This was a fun pattern that I didn’t get bored with because it was a combination of two different stitch patterns, rounds of double crochet for the wrists and then fantail shell stitch pattern for the hands. It is called Fantail Stitch Fingerless Gloves by Hooked by Robin. She even has done a YouTube video … Read more
I had learned how to spin on a spinning wheel, but not a drop spindle. My daughter had figured out how to spin with a drop spindle, and my neighbor, and I’ve been to fiber festivals and seen kids walking around spindling. It looked hard. Finally, when a group of gals wanted me to teach … Read more
I love this pattern by Tamara Kelly that she calls her Squish Cowl. She uses a special stitch called Split Bullion Stitch that involves yarning over six times which creates lots of gorgeous texture and squishiness! