Hi,New Colorway Karen sent around an email today: "I was just looking at the Jimmy Beans Wool website (my favorite online yarn shop). They have their own limited edition colorways of Lornas Laces Yarns: the new colorway is called Roadside Gerry, after Annie Modesitt's husband Gerry." This is part of a new special collection called Color Commentary. Others featured in the collection include Frankli
Recently, I saw a picture of Russell Crowe knitting, which of course totally amazed me. And after doing a little more searching, I found out that it was an urban legend.So that got we wondering about other urban legends in the fiber community. Well, I haven't found very many, but I did find...this creative site from Slightly Warped, under the heading "Knitting for Psychos." Yes, these are knit...o
Knitting recently acquired great importance. Knitting horizon species such as cotton textiles, wool, silk, spandex, hemp and yarn. Most of the popular knitting yarn. Knitters is easy if they have a thread. Knitting is about that of people who want to create or produce suitable craft things. And people involved in the knitting industry and the hot knitter. Knitting is run from the traditional cultu
This bolero knitting patterns features long sleeved bell shaped sleeves and an easy to knit lace edging in a contrasting color. Sizes:S/M/LEquivalent finished chest measurement 36", 39", 43"Note: This is a tight fitting garment. Gauge:15 sts and 21 rows=4" in St st Materials:Size 10 ½ (6.5 mm) straight needles or size needed to obtain gaugeSize 10 ½ (6.5 mm) 3
A classic stocking cap with a very long tail, this knitting pattern fits women. It measures 27" from beginning to end (excluding braid and tassel). Gauge:18 sts = 4" in St st Materials:Worsted weight yarn in two colors (MC and CC)Size 8 US (5 mm) 16 inch circular needles or size needed to obtain gaugeSize 8 US (5 mm) double pointed needles InstructionsAlternate colors every 5 rou
I thought this one was so funny that I had to share it with you all. Many thanks to Anacleta Knits."A woman is knitting as she drives (which is totally unsafe, and I don't advocate it). Pretty soon, her speed has crept all the way up to 95 mph--and she passes a parked police car. The car gives chase. Officer Bob turns on his siren, but the woman, oblivious, doesn't notice him. Finally, he pulls up
Alan Dart brings Sackboy to life!Simply Knitting, the UK’s leading knitting magazine has ventured into new territory, and in a flash of cross-genre inspiration is bringing the star of LittleBIGPlanet ‘Sackboy’ to life!Perfect for both gamers and knitters, the cute star of LittleBIGPlanet has been given the full treatment by Alan Dart, the hugely popular designer of knitted toys – described
Last night several ladies from our knitting group met for our "first Monday" knitting night at Bombay Bistro, which I think is the best Indian Restaurant in the Twin Cities. It was a small group of us, so we really got to connect with each other: Liz worked on a beautiful rippled pattern baby afghanLeslie & Carrie worked on sweatersPeggy worked on a a cabled shrug in a fabulously expensive alp
Man, it was so 90’s in here last night. Mr. Walt got shit going with an extensive playlist of 90’s standards. Then Tek, Steele and Buckshot did a bunch of choice cuts from Enta Da Stage and Da Shinin’ backed by a live band with Evil Dee on the cuts. They brought out Havoc and [...]
sourceEntitled 'tree cozy', this incredible crocheted outfit was made by carol hummel, took 500 hours from start to finish, and stood for 3 years outside cleveland heights city hall until just recently.sourceA knitted variation of shoe tossing, this pair knitted and tossed by knitta please.
