Are you just beginning to learn the art of knitting? Or, are you like me? – I love to knit and would consider myself a seasoned knitter having knit most of my life. So are knitting classes that target the “beginner” off-limits to the “seasoned”, “advanced” knitter? My mom taught me[Read more]
I popped into one of our local yarn shops a while back to get some inspiration and was not disappointed. As I roamed around the quaint establishment, seeing and touching the bundles of soft yarn I spotted a beautiful flowing scarf. The beginning of summer seamed like an odd time to[Read more]
Along with spring comes graduations. We are always pleasantly surprised at the graduation announcements and reception invitations we receive each year. Those joyful young children are now young men and women ready to embark on a new adventure. My how time flies. Now for some thoughts on graduate gifts. Here is[Read more]
I don’t know about you, but sometimes when I’m in the middle of a large knitting project, I get a little bored. I pick up my needles a little less often and get busy doing other things instead. I’m in need of some variety in my life! Just recently I’ve[Read more]
While perusing articles about knitting I came across this story and couldn’t resist sharing it you. Enjoy… Australia’s Oldest Man Likes to Knit Mini Sweaters for Injured Penguins The Victoria’s Phillip Island Penguin Foundation says this “is not a fashion statement” but instead they help the little creatures if they are[Read more]
What do you do with that leftover sock yarn? The perfect yarn stash buster is knitting baby socks of course. I always have yarn leftover when I make a pair of adult size socks. This is the perfect project to use some of my sock yarn stash. The pattern is[Read more]
Are you ready for a “Yarn Stash Buster?” This knitted cowl was a natural. I simply used a tried and true pattern from a past post, so if you are looking for a free pattern, here it is – Easy Peasy Knitted Cowl. I’m not sure which finished cowl I like[Read more]
Do you have a Yarn Stash or are you a great Yarn Stash Buster? I didn’t think I had a stash until I took an honest look at my closet. I have always prided myself in not buying any supply unless I had a project in mind. I have never (ok[Read more]