2021-12-15 23:46
I made a series of Christmas stockings, and needed something small and fun to knit as a palate cleanser. I have always looked at the little sweater ornament patterns and thought they w… Read More
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2021-12-12 21:32
I wanted to try some fingerless mitts or arm warmers and thought that I would try a crochet pair. The pandemic has gotten me into crochet in a serious way. I love knitting and that is… Read More
2021-12-07 16:29
Holiday stocking number 4 done. I think this will be my last one. I saw this pattern & decided I had to try it. Well written & I love how it turned out.The pattern is from Rachel Bro… Read More
2021-11-29 00:24
I started making Christmas Stockings and am still making them. The first one I made was a free pattern from Marly Bird, the Love Light Gleems stocking. I made it slimmer. Only doing tw… Read More
2021-11-23 21:49
Just need to pick out some buttons and finish this up.I love how it looks, yarn is scarfie from Lion brand yarn. Pattern is free. May your needles fly as fast as Dragonflies Read More
2021-11-23 21:46
Got my Kayleigh cardigan done. Pattern is from Ruby Webbs, I purchased it from her etsy shop (etsy link) The pattern was easy to follow, I used Big Twist Tweed yarn.The cardigan turned… Read More
2021-11-23 21:46
Finished my Cable Vest ! Pattern is by Lisa Carnahan, free pattern (link)I used Scarfie yarn by Lion brand. This pattern actually calls for a very bulky yarn. Thicker than scarfie. I would l… Read More
2021-11-23 21:29
I'm working on the AnyTime cardigan pattern by Dora Does, it is a free pattern, (blog link)I love her designs and I've knit top down sweaters, but haven't seen a crochet one. I'm lovin… Read More
2021-11-10 21:19
Got this cropped hoodie done in time for my nieces birthday. The pattern is the Hooded Fall Cardigan from Crochet with Carrie, she has a YouTube video also. It was simple and clear, I love t… Read More
2021-11-10 21:07
This is my Kaleigh Cardigan, pattern is by Ruby Webbs, she has an Esty shop. I had gauge problems, I got gauge, and then just started like a fiend and kept crocheting! Well, I had chan… Read More
2021-11-09 23:31
Another pattern from Bodhi life crochet or Taylor Obrien (Wittke) I found this on her YouTube Channel. Fun and fast with options on how to wear it! Check out her video. (youtube link)… Read More
2021-11-09 22:43
Free pattern from Dora Does, pattern is the AnyTime Cardigan, instructions are very clear!Pattern Link (designers blog)May your needles fly as fast as Dragonflies Read More
2021-11-09 22:25
Pattern from Taylor OBrien. I saw her tutorial on YouTube (link) and had to make this. It was fun and fast! I highly recommend you giving it a try. May your needles fly… Read More
2021-11-09 22:15
Jodi and my Oversized Hoodie on the porch. Yarn is scarfie, from Lion Brand, I did modify the arms & I added slash interior pockets. I'll add the details of my modifications i… Read More
2021-11-09 22:06
Beginning of my first stocking! I'm enjoying it so much I'm planning on doing more.I did add some stocking net stitch to add a name and just made simple letters to fit on the cuff.I did make… Read More
2021-11-09 22:01
I finished the first one and was pleased with it. So decided I would try again.Pattern is from Marly Bird, free pattern. It is the Love Light Gleems Stocking (rav link). She also has a video… Read More
2021-10-30 17:50
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2021-10-22 14:50
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2021-09-29 23:50
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2021-09-23 00:50
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2021-09-15 14:50
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2021-09-14 18:43
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2021-09-08 16:35
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2021-08-29 20:35
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2021-08-29 14:35
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2021-08-18 21:02
I used to post this years ago and decided to revive it! Enjoy looking at lovely places, even if we cannot visit them right nowPhoto from Gary Hewitt on Flickr, Meteor and Milky Wa… Read More
2019-07-27 20:26
Who isn't trying to decrease their stash or get more organized these day? I'm trying to use what I have, although often I "need" to purchase more yarn to make the project I'm planning "work"… Read More
2019-07-25 17:36
I was inspired by some yarn bombing I saw recently. When we returned home I started thinking about making something for our own yard. When I needed something for my morning glories to grow o… Read More
2019-07-06 21:45
I got the crochet bug at the beginning of this year. I was in a knitting slump and discovered videos on YouTube explaining crochet. I started with hats, and scarves and have moved on to card… Read More
2018-12-28 02:07
I put down two cardigans that I was knitting, one had a small amount of lace in it, and it is more of a summer cardigan. The other is a more complicated cable cardigan. I had decided to buy… Read More
2018-12-13 21:25
I seem to have a lot of UFO cardigans around the house. I haven’t blogged in a while so I’ll do a quick catch up.I started with the Berroco KAL in the summer and picked out the p… Read More
2018-07-06 20:18
I recently finished a sweater that had been in my knitting bag for 5 years. Whew, well it is only fitting that I frogged the ribbing around the bottom and reknit it. Good news is it only too… Read More
2018-06-21 01:57
This summer I’m participating in a number of KAL’s (knit along s). If you have never signed up for one I would encourage you to do so. The first one I did was the Berroco Lopi Sw… Read More
2018-06-17 16:11
This yarn was an impulse buy, I had other yarn in my cart and decided to try it, since it was on sale. I bought it from Craftsy, it is the Sprightly brand, the acrylic wool worsted (link) It… Read More
2018-06-15 20:30
I have a friend who wanted me to reproduce a crochet rug that she has. It was a wedding gift and was wearing out. She loves it and had someone reproduce it about 10 years ago. So I’m t… Read More
2018-06-10 13:42
I knitted a shrug pattern a bit ago, and it turned out very nicely, but I wasn’t happy with how it looked on me, or the functionality of it.The Shrug is often seen as a bridging item f… Read More
2018-06-08 16:08
I have a girlfriend whose Mom crochets this pattern. She has so many and loves them. I made a few and they quickly became a favorite! These are great to make for gifts!Pattern is fast and fu… Read More
2018-06-03 21:43
I’m trying to get more adventurous with my knitting, well maybe that is not the word I’m looking for, although I need to be adventurous also. More fearless, I think. I hold mysel… Read More
2018-05-26 23:04
I had some acrylic yarn in my stash and had been knitting on a sweater, as a fast break I decided to make a sun hat. I found some video tutorials from BobWilson123, (YouTube link). If you ar… Read More
2018-05-23 17:37
It is getting hot and muggy outside. I’ve been working in the yard a lot and enjoying spring. Now it is heating up and I’m doing more knitting inside. Going through some of my st… Read More
2018-05-21 17:11
Asymmetric shawl/scarfs/wraps! Wow, all of the sudden they are everywhere. I have knit a couple and now understand the attraction. I love the added interest of the shape. A little quirky and… Read More
2018-04-23 21:55
This is one of my long term projects that I just wanted to get off my needles. When these types of patterns started showing up I was interested in making one. It looked simple and fast and c… Read More
2018-03-15 14:39
This pattern is the Melanie Shawl (free pattern link), This is a repeat knit for me. I made the first one a little longer and can actually double it and wrap it as a scarf.This shawl I used… Read More
2018-03-13 20:38
It was the middle of summer, that time when the humidity is high and the temps are triple digits. Sultry outside and yet walking indoors your are greeted by the icy blast of chilly air that… Read More
2018-02-11 16:32
I started the Berroco Lopi Sweater KAL Feb 1, and it has been a wonderful experience and so much fun. You can find them on the Berroco blog and/or the Ravelry Berroco group! Even if you are… Read More
2018-02-02 00:14
I started this sweater in the fall of 2012. I’m sure some of you have projects like this. Not disliked enough to frog, but can’t get going enough to finish them.I got this… Read More
2018-01-27 21:35
I’m almost done with my 5 year sweater! Yes, that is the longest I’ve taken to finish a sweater, and I’m super excited. I totally went rouge and switched the pattern up.Mor… Read More
2018-01-17 20:51
Day 3 of knitting, as much time as I have, in the cold, snowy days we are having here. I’m coming along fairly well, starting to get a little anxiety about the amount of yarn I h… Read More
2018-01-15 16:32
Does anyone else have that knitted project that has been hiding in the closet for years? I started the Zuma Tunic by Wendy Bernard in 2012. Yes that is embarrassing to admit, I looked it up… Read More
2017-12-25 01:58
Enjoy your Holidays! Get your pointy sticks out and do some knitting.Thanks to http://mochimochiland.com/blog/ for the animation, check out the blog for more creative goodness!May your needl… Read More
2017-12-11 15:39
I’m in the middle trying to finish all of my knitting works in progress. Taking a look at them & deciding if I should frog them or continue. I had 5 skeins of Lion Brand Homespun… Read More
2017-12-06 23:00
I had a little idea that we needed a snowflake or two on our tree. I had one in the ornament box, handmade in crochet cotton thread. It was always a favorite, and I have no idea who made it… Read More
2017-11-26 20:37
Holidays can be a difficult time of year. Everyone is busy with lots of things on their minds.People that are missing from your life leave a black hole in the Holidays.Sometimes you just nee… Read More
2017-11-23 22:23
This was a chill Thanksgiving, I decided to try a crochet pattern & make some quick table ornaments. I found some cute pumpkin/gourd crochet pattern & decided to try it out. I also f… Read More
2017-11-16 22:18
I’ve been in a productivity slump. Well I’ve been gardening and doing life, but falling way behind in the fun fabric & yarn stuff.I happened across this YouTube of Fairy Litt… Read More
2017-11-15 19:52
I have been knitting, but not blogging for quite a while now. I’m getting organized and back into blogging. Colder weather is here and it is time to get the needles out.I decided that… Read More
2017-11-11 21:40
http://publicdelivery.org/dave-cole-knitting-machine-mass-moca/Above photo is from Arjen NoordemanIn 2005, MASS MoCA (Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art) presented… Read More
2016-09-15 13:05
Working on the shawl pattern arlequin shawl (free pattern). Love the pattern.I started with 3 skeins, 100% wool yarn & hand dyed them. I decided it needs two more. I'm not sure if t… Read More
2016-09-11 14:53
Fall is coming and I’m getting in the mood for it. I like to have some small, easy projects to work on, to take “on the go” and/or while watching TV, sitting outside etc.&h&hell…Read More
2016-09-05 14:27
I’ve been in a major knitting slump and was in JoAnn’s buying something else, this yarn was a spontaneous buy. I had no idea what to knit with it, so I decided on the pattern on… Read More
2016-08-29 01:11
Just a quick pic of a placemat I started. Had some extra red heart boutique treasure in the color way abstract, knits up nice & easy care with 70% acrylic & 30% wool.I asp knitted so… Read More
2016-07-17 11:34
Out on the front porch having coffee & a consult! Jodi doesn't seem to agree with me about the summer shawl.May your needles fly as fast as Dragonflies Read More
2016-07-17 01:54
I’ve been on a knitting break. I use to think I could knit through all things, but that has turned out false. I did finally perk up one day and think, “I need Yarn!” To any… Read More
2015-07-20 23:37
My husband and I have spent much time in the Smokies. Good memories of hiking and knitting and great adventures. I love this photo from Dave Allen Photography, Great Smoky Mountains National… Read More
2015-07-18 20:03
I saw a hexagon granny square pattern and had decided I needed to make it. A blanket made of flowers! Easy to take along and work on, what's not to like? I was out of town when I decid… Read More
2015-01-01 12:08
May this year be filled with lots of yarn!May your needles fly as fast as Dragonflies Read More
2014-12-31 14:53
My husband is getting a new hip, & will be in the hospital during New Year's Day! I had to pick up a new project for some hospital knitting. Wanted something that I didn't have to think… Read More
2014-12-26 20:12
Happy Knitting! My husband is getting a total hip soon and I’m casting on a shawl, still looking for a easy pattern, looking for a long rectangular shawl. Let me know if anyone has a… Read More
2014-10-08 22:58
I’ve had some questions on my blog recently that I cannot reply to. I enjoy interacting with all of my readers. If you refer to the below linked post it will explain this. See the link… Read More
2014-08-19 15:46
