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One Step Closer to the Apocalypse
I have a new survival skill to add to my “In case of Apocalypse” repertoire. I have memorized an easy, fast hat that can be made with only half a…
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Gifts Happen
So my only planned Christmas knit is finished. However, I’ve sort of started two more since then with a possible third in the wings. I realize this was going…
Bus Stop Pullover
On paper, I loved it. They looked like perfect little totoros holding umbrellas. After knitting body and sleeves up to the yoke and seeing that the variegated yarn wasn’t working…
Antipodes Shawl Giveaway Winner
The winner of the Antipodes shawl pattern, by Libby Jonson, is Jez, or Jezren on Ravelry with her comment: Such a lovely colour and really suits you! I would love…
Mitt-a-Long
I made a Grinchy kind of commitment this year. No hand knit Christmas gifts unless they happen to get finished in time for Christmas Day. Things have been a little…
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Liaison Tee
So this is the Liaison Tee by Allyson Dykhuizen. It’s November and I was quite comfortable in this top for these photos. I know I’ll wear it a ton….
Antipodes Shawl and a Giveaway
I’m a shawl knitting noob. I love the way they look, but was intimidated by the fine lace. I just always seemed to have a sweater on the needles. You…
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One for Me
I had to squeeze in one more for myself. I guess I’ve being influenced by the world around me, but I’m in love with pinks, mauves, and purples these days….
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Purple Kool Aid
I’m a little hesitant to show this very purple hat because, honestly, I think the garish colors mess up an otherwise lovely hat pattern. But it’s Mid-County Madness week and…
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Books I Can Recommend to my Kids
I love reading a good series of books that I can recommend to anyone. Well, my grandparents wouldn’t get this one, but just about anyone else would, especially if they…