San Da Machinery co., Ltd. is going to present in ITME 2008. The 8 th India International Textile Machinery Exhibition (INDIA ITME 2008) is to be held from 15 to 22 November 2008 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), IndiaSan Da will present its catalog and fabrics display at the event at Hall No. 3 –UL Stall No. A – 126.Company’s Overseas Sales Representative Katie Peng i
Times change, and nothing proves it more than crafting trends from a half-a-century ago. That's what I love about finding ephemera at thrift stores and antique malls. What seemed perfectly normal then-- from marketing lingo to photo styles-- today can seem a little...Surprising...unnatural...and, um, one step away from needing to call child welfare services.Fortunately, the 1947 craft guide, "The
Most of us have learned to knit at some time and perhaps it's a skill that you've long forgotten but it's a craft that is fast returning. Event the stars are picking up their needles and creating. So if it's been a while since you clicked those needles why not start with creating a useful colorful scarf for yourself or as a gift for another.
First, I need to apologize to Jane, I couldn't make it to her event, because my day was utterly crazy. I did send her an email later that night, but I was still quite naughty for not calling her. So Jane, I am really sorry.Second. Double knitting. I am working on a piece now that uses double knitting. and this seems like quite a laborious process. Is that the general experience with double knittin
Simply Knitting is the UK’s best-selling knitting magazine. Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve been knitting for years you’ll find lots of exciting patterns, knitting news and great buys in every issue. And don’t forget, every issue comes with a free gift!
Do you know what French Knitting is? Do you the “how” of French Knitting! Well, a couple of English people in London didn’t know about it…and one or two said they know about it, but have never done it and would love to do it. Here’s two of my pics where I started it only [...]
Crocheting and knitting are one of the best stress relievers out there. They help your body to relax while taking your mind away from the everyday hardships of life, to a whole new world of knitting or crocheting. Once a project is completed it gives the crafter a sense of fulfillment.
There are many different types of wool, but all wool shares certain characteristics. Wool easily absorbs moisture and will keep you warmer than other fibres. Wool is also very elastic and can easily be stretched when wet; yet it is still able to return to its normal shape once it is dry. The following is an explanation of the different types of wool that can be used for knitting.
The success of any knitting project starts by choosing the proper knitting needle. That's because the needle determines what the stitches look like and how much you actually enjoy knitting. Given how much influence knitting needles have on a project, here are a few things to consider when buying them.
Our world-wide love of cupcakes has inspired a range of cupcake-based crafts. This cupcake tea cozy is a gorgeous addition to any morning or afternoon tea gathering.
I remember my grandma teaching me to knit with my fingers but had forgotten about it until I saw this. Then I did more research and found this. I think Mara and I have a new project for this week!Edited to add: The pictures in this post are from the links that appear right above them. No, I didn't get a new tattoo, although that one looks really neat. I know that pain and never again, never
An in depth survey conducted by Lion Brand Yarn of online knitting and crochet enthusiasts uncovers some fascinating insights into this growing community of yarn crafters.
Finished another pair of socks....Pattern: MonkeymenYarn: Wollmeise 100% merino in ZenziIt's basically Cookie A's Monkey pattern with M1s instead of YOs. Oh, and do you have a couple hours for me to tell you how much I love this yarn?
In response to my tweet last night, I'm doing a mini expose today on something I call "Project Cupcake," in which I will unveil for you all the seedy underbelly of twenty-something knitting groups. I realize I might have to sacrifice my identity when sharing this with you, but I feel it's important for my readers to know the truth.I joined my Chicago knitting group over a year go, under the guise
Hey all,I am back in Minneapolis now. I had such a great time in Texas. And my mom did indeed make mashed potatoes on my brother's birthday. They were wonderful. I feel so much better about the status of my life. It is amazing how just connecting with family can have such a grounding effect.Oh, and I gave Ava her sweater. Her parents really liked it and I think she looks beautiful in it. My goal i
Please Scroll down for Photo Hunters and our regularly scheduled programme, or glance in the sidebar to your right.Yes, a little deviation but I have been wanting to do this for a very long time.First of all many grateful thanks to "Angela" from "Memoirs of a Chaotic Mommy" the button making genius for creating these buttons for me in the first place.First to "Anne" from "Anne's House," funnily e
"Making clothes together in our studio makes us feel complete. We probably sound like a group of grannies in a knitting circle but it's the truth and it gives us some control over our visual identity. When you are a...
