Knits So Divine

Colors in This SEASON! - Merino wool, chunky soft acrylic

2011-06-26T19:44:00.002-04:00

1.CHUNKY BROWN
2. DARK TEAL TWEED
3. BEIGE
4. DARK BROWN
5. PALE PINK
6. DARK RED
7. LIGHT HEATHER GRAY
8. RICH DARK RED
9. DARK GRAY HEATHER MIX
10. DARK OLIVE GREEN

Leopard Print Slouchy Ski Cap $20.00

2010-10-26T13:07:00.007-04:00

SIZE MEDIUM 18" BAND DIAMETER ACRYLIC AND

VINTAGE BUTTONS DOUBLE THICKNESS

Fall Season 2010 Preview Sample Sale

2010-10-21T15:50:00.006-04:00

Red Knit Beanie Cap & White Knit Flower $20.00

2010-10-21T15:42:00.005-04:00

Red Knit Beanie Cap With White Knit Flower Lace Details
SIZE SMALL
16" Diameter
100% Acrylic

$20.00

Extreme Slouch Lace Alpaca Beret

2010-10-15T17:19:00.002-04:00

Lovely Lacy Round Tote $50.00

2010-10-15T17:14:00.006-04:00

DIMENSIONS : 22" T op Opening, Handles: 12" Long Widest Part 36" Wide There is a staggered leaf pattern that makes it so beautiful and also helps to make the bag grow as it went up. I made it smaller at the top, I wanted it to be unique.The yarn is a tweed, very rustic almost twine like but there is defiantly some wool in there. Bag is fully lined with gold leafy cotton zipper pockets and two side pockets.

Thick Chunky Alpaca Mittens $20.00

2010-10-15T17:07:00.002-04:00

Lovely Lacey Leaves Gray Slouchy Beret $20.00

2009-10-06T15:54:00.002-04:00

Luxurious merino wool, in a dark heather gray. Wonderfully soft and very warm! The slouchy beret is very comfortable and stretches to fit over long hair then hugs to keep the ears warm. Pattern is a lacy leaf panel around the sides with slouchy gathered details at the back. Two gray marbleized vintage buttons at the side for visual interest. Very chic and hip for the fall winter season! Loved making this one I adore all things lace.

Size: Misses Medium 18" Band, 11" across laying flat.
100% Merino Wool In Dark Gray Heather
PRICE: $20.00

Burgundy Wool Newsboy Woven Cables $20.00

2009-10-06T15:35:00.001-04:00

This was completely inspired and made by me. Traveling cables are running in a diagonal pattern intersecting in an over and under weaving pattern. Small and soft brim for added protection from the wind adds a little something extra. Wonderfully complex. A very lovely feeling and soft wool. Two large vintage buttons at sides for an added visual interest. Must have fall staple for the season. Also Available in Gray. Made of merino wool in Burgundy. Very soft and luxurious. Original design.Very great details and extremely soft wool. Chic and feminine. Great for a gift. Made to custom size when ordered. Contact me for a custom order consolation.
Size: Misses Medium 18" Brim 1.5".
100% Merino Wool In Burgundy
PRICE: $20.00

Cosmic Star Chocolate Brown Slouchy Beret $20.00

2009-10-06T14:57:00.002-04:00

This is a cosmic design. Inspired by a German textile made into my own design. It is a lacy eight pointed star that spirals out in a circle. Wonderfully complex. Knit in the round with Merino Wool Chocolate Brown. A very lovely feeling and soft wool, my new pasta in the pantry of my yarn stash. Two large vintage buttons at the side for an added visual interest. Must have fall staple for the season.

Size: Misses Medium 18" Band, 12" across laying flat.
100% Merino Wool In Chocolate Brown
PRICE: $20.00

Star Flower Wool Slouchy Beret $20.00

2009-09-02T16:12:00.002-04:00

Made of luxurious pure merino wool in chocolate brown. Inspired by the European Star Flower with seven petals. Delicate lace eyelets trace an expanding pattern of petals. Large vintage buttons at the side edge for extra detail and attention the face. Great comfortable slouch that is the look this season. Very warm and soft wool. Feminine and chic at the same time. Woman's sizes or girl's.

