We’ve had so much going on at the shop lately that I haven’t had time to mention the release of Brooklyn Tweed’s Early Fall 2018 collection. It happens to be beautiful… like always. It also happens to highlight their worsted spun yarns. This was a thoughtful choice. This collection was inspired by origami and… Continue reading Finally Taking a Look at Brooklyn Tweed’s Early Fall 2018
Category: Knitting Tips
You Can Make That: Volume 2 for Fall 2018
I feel like going shopping. Yes, it has been oppressively hot this week. That said, I’m still looking forward to wearing long pants (to cover my pasty legs and bruised shins) and, of course, sweaters. Like always, instead of heading to the mall as soon as my kids go back to school, I have… Continue reading You Can Make That: Volume 2 for Fall 2018
I’ve Figured Out What Your Next Project Should Be
I think I’ve found the perfect project for you. Yes, ALL OF YOU. It’s a bit presumptuous of me to assume I know the next best project for you, don’t you think? Let me back up a bit! Did you know that I’ve been working on the Better Than Basic Pullover (from Churchmouse Yarns… Continue reading I’ve Figured Out What Your Next Project Should Be
Summer Lace
Summer Lace Summer is a great time to wear lace. It’s also a great time to knit lace! So often lace projects are worked on a lighter weight yarn, which means that you have less weight to carry around with you and your WIP. I’m not going to tell you that lace is simple, but… Continue reading Summer Lace
Vacation Knitting: Summer 2018
Yesterday someone came into the shop with a familiar request: I’m going on vacation tomorrow and a simple project to take with me. Honestly, I feel like I just wrote that blog, but I guess that was a year ago. So, I suppose it’s time for a new version with some fresh ideas. It’s time… Continue reading Vacation Knitting: Summer 2018