I had been experimenting with acrylic yarns, and in the process found a series of cute crochet patterns. One thing lead to another and I started an afghan. I’m hoping to get it done fo… Read More
2014-05-19 15:44
I was reading some blogs and saw the cutest crochet owls on Karen Makes Stuff (who is a prolific creator, check her out, you want to make it, she probably already has and can show you how)… Read More
2014-05-14 20:07
My husband has what we refer to as “the crazy hair”, he has cowl licks and loves to wear hats. Add those together and unless he has just gotten his hair cut, he is usually sporti… Read More
2014-05-11 17:32
Knitting always sooths me, I was stressed and needed a small project, out of town with little resources. I had one knitting book and found a Joanns store. After much looking around and dithe… Read More
2014-05-11 17:31
Have some yarn from a forgotten project? So did I. I found a skein of Fisherman’s Wool from Lion brand yarns, in Maple Tweed. Each skein has a hefty 465 yards or so and it is Worsted w… Read More
2014-05-11 17:17
It is funny how many times a good idea comes along while looking for something else. I ran across this free pattern for Finger Less Mitts. It looked fast to knit and I really liked the patte… Read More
2014-05-07 21:50
I love this bright coral color that these skeins ended up! I wound up about 2000 yards of 100% Wool yarn and decided that it was bright and sunny out, so it was time to do some solar dyein… Read More
2014-02-08 21:16
Winter weather has been crazy this year! Seems like warm to cold temps. Coldest temps I’ve seen in a long time. What better to get everyone in a great knitting mood! I wanted an easy… Read More
2014-01-05 16:47
A manly scarf, sometimes in our yarny world of color and exotic patterns. Always trying something new and different. We just need a plain scarf. I’m looking for a pattern for a manly s… Read More
2014-01-01 14:38
From everyone at my house to yours, have a Happy New Year and may it include lots of knitting! May your needles fly as fast as Dragonflies Read More
2013-12-29 17:02
I’m knitting a Bone Yard Shawl by Stephen West. Using some of my handspun fiber. A Persimmon color Blue Faced Leicester fiber that I added a strand of Sulky bendable thread to it to g… Read More
2013-12-19 15:57
This is my Citron Shawl, done! I have been working on it for a long time. But had I knitted this all at once, it wouldn’t have taken too long. Love this easy, swingy pattern. Thanks Kn… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Winter winds, snow and ice? That translates to lots of knitting. I had a birthday to knit for and a couple of skeins of Hometown USA by Lion Brand. I was drawn to this yarn due to the extrem… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Winter weather has been crazy this year! Seems like warm to cold temps. Coldest temps I’ve seen in a long time. What better to get everyone in a great knitting mood! I wanted an easy… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I was searching for the perfect cowl that I had in my mind to knit. Trawling on Ravelry, I wanted one, just the right size around, only once around my neck and not too tight, loose enough to… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
It was –4 degrees out, I had a day off and was just trying to stay warm. This was a perfect knitting day. I was on Ravelry looking around for a fast project, and found this Dropped Sti… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
So I have been looking at Kimono’s and kicking around the idea of sewing a Kimono cover of some type for a couple of years. I’ve watched numerous YouTube videos on how to make th… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Well, I read and looked at reviews, talked to people who had one, and finally purchased a Fit Bit. I decided on the one. I didn’t like the look of a rubber bracelet. Little did I know… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I’m always on the look out of free knitting and crochet patterns. There are so many talented designers that publish online for free! I’ve started linking to these on my Facebook… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I like to knit with unexpected materials. I’ve knitted with wire before and made some fun birdhouses, which held up well and have had many generations of bird families in them. (See po… Read More
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