Size: Misses Medium 18" Band, 11" across laying flat.
100% Merino Wool In Chocolate Brown
PRICE: $20.00

Ivy Lace Slouchy Beret & Flower $20.00

2009-09-02T16:00:00.002-04:00

Traveling ivy leaves trace around the center in an angled spiral. There is about a five inch slouch for med size woman's. Gorgeous knit flower at the side face, a large vintage button centers the petals. Very chic modern look but also soft and feminine. Flower can be another shade at request.

Size: Misses Medium 18" Band, 11" across laying flat.
100% Acrylic in Tan
PRICE: $20.00

Cables and Lattice Newsboy $20.00

2009-09-01T17:03:00.006-04:00

Newsboys are great with the brim to hide your face on not your best days. I love this stitch, so complicated and intricate. There are large vintage buttons at the corner for that something extra. Slouchy in the back to fit those with longer hair or for a hip look. Very chic and in this season. Sized at woman's Medium. Brims can be added to any design for those interested in custom hat orders.
Size: Misses Medium 18"
100% Acrylic in Tan
PRICE: $20.00

TEAL Horse Shoe Lace Scarf Merino Wool $20.00

2009-09-01T16:50:00.004-04:00

Teal merino wool lace scarf. Very great details and extremely soft wool. Very easy to order for gifts as they are quick to make. Rows of detailed lace travel down a soft warm scarf. DIMENSIONS: 5.5" Wide By 49" Long

Harvest Fall Red Fingerless Gloves Wool $15.00

2009-09-01T16:46:00.002-04:00

Need warmth but do not want to give up feeling your keys? Fingerless gloves are a great way to go. This wool pair made or red merino wool and a mixed shade with a fair isle pattern. Made in woman's size SMALL.
Palm has great details too. Warm and and chic.
DIMENSIONS: 6" Wrist, 8" Palm, 8" Long
$15.00

THE FALL LINE 2009 ~ Lace & Leaves~

2009-09-01T16:08:00.001-04:00

~Lace & Leaves~

The attention to all things fall, tumbling leaves and ivy. A hat with angled leaves around the sides. A Bethlehem Star spiraling Flower lace beret, slouchy beret. Soft warm luxurious merino wool with natural colors and a pop of color here and there. Added details are in season, knit flowers and bold, big buttons accentuate the brims of my slouchy berets for the chic look out this season. Watch the Bravo Series the Project for looks from the A-listers. The Slouchy Beret is in and Chic.
For chilly fingers, try a fingerless glove with color and pattern at the palms.

Climbing Ivy Scarf Merino Wool Rich Red $25.00

2009-07-08T15:42:00.002-04:00

DIMENSIONS: 5" Wide 90" Long
Merino wool
$25.00

BEEP BEEP Blue Boys's Cardigan Size 2T $30.00

2009-07-07T22:49:00.002-04:00

Get out of the way. My son loves to drive his car and so he needed a cardigan to fit.
Made of washable kid friendly acrylic it can take a beating. Made size toddler 2-3.
Fair isle inspired borders at the bottom edge. $30.00

Cosmic Star Heather Gray Slouchy Beret $20.00

2009-05-28T15:47:00.002-04:00

This is a cosmic design. Inspired by a textile and made my own. It is a lacy eight pointed star that spirals out in a circle. Wonderfully complex. Knit in the round with Merino Wool Dark Gray Mix from Paton's. A very lovely feeling and soft wool, my new pasta in the pantry of my yarn stash. In fact I am ordering more this week for a lovely misses cardigan for me. The next big project. Just finished a blue cardigan for my 2 1/2 year old son. Pictures are coming soon. Enjoy the hat. Ciao. T $20.00
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Star Flower Wool Slouchy Beret Rich Red $20.00

2009-05-22T16:29:00.001-04:00

European Star flower

The Starflower is a small herbaceous plant that spreads from red runners. The leaves are long, narrow, and a red-green color. The leaves form a whorl near the base of the flowering stem. The flowering stem is thin and the white flower occurs terminally on the stem. The flower has around 7 pointed, white petals. Found in alpine and wooded areas.

