I saw a knit cactus that someone was using as a pin cushion, and I was charmed. I decided I “needed” to knit a cactus. (You know, “need”, like I “need” new shoes or...
May 10, 2012
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Let’s have a discussion about blocking your knitting.
Blocking is the process of manipulating the shape of your knit pieces after you are finished knitting, but before you seam or wear them.
The...
Apr 19, 2012
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Everything about this scarf is special to me. The yarn was purchased on my trip to NY last Sept. It is made for a favorite person of mine, who was admiring the yarn when we were there. Every stitch wa...
Apr 18, 2012
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Oh, our national obsession with the Peep. I do love the thought of them. The bright colors, and the infinite possibility. But in reality they are a squishy sticky mess.
Here is the answer to ALL of yo...
Mar 27, 2012
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Two weeks ago I showed you all the the Chixasaurus. Then I heard from Burns who knit that little guy up and she led me to this post all about her love of the Grumpasaurus. She made the first one for h...
Mar 23, 2012
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Really, is there anything cuter than a little kid in floppy bunny ears? No. So here is a pattern to help make that oh-so cute spring scene come true. Enjoy! I hope you find lots of chocolate!
Knit B...
Mar 20, 2012
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One of the things I love about designing knitting patterns, especially those for toys, is seeing how other knitters adapt the pattern. This morning the perfect example of this was brought to my attent...
Mar 09, 2012
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Last week I shared my pattern for a Calorie Free Chocolate Bunny perfect for filling Easter baskets.
I want to remind you of another sweet, free Easter pattern, Easter Peeps/Duckling. This is one of ...
Feb 13, 2012
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Can you believe Easter is right around the corner. Ok, it’s a about two months off, but that gives you enough time to knit up a colony of these bunnies to fill a few Easter baskets. This chocola...
Feb 06, 2012
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These mittens were inspired by that classic Valentine’s Day treat, the conversation heart. It took me about a week to design and knit up these mittens, so you still have plenty of time to make t...
Feb 01, 2012
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