I have been waiting on the mail delivery each day - I am expecting yarn for a sample knit and I am really looking forward to it. Frequently the mail truck can be heard idling at my mailbox and I assume that they must be getting out a package for me, even though most of… Continue reading Squee! I got a package!
Tag: patterns
Size Matters.
Virginia's Beauty Schooled post today was really interesting, in my opinion. And not just because I got a shout out for a previous comment. I never thought about the patterning side of it, but that makes sense. Frequently at knitting night I hear others talk about shaping and how particular patterns help / benefit /… Continue reading Size Matters.
More Planning Ahead
Ok, so I decided today to go through the copies of Interweave Knits that I have and make a list of what I would like to knit from each issue. The list has been written down, but I want to use this space as a sort of research tool for me to keep track of… Continue reading More Planning Ahead
Patterns (planning ahead)
New Magknits! - I really like the Santa Cruz hat - especially with options for all different yarn weights! I really could use a pair of the Peekaboo mittens as well... I also really like Thermal from knitty.com's latest winter surprise and I think I like the Elbac scarf - emphasis on think... Smokin' Sock… Continue reading Patterns (planning ahead)
Planning Ahead
On my computer I have a folder for bookmarked sites titled "2006ideas" - it's stuff I marked as a reminder of things that I wanted to knit. With Christmas vacation here (YAY!!) I have the best of intentions to work my way through the stash - get it organized / matched up with patterns /… Continue reading Planning Ahead