Made of Merino Wool. Paton's Classic Wool. Color is Rich Red. Gauge is 5sts. to the inch. Knit in the round. Very soft wool. slouchy beret with feminine touch. Great look. I love this one. Inspired by the European Star Flower Band: 18" $20.00

Men's Global Explorer Sailing Cap Hat Burgundy Wool $20.00

2009-05-06T16:23:00.003-04:00

Great for your adventurous rugged guy. Very soft and luxurious feeling wool. Simple pattern great for men. Ribbing has a lot of stretch for even large sizes. Simple sleek design. Man's size Large DIMENSIONS 9" long 18" Band LOTS OF STRETCH Merino wool! ! $20.00

Grey Heathered Slouchy Beret With Brim $20.00

2009-03-24T22:42:00.001-04:00

Wonderful woman contacted me for a custom order. She had looked at my blog and loved my gray lace slouchy beret. She was wondering if a brim could be added. Me being the accommodating artist that I am said sure. It is simple enough to add a brim to any hat. I have found a new love that is Paton's Classic Wool merino. It is luscious and luxurious. The feel is amazing and the colors are splendid....:) A knitters dream and reasonably priced. I am in love. Any way. This woman was going an an exciting trip to Alaska of all places (chilly) and she wanted a nice warm wool hat. I sent it off the other day and made sure to take great pictures in my front yard garden. Love that place. So without any further ado. My Lacy Heathered Slouchy Beret with added brim. Ciao, T.

Red Lace Sweetheart Sweater Cardigan 3T $30.00

2009-03-03T14:07:00.002-05:00

I loved making this! Simple raglan arm cardigan for my daughter with a few feminine details. I added white ribbing around the edges and the best part is the lace. The lace is a line of connected hearts at the bottom and at the cuffs. I was a simple way to add some special touches. She looks lovely in it. Size is toddler 3.

Alpaca Wool Slouchy Hat w/ Diamonds $20.00

2009-03-02T20:05:00.001-05:00

This was some of the most luxurious yarn I have ever felt. This is a super soft alpaca bulky wool. Very very warm. The design is a slouchy hat with traveling diagonal lines all over. The lines intersect over and under at alternating levels. At the back all of the lines come together forming a geometric flower like design. There is a two inch section of ribbing around the edge to keep ears warm. Attention to detail was number one on this hat. This wool is so soft and luxurious you have to feel it to believe it. Size fits most. Measures 20" around with room for stretch, 9" long from end to end. Enjoy!

Slouchy Beret for Scrubs Medical Student Style $20.00

2009-01-07T13:41:00.002-05:00

I have a friend who is a medical student, and I wanted to make her something to match the scrubs she will be wearing in her profession! I chose wide black and scrub blue stripes for her hat. It is made in the same way as my red hat, but the only change is the color difference. Such a small change can have such a dramatic effect!

Striped Red Slouchy Beret $20.00

2009-01-07T13:31:00.001-05:00

Yes, another present. This was a hat made of nice tan wool, I wanted to make is visually interesting without sacrificing the warmth. Stripes to the rescue! Red and dark brown thin stripes spaced evenly along the hat. The band and the top cap were made of the same colors to tie it all together. The pattern is a nice fishtail lace that really makes the stripes pop in the way they angle
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Christmas Stocking! $45.00

2009-01-07T13:05:00.001-05:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Light Blue Hat and Gloves Set 12 Months $25.00

2008-12-14T13:25:00.002-05:00

This is a present for my nephew. I wanted to make a warm set for him with the cold weather here already. I made a hat with light blue slip stitch ribbing and ear flaps. The hat also has a pompom and ties to make it very snug and secure. The hat is my original design. The gloves are a simple pattern I got form a website, and they are matching the hat with the same cord. I decided to accent with white and tan for visual interest and to avoid a one color item. Happy Birthday!
Size 12 Months
$25.00

Men's F*** You Gloves!!! $20.00

2008-12-14T13:15:00.001-05:00

This has to be the most amusing project I have been commissioned to make. This is a custom order form a woman in New York who wanted to give them as a present. She said her friend had a pair before and she could never find another like them, so she contacted me. They are a basic glove pattern in a size medium when translates to about 8 1/2" around the palm. They were very easy to make, and very warm. I hope whoever gets them loves to wear them as much as I loved to make them. Happy Holidays whoever you are. Size Large $20.00

Teal Chullo Fair Isle Extra Thick $25.00

2008-11-26T21:33:00.001-05:00

This was a custom order. A woman wanted a hat with extra warmth and very thick lined face flaps as opposed to ear flaps more common in this type of hat. I was very excited to make a special project out of it. The hat is a great teal with tan and white detailing all around. I have made ties and tassels to give it character. The flaps were lined with double stranded tan and a nice soft variegated yarn in earth tones. The flaps measured 7"x 6" for maximum face protection from wind.

