Free Pattern: Pink Baby Hat
I designed this adorable hat to make use of two skeins of yarn I had, one was Aran-weight wool, the other was a furry novelty yarn. A friend of mine was having a baby,and the two skeins of yarn became the perfect gift.
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England, Lithuania, and Knitting
Riešinės have been popular in Lithuania for a long time, at least since the mid-19th century. They've had a recent surge in popularity due to the publication of a book of patterns by designer Irena Juškienės.
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What’s the difference between your 3 Craftsy Sock Classes?
The new Craftsy.com classes are for creating your own customized socks where you work out the size you need and select your own yarns, colors, and stitches.
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SUMMER OF LACE: Revelry in Bloom Top by L’Tanya Durante
My project was inspired by the Indian tunic, with its richly embroidered yoke and hemline.
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Thoughts about swatching.
One of my favorite parts of designing surprising lace is choosing yarns that would not normally be considered fine or feminine.
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FALL COLORS: Socks and Stockings
With my research in Lithuania I have found many more examples of old mittens, gloves, and wristers than I have socks.
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FALL COLORS: Knitting Shops in Vilnius II
This is currently my favorite yarn shop in Vilnius.
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