I was finally able to do a knitting weekend! I spent most of Saturday and Sunday either browsing at a LYS or knitting. The weekends always go so quickly this way! First off, Maude. She’s just about done. I finished the front on Saturday and steeked the sides on Sunday. Here’s a pre-steek pin view: […]
New Online Knitting Mag
I haven’t heard much talk about this one yet, so I thought I’d post about it. The magazine is called chiagu. It looks like they’re mixing it up a bit though. On their about page, they explain that the magazine will not be free, and designers will share in the profits – 50 cents per […]
Storage of Wool Sweaters
I’ve been getting ready to put away my sweaters for the winter and did a little research to find out the best way to do so. I found some good advice, and even some conflicting advice! Here’s what I’ve come up with so far: Launder all garments before storage to ensure they’re clean. Do not […]
Linen Dread
You may have noticed I joined the Linen Drape Along. Its official start date was May 1st. Like a good little knit-alonger I started working on my pattern Saturday morning before leaving for MSW. I charted out the beginning of the sweater, and did a schematic of the whole thing so I knew what I […]
MSW was a blast!
Stella, Christy and I had a GREAT time on Saturday. We all remarked that it was larger and busier than any of us had expected. We got down there around 11 and left around 4:30 or 5. The weather was absolutely perfect. It was in the 70s and a bit breezy at times. A few […]
Maryland Sheep and Wool or Bust!
Stella, Christy, and I are spending the day down at MSW! We’ll get to meet alot of fellow bloggers and bring home some cool yarn! I’ve been up since 5 just waiting for Christy and Stella to get her. No, they’re not that late. I just couldn’t sleep. Any minute now….. I’ll give you the […]