Ivy Newsboy Hat White $20.00

2008-11-15T15:18:00.001-05:00

This is a wonderful Newsboy cap with a strong brim and ribbing. There is a beautiful leaf lace detail around the bottom. I wanted to shoot it from different angles for the full effect. I really like this one. It is also made of white double stranded Acrylic for extra warmth and bulk. I made a scarf in the same matching pattern.

Big Cable Beanie

2008-11-15T15:01:00.000-05:00

This is a beanie with large cable details, four run down the sides. Its is made of double stranded white Acrylic and is very thick and warm. Festive pom-pom attached to top for fun.

Slouchy Beret with Diagonal Ribbing Detail

2008-10-30T18:23:00.000-04:00

Simple Slouchy French Beret with a gathered puffy top. I love it. Made with a simple knit four purl four on the bias. Gives a very interesting visual. I gathered the top for more interesting effect. These hats were a joy to make. I wanted a visually stimulating pattern that was easy and mindless to knit. I found it in this design. The band is smaller and is increased to make a puffy hat that slouches.

Gray Heatherd Wool Lace Hat Slouchy Beret

2008-10-30T18:07:00.000-04:00

This is a lovely hat made from 100% wool yarn. The color is a heather gray very nice color and soft yarn. It is very warm, and has a lovely fish-tale lace detail all around. This is a very lovely and feminine hat. It would go nicely with any color. I really loved the feel of this yarn. Made for a woman, or teenager. Lace makes a very glamorous effect with very little effort. Band measures 17" and is increased to make a puffy slouchy hat. Stitches are gathered at the top to make a cute rouched effect. One of the better quality hats because of the warmth and quality of the fiber.

Red Short Puffed Sleeve Feminine Cardigan

2008-10-18T17:16:00.000-04:00

It is time to talk about the torture is has been to make this, my first garment. I have been battling with it thus far, and I am now just going to have to force myself to talk about. It was a pleasure to make! I got the pattern itself from a book called Fitted Knits by Stephanie Japel, and is knit in the round from the collar down. I love circular knitting, it make a more collective picture of your progress. I used a yarn of slightly bigger gauge and I had to convert the measurements to fit my yarn. I love math....not. The sleeves are puffed and have a raglan arm hole, my favorite. And there is a small lace pattern on the bottom edging. I had one small problem when I made the waist too long and set everything off. I was trying to make it longer but I messed up the fit. I ended up turning under the bottom hem and shorting it. I have yet to take nice photos but here is what I have so far.

Monica's 19 Birthday Winter Trio!!

2008-10-07T16:52:00.000-04:00

Little sister is 19!! I made her a scarf, hat and fingerless gloves in teal. Am I not a rad sister?? I will talk about them all.
Gloves: Lace edge around bottom, and top. Thumb gusset and spot of detailed lacing on palms.
Candle Lace Hat
Lace pattern repeats all over.
Fish tail lace scarf: knit.

Rhi's Funky Fingerless Lace Gloves

2008-10-07T16:38:00.000-04:00

Lace black very chic, fingerless gloves with added thumb gusset. They are a basic design with eyelet lace on bottom and tops. The lace travels in two different directions around the tops. Loved making these, it was hard to get the lace on top just right. Took time. Hope you love them!! These are made for my dear friend that is moving I'll miss you. P.S I am listing to Cannonball right now.

Kids Winter Hats

2008-10-07T16:08:00.000-04:00

Isaac had a more manish hat. Lace and flowers were not very manly. SO I went with a simple geometric pattern with red and white stripes to accent his coat. As soon as the camera come out!!!
Grace has a simple knit cap with a ribbing and lace. It is embellished with a white knit flower. She looks good in red! A very girl-y design and simple. Knit 16" in diameter.

Grace's Plaid Fall Coat

2008-08-03T15:09:00.000-04:00

Ah, my new pride and joy. I made it or my 19 month old daughter. It is a size 2T and I added two inches of ease for growing room. I also added two inches to the bottom hem for growing room. This was the longest I have spent on a project. The colorful pattern required a lot of concentration. I had to go back and correct a misplaces stitch or two to keep the pattern going. The end result is just adorable. I love her in this coat!

