Stuck on understanding a [tag]knitting[/tag] term and just can’t understand the printed words? You need to visit the [tag]Knitting Techniques[/tag] site. The visuals on the pages make it all come together.… Read More...
This is different
I’ve never seen anything like this before. It’s a “twist” on those bread ties we toss out. The are call Art Fun Twists and you can bend and shape them into anything your heart desires. Wouldn’t these make a cool … Read More...
Awsome Harlot
The more I read this woman’s [tag]blog[/tag], the more I love her. She is the most awe inspiring person I have never met. She is the [tag]Yarn Harlot[/tag]. To read her blog is to understand.
She can bring together … Read More...
Leftovers
What to do with leftover [tag]sock yarn[/tag]? Knitters around the world often wonder what to do with those bits and pieces. Some save the yarn in little baggies with the ball band and hope to find it when they need … Read More...
Knitting at a Basball Game?
[tag]Stitchnpitch[/tag] is the brain child of [tag]The National NeedleArts Association[/tag] and was created two years ago. It is now a stable at Big League ballparks. It started in Seattle — folks who [tag]knit[/tag], [tag]crochet[/tag], [tag]embroider[/tag], [tag]cross-stitch[/tag] and [tag]needlepoint[/tag] meet to … Read More...
Dying Easter Eggs
How much fun is it to dye Easter eggs with your kids? We always poured hot water, food coloring, and vinegar in butter tubs and plop in the eggs. We had more dye on us and everything else than the … Read More...
Zimmerman Exhibition
Last October, the [tag]University of WI Madison[/tag] held an [tag]exhibit[/tag] dedicated to the influence of [tag]Elizabeth Zimmerman[/tag] and Schoolhouse Press on the Knitting world. Much has been written about this [tag]knitting[/tag] icon and how she revolutionized the way of … Read More...
Update
Just wanted to let you all know that our Elvis Benefit Concert for the Kenny Rogers Children’s Center was a HUGE success! We raised about $3,000 for the center with ticket sales, concession stand, a raffle, and our silent auction. … Read More...
Knit for Peace Day
March 21. 2007 is the official Knit for Peace day. [tag]Randy[/tag], an American knitter living in Sweden, has a list of ways this was done in 2006. Also at this website is a list of groups that knit to keep … Read More...
Camel Yarn?
I’m still reading my [tag]Interweave Knits[/tag] magazine and drooling over many of the [tag]patterns[/tag] and [tag]yarns[/tag] showcased.
One new yarn that caught my eye is made from [tag]Mongolian Camels[/tag]. This is a new fiber brought to the United States … Read More...
HAVE YOU CREATED AN HEIRLOOM?
Distionary.com defines ‘heirloom’ as:
heir·loom 
/ˈɛərËŒlum/ Pronunciation Key – Show Spelled Pronunciation[air-loom]
| 1. | a family possession handed down from generation to generation. |
A crochet heirloom is pictured above.
That got me to thinking about … Read More...
Bulk Craft Kits For Girl Guides and Classrooms
www.makingfriends.com is filled with great craft kids and ideas and they are very reasonable. They have a sale page where I found this great project that you can share with your child’s entire class….and then some!
The kit has everything … Read More...
Hippity Hoppity Easter is on it’s way…
How cute is this Easter cottage! Finished, it is 6″ tall and is made out of pre-cut foamies, which are great for little hands. The cute little bunny and Easter eggs add to the cottage’s charm. The best … Read More...
The Shawl Ministry
Sometimes you find the most interesting thing when you search the internet on certain words. I found the following information and article at Beliefnet. This article talks about knitting and prayer.
People of different faiths are discovering that crafts … Read More...
Helping others…
Wow…it’s been a while since I’ve had a post, but I have been a busy bee! I’m always trying to help out others, it’s something that I feel is very important to teach my children. I’ve been working with a … Read More...
Square Knitting Needles
Now I ask you, who would imagine that square needles would be the next greatest thing in [tag]knitting[/tag]? I’m old school and still use my [tag]Susan Bates[/tag] and [tag]Berna[/tag]t needles that are … Read More...
Strips OR Squares – What Motif Suits You?
Would you carry a sign that said ‘Strips for Yarn’? Not!!
MAM (above)
Those MAM (mile a minute) translate to Mile a Millenium for me! I just can’t get into them. I like the look and always fool myself into … Read More...
My Hot Chocolate Story
Winter’s almost over, and I am already looking forward to the Spring. This winter was especially long and cold, leaving us with many indoor hours to fill, which can be quite trying with two young children at home.
I keep … Read More...
I can’t believe she’s already 5!
Friday was my eldest daughter’s 5th birthday. I still can’t believe it, she seems so big but at the same time is still my baby. She got lots of gifts and was the birthday princess for the day but … Read More...
Kwik Crafts Website Review
Just found this site tonight while looking for cool new stuff, www.kwikcrafts.com. It has tons of projects for the kids and great prices too! I have requested a catalog and can’t wait to go through it with Lindsey. I … Read More...