This is the awesome yarn TheSockKnitter sent to me for my first pair of socks. I love the colors! Thank you sooooo much, girl. You are too sweet!The MeiMeis I ordered.Fifteen 60" circular knitting needles US size 0-15.I'm going to make so much stuff with these!The yarn I bought for P.She wants a Circles to Square blanket like I made for mom's birthday.I may take it back for sock yarn, though!Some
This is the awesome yarn TheSockKnitter sent to me for my first pair of socks. I love the colors! Thank you sooooo much, girl. You are too sweet!The MeiMeis I ordered.Fifteen 60" circular knitting needles US size 0-15.I'm going to make so much stuff with these!The yarn I bought for P.She wants a Circles to Square blanket like I made for mom's birthday.I may take it back for sock yarn, though!Some
Knitting GiftsAs the summer draws to an end, and the kids head back to school, I always get to thinking about the upcoming holidays.I know it seems early, but I like to make many of my gifts, and that takes time.Once I find what I want to make, whether it be knitted, sewn, or embroidered, I need to get the supplies and get to work.As the holidays draw closer, everybody gets homemade candies as gif
Honestly, I've never participated in the running of a fair. I've been to a few, especially when I lived in Ohio, but I work at a camp over the summer, and as a result I don't end up getting out to do much outside of camp... including participating in a fair.But recently I've thought about competing in crochet contests or other things. My crochet is coming along quite well, and while I have no il
Pai Lung always pursuing the highest level of knitting technology, its first Computerized Flat Knitting Machine-PLF-KS132 is going to be a highlight at the show, and more special fabrics will be presented.6 Vote(s)
Click here to preview Vogue Knitting Magazine's Fall 2008 designs. Also, on August 5th, the new video segment will be showcased on the website, featuring the "Made in Canada" designs.Don't forget about VK's free desktop wallpapers, and free knitting patterns! For your enjoyment, here are a few latest high fashion knitting designs on recent runways: Designs from Emilio Pucci Fall 2008 Ready to Wear
Hi all,We had a conversation tonight. Well we rehashed a conversation we have had before. He seems to think my "knitting thing" is going too far. He says I wake up knitting, I knit when I get home from work, and I knit at night before I go to bed. I knit when we go places and when we are just sitting there watching television. The problem is, I love yarn and I certainly love knitting. How do I
Last night I went to a knitting group with several women including Ellen, Kathy, and several others I had just met. The full list included: Annie A., Lisa G., Chris, Kathy, Kim, Leslie,Kari, Peggy, Lisa P. Karen, Annie M., and Ellen. We had a great time knitting and talking at Cafe Latte. Ellen wrote a really comprehensive post with photos after we got back last night, so I wont go into all th
You can create this shawl using contrasting or coordinating yarn. Choose a variety of colors and textures for the most effective combinations.Materials: approximately 750 yards of worsted weight yarn including mohair, rayon ribbon, wool, chenille and novelty yarns 1 set US 10 circular needles, at least 24" longgauge: 10st = 4" in garter stitchGet Going:Note: This shawl is worked from the c
Delicate, lacy ankle socks will make a wonderful start to your Spring and Summer wardrobe. Great with open style shoes or sandals, these durable socks are a snap to knit. I used the newest member of Berroco's fine family of "wardrobing" yarns: Linette. This yarn is a blend of linen, nylon, viscose and acrylic. Creating a fabric with a lovely hand with a slight sheen, which is surprisingly machine
Inspired by a technique printed in TKGA publication "Cast-On" this hat is quick to knit, and a great way to use up those odds and ends!Materials: 1 skein of worsted weight yarn (or the equivalent of various yarn in coordinating or contrasting colors) 1 set of US size 8 needles blunt end tapestry needleGet Going:Note: This technique is similar to entrelac, except that you are working wi