FEYI THROW!!!!

2008-08-01T14:56:00.000-04:00

This was a present for my little sister. She wanted a blanket and I wanted to make her something that was her own. The “Feyi Throw” was born. Just a simple block quilt style with different stitches for each block. I made the letters for her name on an angle to make it more interesting. I went a little crazy with he border perfectionist that I am and about half way through it I began to regret my urge to make everything wonderful. She loves it. and takes it every where. 3 feet wide 3 feet long. The kids love it too…I feel theirs are coming soon.

Reversable Statement Scarf with Stripes

2008-06-24T14:31:00.000-04:00

My first attempt at a double knitting project. It took my mind off of a complicated coat I am working on. I got the urge to have a scarf that said something. I am in a transitional point in life we are moving to a bigger house, I am moving forward, "go far" came from that feeling. Simple pattern. Begin with a cast on stranding two yarns of opposite colors. Then make the set up row buy treating each stitch as its own. This doubles the number of stitches and allows you to knit two sides at once. When you knit one stitch, you purl the next. This makes the two sides a mirror image. Fascinating. The scarf is totally reversible, the only problem is finding letters that appear the same backwards and forwards. This limits the words you can use if you are looking for a totally reversible item. Also good for "go team" scarves in school colors, or for a ABC letters for the kids to teach them. Very fun and stimulating project. Wanted to try something new.

Rockefella Sweater

2008-05-30T15:35:00.000-04:00

I must admit I was a lot happier with this sweater than with the Twinkle Hoodie. The Yarn I used was not itchy at all, it was merino wool, and it had a faint lovely barn yard smell in it. I enjoyed the pattern, it was more interesting to do, the cables were a nice touch but I feel the lacing around the cables took away from it, it made it look too holey. I feel i went a little light on the gauge as I did not want to but the very expensive twinkle yarn. I managed to get the similar look, but if I had used the correct yarn I feel the weight of it would have made the garment lay better. But honestly, how much more bulk can you stand? I like it for around the house, and on accident I might wear it to the store. Poor Twinkle Hoodie would never be let outside, so all in all I feel it is a better sweater, and yarn for this. But it is now official, I am done with the bulky knits phase.

Twinkle Hoodie

2008-05-30T15:08:00.000-04:00

I am going to tell you how I feel about this sweater. I love the yarn but I am finding alpaca to be scratchy, but very soft. Bulky knits seemed like a good idea in theory, but when actually done I found them less rewarding. For one, they do knit up fast, but the stitch size leaves little room for details sans a large cable or to I thought in theory they would be wonderful…a quick way to knit up a sweater in an adult size and practice making sweaters. The design seemed too small, the sleeves were supposed to be 3/4 and I was not happy with that. I ended up altering it, adding ribbing on the bottom to make it longer, and adding on to the sleeves. The yarn does stretch a considerable amount when knit on such huge needles. I had to rip and redo the sleeves because they went over my hands. The yarn was too bulky, to the point of being unattractive, I would wear it around the house, but not out. I feel a more structured and form fitting sweater would make me happier. I loved the experience, but I feel my chunky knits phase is officially over. Laid out it looks cozy and inviting, but when I put it on i felt lost and the fabric stretched out of shape. Its made for less than a curvy woman, in my opinion...bulky does not wear well on an average frame.

Isaac's Tri-colored Pullover

2008-04-29T15:24:00.001-04:00

This a simple pullover with a crew neck. The colors really compliment his skin tone. The sleeves were very simple with no arm hole shaping needed. The back was basically a square and the front had neck shaping. The sleeves had a simple gradual increase up to the seams. The gauge was 4 stitches to the inch and I used US 9 sized needles. It made for quick knitting and a fast sweater. I made the entire thing in a week. I felt this was the simplest article of clothing I have made so far. The next one will be more challenging.

Big City Knits

2008-04-29T15:01:00.000-04:00

Wenlan Chia, is a real inspiration to me. I bought her book
" Twinkle's Big City Knits" because I felt her designs were truly original. She has shown her line at Fashion Week in New York City and the items she hand knit herself got the most positive attention. She uses a real understanding the stitches and how they lie on the body. Her use of dramatic ribbing around the waist makes very chic and elegant garments. They are all very form fitting and look like a real womans choice. There are many sweaters I would make and wear out. She only uses super bulky weight yarn, hence the title, and the sheer size of the materials make for quick knitting. I chose this book because I felt it would give me quick results for making my first adult sized sweater. The needle sizes range from 13-35 US, and may are circular so you may need to go out and but these sizes especially for these projects. I am currently looking for yarn to buy in the super bulky weight as to get the correct gauge. Keep reading for updates on "Big City Knit" sweaters for mama!

