As many of you might know, in my former life, I was a stage manager. Back in my theater days, I worked with all types of talent that were knitters to the core. Since in theater, there’s a lot of “hurry up and wait”, having your knitting with you in rehearsal or even backstage can […]
I missed writing this one for Thanksgiving (as I did a few years ago), and this year I’m less interested in end of year resolutions as focusing on gratitude. I’m grateful for so many things, for all of you first of all. The year has not been perfect, at times is was hard, at times […]
You asked for it, and you got it. I am so excited to start my very first accessory KAL on my Ravelry group. There will be tons of teaching and fun, prizes and a lovely cowl. During the KAL registration period you get the full video cowl for just $1 over the price of a […]
I love i-cord! Jetson features a two color i-cord bind off and a little trick for making it neat and clean with no color bleed. An i-cord can also be made from picked up stitches. In this month’s Tuesday Tip we learn how to build a better i-cord. Enjoy this quick video tutorial and never […]
It happens to all of us, we aim to finish our holiday knitting by the new year, and before you know it we have 2 weeks left! Never fear, I have you covered. Here are 10 knitting patterns that are very quick knits, just in time for the fast approaching holidays. Let’s Get Knitting!
Last week I wrote about the importance of yarn and treating yourself to a truly special yarn and many of you jumped at the chance to get this luxury sweater kit for yourselves. Now is your chance to order your own. Supplies are limited and since all the yarn is hand dyed to order by […]
As knitters, we often gift our own knitting masterpieces, but what do you gift to a fellow knitter? We are in the mist of the holiday season, and it’s time to think about what gifts we will be giving to our friends and family members who love to knit (and what gifts we will be […]
I know, I know. Your mind is probably filled with projects to knit and craft for your loved ones. But isn’t it just as important to think about good gift ideas that THEY can put on their shopping list for you? Or better yet, perhaps you should put something on your own list as a […]
Another Video KAL comes to an end and as always, I was amazed by the talented knitters! Over 525 knitters joined in and the results have been truly amazing. Harbor Springs was a result of requests for a looser fitting raglan pullover. I wrote about understanding ease, and checked in on how things were going […]
On Oct 8 I looked at a big, beautiful pile of Anzula yarn and wondered, can I design and knit a sweater in 8 days in time to wear it to Rhinebeck? Let’s see how I did in my pursuit of The Rhinebeck Sweater