Honeycomb Washclothdesigned by: Nancy in SCRating: MediumMaterials: Sugar and Cream MC, and CC (divided into 2 balls), Size 8 US Needles, Guage = 4 1/2 sts. to inchInstructions: A multiple of 6 stitches + 2, size can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing number of cast on stitches by 6. All slip stitches are done as if to purl.With CC cast on 44 stitches. Knit 6 rows (garter stitch Borde
Doily Style DishclothDeisgner: UnknownSent to me by: SharonRating: MediumMaterials: 1 ball 50 gr. Bernat Cotton Yarn. Set of 4, #7 US or 4.5mm needlesDirections: Cast on 8 stitchesDivide stitches onto 3 needles. Place marker at first stitch.Round 1: Knit through back of loop of each stitch to end of roundRound 2: (yarn forward and knit 1) 8 times (16 stitches)Round 3: and all odd rounds, Kn
Star DishclothDesigner: UnknownRating: EasyMaterials: 1 ball Sugar and Cream will make two dishcloths, Size J crochet hook.Directions:Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 sc in second ch form hook, join to beginning sc.Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same sc, (ch 1, sc in next sc) around, ending with ch 1, sl st in beginning sc.Rnd 3: Sl st in ch 1 space, ch 1, sc, ch 2, sc in same ch 1 space, (ch 1, sc, ch 2, sc in next ch 1
Chain DishclothDesigner: UnknownMaterials: Two colors of worsted weigh yarn; crochet hook size H.Size: 9" x 10"Directions:With color A, ch 62.Row 1: (right side) sc in 2nd chfrom hook, (ch 3, sk next 3 chs, sc in next ch) across: 15 ch-3 spaces.Note: Mark right side.Row 2: ch 1, turn, working in back loops only, sc in 1 st sc, (ch 3, sc in next sc) across.Row 3: Repeat row 2, end off color A.Row 4
V Stitch DishclothDesigner unknownFinished size about 9 x 9Rating: Easy - MediumMaterials: Cotton Worsted weight, 2 3/4 oz (80gr). Crochet Hook size G (4.00mm)Stitches Used: FPdc: To work Front Post double crochet - YO, insert hook from front to back around post of st indicated, YO and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice.Directions: Chain 41.Row 1: (R
Beverly's Patti Ahern tells a great story about My Sister's Knits owner Carol Oprondek in the Daily Southtown.
Turns out that Oprondek teaches knitting to female inmates at Cook County Jail - something that really has had an impact on the Beverly business owner. Check out the full story here, and if you like it, let Ahern know at pattirma@aol.com.
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It’s been tough these past couple of months trying to keep up with The Great American Aran Afghan. For a while there, I was doing pretty well, but that was because I was stuck in bed with the flu and couldn’t do much else but knit. Now, baking has taken over my life and my [...]
Ms. Ashanti has been promoting the hell out of her new album, "The Declaration" in stores now. Ashanti gave an exclusive and intimate performance at NYC's Knitting Factory. Ashanti talks, performs, and introduces the fans. Check it out! Enjoy!
Join Knit New York in Bryant Park for an evening of knitting on June 24, 2008, from 6 to 8 pm. They'll be kicking back Knit New York style on the Great Lawn. Bring your favorite afghan and get working on your current project.Where & WhenBryant Park's LawnJune 24, 20086:00 pm - 8:00 pm*This is not an instructional event.Knit New York will be giving away a $100.00 gift certificate to one lucky w
On a hot Friday night in Hollywood, our freinds from Edison Glass opened up an awesome show at the Knitting Factory. These Long Island, New Yorker natives brought the house down with a bunch of old favorites, and a generous helping of tunes from their new album, "Time Is Fiction." The boys brought some serious energy, and an amazing diversity of sound coming from just four performers. Add to that
The Friday Night Knitting Clubby Kate JacobsAt Walker & Doughter, Georgia, a single mother runs a knitting shop - a business she started with help of a benefactor and new friend. As the years go by, the shop succeeds and her daughter grows into a young woman, A Club forms on Friday nights where her customers gather to knit and help one another and talk. The Club becomes a place of more than kn
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With the close of Tonic last year, New York City lost a major venue for experimental jazz, as well as one of the last great mid-size clubs to see ANY jazz where you aren’t charged an arm and a leg and a drink minimum (Iridium, Vanguard, Blue Note etc…). People are waiting in lines out [...]