Expanding My Knitting Library

2008-04-29T14:38:00.000-04:00

*Vogue Knitting is the best source I have found for step by step instructions on technique and how to. The advice is very easy to follow and covers every basic area I have needed to research.
*Best of Vogue Knitting 25 Years is a gathering of all the best articles from 25 years of the publication. The articles range from raising your own flock, to designing your own sweaters.
*Interweave Knits has only been around for about 10 years, but they offer wonderful patterns in a classy taste. They have various pattern choices for multiple projects.
*Knitspeak is a dictionary of knitting abbreviations and definitions for unfamiliar terms. Its small size serves as a asset for portability. Every knitting bag should have a copy for quick reminders or a short lesson.
*Twelve Months of Knitting has increasing levels of difficulty with each project. It is designed to improve you skill as you go along in the book. With the sections divided by the months of the year it offers seasonal projects so one does not get bored.

Here is a look at the books I feel are essential for a good knitting library. I have others that show different styles and different materials of knitting I will also post. I feel these are good basic books to have. The Vogue Knitting book is especially important because I feel you should have a good reference book for looking up questions or techniques. You can never learn too much.

Grace's Rainbow Cardigan

2008-04-19T20:50:00.000-04:00

Well, ladies and gents, I have done it. I have made my first official sweater. I made one for my daughter she is 15 months old now, and in the size 12-18 months toddler clothes. I made the sweater size toddler 2 for extra growing room. She looks a little baggy in it now, but the design is still very tailored. The sleeves have a raglan setting which suites her nicely. I hate the idea of making boxy items for toddlers...kids have waists too!! I used a gray acrylic for easy washing. The ribbing is done in a rainbow variegated color yarn ranging from purple to blue, green, pink, yellow, you get the idea. It is a fuzzy boucle yarn of mystery source. I woman gave it to me at my kitting group for yarn swap night. I came home with lots of yarn that day! I am really proud of this one. I have made a real cardigan! In a small size granted, but the technique it all the same just faster to make the garment. I feel I have crossed over into a whole new realm of knitting. I am really excited about all of the possibilities I have. I went on e-bay and bought yarn. Yes, yes I know I dissed e-bay for yarn previously, but I found a trusted brand that I have worked with, it was acrylic Red Heart Supersaver, and I chose many girl, boy, and neutral colors for the kids. I feel this yarn is perfect because it is cheap, and washer dryer safe. I love my kids but there is no way I will "hand wash cold, lay flat to dry" all of those tiny little creations. I had to make it mommy smart. Stay tuned readers, it will only get better. I also have been expanding my library, and magazine collection. More on that later. For now, enjoy my creation of the day!

Isaac Cabled Red V Neck Vest

2008-04-04T22:16:00.000-04:00

I am sooooo excited!!! I have finished my first clothing article!! I made a sweater vest with a cabled pattern running down the center. He looks so adorable in it. The making of it was really simple. It was my practice run. I feel confident in my ability to make more, better things!! I am really excited, this is a real step in my craft, and I can make real clothes now!! I am on cloud nine right now. Next, I will make something for my daughter. Keep checking on my wonderful knits!!

Green Lace Fingerless Gloves

2008-03-21T14:26:00.000-04:00

I finished my beloved green gloves. They are everything I thought they would be. The lace pattern and decreases make a lovely visual. Very streamlined. As I am waiting to buy yarn, I used up some of my mystery yarn from ebay. I do not recommend buying yarn from ebay, it was not the color I thought it would be. Unless you see the brand you can go and look up elsewhere to make sure you know what you are getting stick to yarn stores!! The mystery yarn was very soft though, so I used it in a cabled hat, and I am making gloves with a cabled pattern to match. What I can whip up when I am bored! It makes me smile to show off my lace and cables to the family women...sisters and Mom. They are the sewers..I was never good at that. They have nothing on my lace!! HAH! Well I am into yet another phase of knitting. The garment phase. I am getting a collection of toddler patterns together. I want to start sweaters. I feel I should start with a small size first before committing to a large adult sized project. I need to practice, plus I can crank them out at a faster pace. Today I bought a blocking board and pins to get myself started when it comes time to block that first article of clothing. I am excited!! With my collection of patterns and knitting books growing, I have a good selection of sweaters to chose from!! America, watch the next phase begin!!!

