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Month: December 2009

Twin Wallabys

Twin Wallabys

Posted by | Dec 16, 2009 | | 1

The Wonderful Wallaby pattern by Carol Anderson of Cottage Creations has been a long time favorite of mine.  The worsted weight design for a kangaroo pocketed hoodie seems as if it was written with Encore in mind.  It is the perfect yarn for this garment. Char, a customer of my LYS recently shared a photo of her twin grandkids wearing their Wallabys – handknit in Encore Colorspun by none other than Grandma herself.   Char says they love the hoodies and hate to take them off.  Great Job...

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Holiday Glitz

Holiday Glitz

Posted by | Dec 15, 2009 | | 2

Add a little knit to your holiday decorating this year with our glitzy Gold Rush If you have some time between now and New Years, try knitting up one or two of these gorgeous baubles These are knitted in the round and then gathered at the top when you place the glass ball inside. What a lovely way to personalize a Christmas Tree. Here is a detail of how easy it is to knit them- all beautifully knit by Debby Adams… With a little patience I believe you could do one in an evening! All ornament designs by Lynn...

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To Felt or Not to Felt

To Felt or Not to Felt

Posted by | Dec 9, 2009 | | 0

While perusing the ravelry archives, I found this neat designer who is lovingly called, “The Stitch Poet.” Now, I know many of you have rode the felting train. You’ve hopped off at a station long ago and moved onto socks, lace knitting, etc.– perhaps never to venture into the shrinking wool phenomenon. BUT there is much to be said of the artist who makes felting more of an art. The Stitch Poet’s hand bags are one of a kind gems; using buttons, felted beads, ruffles. Her felted creations use Plymouth Galway Worsted. Plymouth Galway Worsted has an endless amount...

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Encore and Yardley Harvest Day

Encore and Yardley Harvest Day

Posted by | Dec 8, 2009 | | 0

It was a beautiful fall day. There were many vendors with various items. But the highlight of my day was when I saw this cute little girl sporting a darling Encore Worsted Colorspun Sweater. Meet Emma. She was so cooperative. I asked if I could take some pictures for the blog. I was very happy her Mother, Laura approved. Here is Emma with her runway pose: Thank you to Laura and Emma, Beautiful! Happy Knitting to...

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Happy Feet isn’t just for feet

Happy Feet isn’t just for feet

Posted by | Dec 6, 2009 | | 1

Talitha Kuomi is a talented designer who has used Happy Feet sock yarn for some interesting bracelets.  She calls them Pleasant Places, and her pattern is available on Ravelry. This is a wonderful way to use Happy Feet- either alone, or as bits & pieces for one band each.   Talitha found it to be a wonderful way to use up leftovers.  You could knit one bracelet  in each of 10 sock yarn colorways. Tal says she has toyed around with knitting in beads along with the Happy Feet and with tiny cables running around the length of each band.  You...

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