I have never knitted before in my life but at the start of the year my mum taught me how to do ‘normal, plain’ knitting… I’m not sure of the proper name for the stitch… I asked her to show me the most simple one. Anyways… I have been knitting a blanket in white and [...]
Knitting is a pleasant activity. It usually produces an interesting craft work result like the bag, baby shoes, table cover, scarf and many more. Here is the example of making a flower with knitting. The flower then put on the knitting belt or it can be used too for hair accessories.
Before doing the knitting craft [...]
This is the Marian Tabler square, or as I like to call it, “The Crazy Cable Square.” This square took about four tries to get off the ground. For some reason, I kept miscounting stitches. It was really frustrating. The final time I was off by one stitch when I was ready to start the [...]
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These Are Powers threw an EP release party Saturday with all the bells, whistles, and shrieks we’ve come to expect from them. Minimalist electronic duo Talk Normal and psychedelic drone outfit Sightings served as more-than-competent openers, but These Are Powers slit open a sonic snake pit when they took [...]
Step-By-Step to Better Knitting and Crocheting (Hardcover)By Better Homes and Gardens Books
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As a knitter, at some point you might decide that you want to try your hand on knitting socks. Because hand knitting socks are like no others in their comfort and warmth, it is no wonder that today’s knitters are attempting to make socks in record numbers.
However, you will find [...]
The word “knitting” used to conger up thoughts of grannies sitting in their rockers and making baby blankets to pass the time, but thankfully it has now taken on an entirely different connotation.
Knitting has seen a major resurgence in interest in the past ten years or so. People [...]
Congratulations on your decision to learn to knit! Knitting is a pastime which has been enjoyed for hundreds of years, and with good reasons.
Knitting not only allows you to make some wonderful garments and household decorative items, but it also allows you to create while you relax as [...]
If you are thinking of going into a knitting business, than the knitting machine would be your best choice. You will be able to produce quality items much more quickly with a machine than you would be able to with hand knitting.
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Yarn is the material used for knitting it is sold as a ball or it may be also in spools or cones for hand knitting. Yarn-band has a label around the balls or skeins, which describes the length, weight, and fiber content and dye lot. It also suggests the needle size and also the washing [...]
The Duck Down Experience Live From The Knitting Factory, NY Video sent by PeteRock The Duck Down Experience Live From The Knitting Factory, NY I really dont like this kind of Hip Hop but I have to give it up to the Duck Down movement. Everytime I spent time with these brothers they do it big and always have the party jumping. Here is also my dog Fokis loosing a battle this night. Big up Fokis on HipHopGame.Com.
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11-03-2008:
Rafael Moreira ande Magnetico live on March 15th at Knitting Factory. MAGNETICO will be opening for VOLTO.
Knitting Factory Hollywood 7021 Hollywood Blvd - Hollywood - CA - 90028
For tickets call 323-463-0204 Knitting Factory opens at 8pm,
MAGNETICO will be playing at 8:30!
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Why Sewing and Knitting still matter is the topic of a high profile panel discussion which is part of the SXSW Interactive Festival on Saturday, March 9th from 3:30 - 4:30pm in Austin’s Convention Center.
Traditional crafts such as knitting and sewing are surging in popularity thanks to the growing Do-It-Yourself (DIY) movement. But living in [...]
