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Good Color Combination
Joe Wilcox,
You can see that I ripped out the bright orange, bad color combination. And I think I’ve come up with a good color combination now. Some Yarns Always Seem To Make Good Color Combinations You may recognize the new choice in yarns from the feature photo today. I replaced the bright orange yarn with t…

How to Turn Any Stitch Pattern Into a Washcloth or Dishcloth
Amy Gunderson,
Whether you’re a newer knitter or crocheter or have been creating things with yarn for years, mastering a new stitch pattern can give a rush of excitement. Maybe you’re thinking about starting a new sweater that uses a pretty lace stitch. Or perhaps you were perusing a stitch dictionary when a beau…

Greenleaf
Julie (noreply@blogger.com),
Greenleaf is a new pattern from Jennifer Steingass. You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry. Greenleaf is a top down and seamless stranded yoke sweater featuring big, graphic leaves. Have fun choosing seasonally inspired yarn and colors or choose something more neutral for year-round wear. Options …

Crochet These Dramatic, Mesh Sleeves Today – Mogal
Monica,
Hello, beautiful one! This week, I have a fun, show-stopping, crochet sleeve pattern to share with you. Wear Mogal as a layering piece, or customize the size to turn it into a full-sized pullover. Make yours with either straight or flared, bell sleeves. The choice is yours! Mogal was designed by Ja…

Crocheting Again!
Katherine Lee,
Every once in a while, I get re-obsessed with crocheting. It just happened again! Here is a cute little stash-busting pattern I happened across. They are perfect little gifts to crochet and send to loved ones ;-) The pattern is...

Blogtober 2024 : Day 29
winwickmum,
It’s 29 October!  Goodness, only two days left in October, can you believe it?  Blogtober is always such a good month with how it makes me look around and notice what’s in front of... The post Blogtober 2024 : Day 29 appeared first on Winwick Mum .

Just Landed: Serotonin Fibers
Kerry,
This is a very special edition of Just Landed for space this week! We are so excited to introduce you to Serotonin Fibers. Serotonin Fibers is the product of our […] The post Just Landed: Serotonin Fibers appeared first on fibre space .

Say Hello To The Stylish Purse That Arm-Knits Up In Ten-Minutes
Danielle,
Arm-knitting is back folks … this stylish purse knits up quick – hello gift idea! Get the knit pattern via Etsy, from Kseniia Semeliak of Candy Yarn Shop. Made with YarnArt Marshmallow Bulky Yarn. Yarn: YarnArt Marshmallow Bulky Yarn Needles: No needles, use your hands! Remember this popular clutch…

After Wedding
noreply@blogger.com (Rosemary Dickinson),
My son got married this past weekend in Keene, NH at Stonewall Farm. I haven't received many pictures yet but I did steal this picture off of Instagram. They had some professional photos taken with the quilt I made them for their wedding. It was a beautiful area although a bit cold for an outdoor c…

A Knitter’s Guide to Fixing Common Mistakes in Lace Knitting
Roxanne Richardson,
If you knit lace, two skills will make life a lot easier: first, identifying and fixing mistakes soon after they occur (because they will occur) and second, fixing mistakes without undoing entire rows of stitches. In this article, we’ll look at several common mistakes that occur in lace knitting, h…

Finished Shawls from the past
Julie (noreply@blogger.com),
All my sweaters and shawls are packed and ready to go. Here are a few shawls from the past. I loved making all of them. This is Windward by Heidi Kirrmaier ( pattern purchased on Ravelry ). I thought that surely it must be possible to create something that functions as a shawl or scarf without foll…

Blogtober 2024 : Day 28
winwickmum,
We were away at the weekend, just my husband and I, at his cousin’s wedding down in Hemel Hempstead.  It’s about 4 hours’ drive from Winwick and it’s the first time that we have... The post Blogtober 2024 : Day 28 appeared first on Winwick Mum .

Crochet Dishcloths: 4 Quick and Easy Crochet Dishcloth Patterns
Kara Gunza,
I love working up these crochet dishcloth patterns, especially in the summer. Crochet dishcloths are lightweight enough to be a great take-along project and work up quickly too. I find such satisfaction in making something pretty and useful in such a small amount of time! Plus, there is such a simp…

Must Make Monday: The Cattoween Sweater and Cowl
Heather,
We are in the mood for spooky season, with Halloween in a few days! The Petite Knitter’s new Cattoween sweater and cowl are the perfect projects to transition into shorter […] The post Must Make Monday: The Cattoween Sweater and Cowl appeared first on fibre space .

Book Review: Knitting with Dog Hair
Sarah White,
If you’ve been around the knitting world as long as I have (or even longer!) you might remember the book Knitting with Dog Hair . First published in 1994, the book by Kendall Crolius is being reissued for its 30th … Read More ...

Plying Tips for Handspun Yarn Success
Kim McKenna,
WHAT is Plying? Plying is when bobbins containing handspun singles are removed from the wheel, placed on a lazy kate, and then subjected to more twist.  To achieve a balanced yarn, ... The post Plying Tips for Handspun Yarn Success appeared first on SweetGeorgia Yarns .

It’s Been A While
Joe Wilcox,
YouTube reminded me that it’s been a while. I haven’t posted content recently for the folks who are subscribed to my Knitting With QueerJoe playlist. While It’s Been A While – It’s Like Riding a Bike! I had a chance to finish the pair of hemmed-topped socks I was knitting. There were also no YouTub…

Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns – Free and Easy Patterns
Kara Gunza,
Crochet Christmas ornaments and handmade holiday decorations are such a quick and easy way to add charm to your tree and give your home a warm and cozy holiday vibe. There’s something magical about creating decorations with your own two hands – it really gets me into the holiday spirit and every or…