Double Knitting and Needle Cases

2008-03-16T14:36:00.000-04:00

I have a new obsession. Double knitting. I have not tried it before so I am researching. There is a book, Son of Stitch 'n Bitch, that has an amazing scarf pattern in argyle. I am in love. I was so very confused about the double knitting technique. So I did some research, and its actually making two layers of fabric at a time and twisting the end of the two yarns together at the end of each row. You knit the side facing you and you pearl the stitch next to it to make the opposite happen on the other side. You use two contrasting colors, and you knit 1 with color A and purl one with color B. I was so confused and really began to over-think it. I thought you were knitting onto each stitch twice, like a KFB, but I was wrong. You are actually making two layers that are totally reversible!! WOW. And casting on double the amount of stitches in the beginning to make a base row. I am going to try this soon...
Also, in the dry spell of not buying yarn(I ended up buying a digital camera on ebay, got to love ebay. that used up my yarn money for the week...lol). I have begun to make some cases for my needles. I have three sets of bamboo needles, one double pointed set sized 1-15, and two single pointed sets sized 1-15 in 9" and 13". I needed a place to keep the needles together and something that was aesthetically pleasing. I saw a design for a needle case in the Stitch 'n Bitch Nation book. I am in the process of finishing up the second case, and starting the third. I will post pictures of the finished cases, (hopefully using my new camera!!! ) All of my projects when finished will be posted here, but also in more detail on my Ravelry page. I am posting my lace long gloves soon, that are almost done, but my case making has gotten in the way of their progress. Poor gloves, I will try to spend time on you today....

My Obsession with Gloves

2008-03-13T13:54:00.000-04:00

I am in need of building my stash up for sweaters ponchos and the like I have needed to knit smaller projects to fill my time. I have fallen in deep love the the book Romantic Knits. this woman knows what she is talking about. The idea of knitting a blocky, bulky, sweater that would be ugly and never worn seemed to me a great waste of time!! I need to have sexy, fitted, knits, who would want to wear something that was not flattering? My ego tells me I would not!! So until payday and some extra cash...I will have to make small projects. I am currently working on a modified pattern for the Some Like it Hot, long gloves. I say modified because I am using a DK weight instead of the called for Sport weight. I wanted a smaller glove. I do not want it to go up to my elbows but I do want a longer glove than the traditional size. Also I have chosen to make them fingerless. Must have the fingers free for knitting!! I am about 75 % done. I will post pictures of the finished project. They are dark green, My favorite color, and my husband wants me to add white trim to represent the school colors of Western Reserve. His alma matter ....I chuckle. He has really began to embrace my knitting, and by the way, I do recant the comment I made before about him not being supportive. He has really been, I was upset when I wrote those things. But he was impressed when I showed him the first finished glove. I love that lace pattern she used. You know me and lace>>>>
I will show you when I am done...they are magnificent!!!

2008-03-02T16:39:00.001-05:00

Hello all,
Glad to see you are interested in my life. I am starting a blog because well, honestly I have been bitten by the knitting bug and I cannot stop. It started with simple crochet a few years back, mostly scarves, but then I got bored and decided to teach myself to knit. I got all of the "I taught myself knitting" resources I could find and hammered it all out. I was obsessed with knit and purl and made patterns with them. Then I got bored. Lace was my new obsession. Yarn over and knit two together, things I had never known!! Then I got bored again. I made a pair of simple mittens for my kids. And whammo, a new world, I could actually branch away from the flat scarf land and make real clothes. I have begun to gather patterns and make more items for my family. I have decided to blog to keep track of all of my wonderful creations.
I am a mother of two beautiful twins, a boy Isaac, and a girl Grace. They have just turned one year old. I knit items for them now. They never will be cold again. My husband is very fashion sensed and loves sweater vests and argyle. So with this combination I hope to have many interesting projects to keep me busy.
With this blog I am hoping to find other like minded knit crazed people to share with. I need knitting friends lets face it!!
So enjoy my knits!!!