“This is an emergency,” she said. “You have to come right now.”I ran to my car and backed down the driveway but I live on a busy street and the traffic was relentless.Panic rose in my chest and I screamed at my car windows.When I finally reached the school, The Mayor was sitting in his teachers lap sobbing.“He was running on the playground,” she told me. “He fell and his friend fell on top of him. His arm is hurt, but I can’t see it through his shirt and he won’t let anyone touch it.”My panic, visibly increasing, led another teacher to take me by the arm and, in her most serious and stern voice, say, “You need to stay calm.”I took a deep breath and righted myself.The teachers helped me get The Mayor into the car and I headed for the emergency room.Every time the ca
I knit up this hood for a birthday present the other day. Does it look familiar? It's the hood worn by Lyra in "The Golden Compass". I got the pattern from Lion Brand's site here via Craftzine. I altered their pattern with smaller stitches. The Lion Brand pattern's gauge is 4 stitches = 4 in. So, you can imagine it knits up really quick. This pattern is super easy.
One of the most important things you can do to improve the look and quality of your finished knitting is to block it. Blocking simply involves pressing the pieces into a crisp shape. Because yarn is, by it's very nature, pretty stretchy, It can sometimes be difficult to create neat, clean lines like you can with other fabrics. Blocking helps to 'set' the knitting into a neat shape so that it can be sewn up into a finished garment, or worn on it's own (as in the case of a one piece garment.)
Equipment needed:
- Iron
- Glass head pins - you don't strictly need the pins to be glass head but they're much, much easier to see if they are
- Damp cloth or towel
- Ironing board or suitable surface to pin your knitting flat.
Place your knitting on the ironing board and pin into the desired shape; place the pins through the knitting into the board to hold it in place.
Take a damp cloth or towel (Run it under the tap and then ring it out fully - it should be damp not wet) and pla
I originally taught myself to crochet because so many of my favorite knitting patterns included crocheted edges. This is the first in what I hope will be a series of posts showing you just how easy it is to add edges with crochet to your knitting.
This edging is by far the simplest to do and is a great one to add neatness to your knitting.
Adding a crocheted edge to knitting
Start by holding your crochet hook is your right hand (use the same size hook as you have knitting needle: So if you were using a 4mm knitting needle, use a 4mm crochet hook.) Make a loop and wrap it round your hook. Then put the hook through one of the loops on the bottom edge of your knitting.
Wrap the yarn around the hook from right to left.
Pull the bottom loop up over the new loop (created by wrapping the yarn over from right to left as you've just done) and over the top of the hook.
Wrap your yarn around from right to left again, and repeat the above step, leaving 1 loop on the hook.
I am attempting to knit a dog sweater for Tatum. I am going to cable it, I hope… and I’m adapting it from a sweater that is supposed to fit a yorkie. Well, Tatum is much bigger than a Yorkie, and my math is utterly horrible, so we’ll see how it goes.
The worst thing about knitting is the math. Forunately I have my husband, who is a math geneous, to help me out. So this is the beginning. I love the colors! I hope I don’t have to start over. It’s Worsted Weight yarn and I’m using size 8 needles. I have 200 stitches going now, and I think… and hope, it’ll be enough to fit around her. So enough blogging, I want to get knitting, watching TV, and drinking coffee from one of my new coffee makers.
Black Dice’s first day of tour blogging for the Fader features one of the best looking Mexican meals I’ve ever seen.
Damn, Michael Showalter has whored himself out across the internet. Or maybe the internet’s whored itself out to Michael Showalter.
Police have released the name of the 28-year-old man found dead at the Knitting Factory.
It feels a bit like ground hog day but I’m knitting another really cute ducks cardigan- this time for Cole’s soon to be born half brother or sister. He desperately wanted me to make something and after going through my (I have to say, embarrassingly extensive!) collection of baby pattern books, settled on the fluffy ducks. At least I’ve some Rowan Kidsilk haze left over that I can use for the second one.
But I DO love baby knitting. They’re so rewarding and instantly gratifying! I’ve only been at it for 2 evenings and already I’ve done the back and both fronts. Plus Rowan baby cashmerino is SOOOOO lovely to work with; it’s soft and cuddly and the colours are beautifully vintage – perfectly washed out like sugared almonds.
I’m also getting totally Christmassy. I’ve decided to do lots of baking as presents for friends and family do made 2 Christmas cakes over the weekend and have all of the fruit soaking in brand
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By Roz Andrews
Instead of buying boring baubles to trim your Christmas tree, how about knitting some attractive Christmas decorations this year? Or, why not knit a unique Christmas stocking for each member of your family to hang up for many years to come?
These items can be knitted quickly and easily using fairly small quantities of yarn. There is no need to buy knitting patterns as there are many free patterns available on the Internet.
Christmas Decorations
Patterns for a wide range of different types of Christmas decorations are available, ranging from snowmen to lacy snowflakes, from festive bells to sparkling stars. Knitting patterns for many different styles and types of Christmas decorations can be found free of charge on the Internet from such websites as Knitting on the Net.
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It had been a week since i started my little knitting project. I don't have much time to knit during weekdays, approx 1 to 2 hours everyday..seriously, i feel i had quite a good progress on this, but ar, i'm doing this all by myself, nobody to ask, only some website to refer... that is why i kept having this feeling that somehow some where is not right. hehe.. so end up how? redo and redo again...~sigh..besides the feeling of i'm doing it wrong, another reason i redo is because the scarf is getting wider and wider. let me give u an example, i started with 15cm, after knit knit knit now it become 20cm!!! why ar? can anybody tell me why? I don't mind wide, but i scared my 4 yarns not enough la.. i don't want to spend another RM50+ for new yarns le.... and i feel 20cm wide for a scarf is really a bit too wide rite? dun tell me i need to redo again lar..cos i already knit till 30cm long already.. hmmm...maybe i shall just close one eye and keep on knitting, make a short and wide scarf
I know I promised to post more last week but I've been so busy with getting work finsihed, Uni assignment in and suitcases packed (In time for the holiday starting in 1 week!) I've just been flopping down onto the sofa in the evenings and knitting pretty mindlessly. My Louisa Harding cardigan in coming along very nicely (although the fluffy bits of the yarn are irritating my contact lenses a bit.)
Other than that I've been sticking to my raw food detox diet pretty well-although I am getting rather tired of salads! I'm also frustrated that I've haven't lost more weight - 7Ibs in the first 2 weeks and then nothing for the past 2 (in fact I had put 2 back on but I've started my period since so I'm hoping that's come off-although I have indulged in a couple of glasses of wine and quite a lot of chocolate since then too which might cancel it out!)
I know I've promised to post pictures of my recent knitting projects but I think we all just have to face the fact that I'm a pret
Easy knit shell pattern. FREE baby hat knitting patterns. Knit a pretty baby cap as a memorable gift for a special occasion such as a baptism or christening ceremony. Knitting is fun!
One of the reasons I am so in love with cloth diapers it the multitude of different styles and the ability for you to add your own touch. This past week I have been knitting up a storm. I am making wool diaper covers for my boys and it is turning out to be easier than I had anticipated.
I decided to take the plunge when Harry had a growth spurt and outgrew the one used wool cover that I had purchased and the one that my sister had made for him. Almost a year ago I had sent my sister (who was a much better knitter than me) a bunch of wool yarn so she could provide me with cheap covers. That plan resulted in a grand total of two covers one of which was now useless.
There are a variety of free patterns for covers online and after much deliberation I picked this one. It is knitted flat with is a plus. I am chicken to try knitting in the round at this point in time, I feel more comfortable with variations of square. This pattern is very quick and I can knit up a cover in a
Hi all, Since my hands are still a bit sore tonight, I decided to block the scarves I've been working on instead of knitting. I've finished for the night and am on the phone with my darling heart Ron. we are talking about OJ. Whatever--he rarely comes up during a conversation about knitting, so there you go!
Ok so it finally arrived. My knitting machine is here! I was so excited I tore open the package right there on my desk. And as the ebay description promised, it was mint-in-box--except it didn't include the instruction manual. Can you believe it! No manual! I was incredibly frustrated, so I looked on the Silver Reed web site and spoke with the closest dealer, Lora Kinnan at DaisyKnits who walked me through the process.
