I’m a longtime fan of Namaste products. I have a set of their beautiful glass needles displayed in my office, and have used one of their older Messenger bags to tote around larger projects for years. Their latest line The … Read More...
Young @ Heart
Technically, the documentary Young @ Heart, which follows a group of oldies-but-goodies as they cover some of rock music’s most iconic songs, isn’t at all about knitting. Their poster however is the pinnacle of modern-day, knitted punk-rockness! The irony … Read More...
Once upon a time in a knitting bag, far, far away…
Oops, he knit it again! My dear friend Dave Lowe always keeps me in stitches with his clever, cartoon blog, ParaAbnormal. His most recent entry however packs such a purl-punch, I couldn’t resist sharing it. I wonder if they’re looking … Read More...
Knitting Poetry – Winding Wool
Winding Wool
by Robert Service
She’d bring to me a skein of wool
And beg me to hold out my hands;
so on my pipe I cease to pull
And watch her twine the shining strands
Into a ball so … Read More...
Hello Kitty Free Pattern
This knitting pattern is for this (look alike) Hello kitty
doll that I am sure your kitty enthused daughter, granddaughter or friend is going to love.
Click here for the FREE hello kitty knitting pattern.
It looks like our hello … Read More...
Retro Knits – Book Review
Cool Vintage Patterns for Men, Women, and Children from the 1900s through the 1970s
by Kari Cornell ,Jean Lampe
ISBN-13: 978-0760329771
RRP $24.95Â
A fantastic selection of retro knits from the 1900’s through to the … Read More...
One Ball Knits – Book Review
by Fatema, Khadija and Hajera Habibur-Rahman RRP$16.95
ISBN-13: 9780823033225Belts, Gloves, hats and small shrugs are just some of the patterns you will find in this book that focuses on 20 projects that can be made from 1 … Read More...
Dr Who ? Dr Unfair that’s who
Dr who knitting fans have been in an uproar over their favorite Dr Who patterns being terminated off the internet. You could go see the (alleged) offending site but the patterns have now been removed.
it is not the first … Read More...
Dr Who Fans Unite
I am not really a big fan of Dr who and watch it without too much interest or care but was confused when he kept talking about Jelly Babies, well now I am confused no more for those of you … Read More...
Basic Ball – Knitting Pattern
The design is easy to follow and only requires basic knitting skills, making it a great project for those just starting out with knitting or for children. The wool type yarn used in the pattern gives it a soft and … Read More...
Pretty In Punk
If your into goth knits, turning heads or have a teen/ tween who refuses to wear your cable knit sweats or adorn your alpaca wool beanie then maybe this is the book for you.
Pretty In Punk is filled with … Read More...
Knitting Nerds Unite
Are you a knitting nerd ?
then you need to get yourself one of these fun car decals from
Doing IT In The Dark – Knitting Light
The Knit Lite – RRp $15.95
An Interesting little gadget for knitters who like to do it in the dark or do it with dark yarn.
I am not sure about this product, yet I haven’t tried it so I … Read More...
Hot Cross Buns – Pattern
Hot Cross Buns, Hot Cross Buns…the sweet melody of this nursery rhyme is enough to make our mouths water as we imagine the delicious aroma of freshly baked buns wafting through the air. With Easter just around the corner, it’s … Read More...
Angel In Our Midst
Thicket.com.au has this wonderful “Angel In Our Midst” pattern available.
Visit the gallery for the details on how to get this pattern via e-mail.
while you are there check out the beautiful scarf patterns that are available for a few … Read More...
Jigsaw Sock Yarn
This self-patterning sock wool from Ozeyarn.com allows you to create intricate stripe and fairisle-type patterns without changing yarns! The natural warmth and breathability of wool and the durability of nylon. One 100g ball is enough … Read More...
Knitting Out Loud Book Review
Knitting Out Loud is an audio book company publishing audio recordings of the best of knitting literature. It is the only audiobook company to specialize in knitting including, histories of knitting, essays on knitting and studies of ethnic styles of … Read More...
Craft-a-thon
Friday, February 8, 2007
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Pappajohn Pavillion Lobby (near Elevator “I”)
Day Long Marathon Crafting for PreemiesJoin us in support of critically ill infants at the UIHC! Bring your … Read More...
One Ball Chemo Hat
If you are a charity knitter than this One ball chemo hat is perfect for you.
It makes up fast and looks great, which means it is the perfect pattern for mass production.
You have no excuse now so get … Read More...
Knitted Dust Bunny
I have a few of these Dust Bunny’s around my house at the moment and thought how cute this little knitting project was.
You could stuff these with secented petals or use a fragrant oil for a fun, house warming … Read More...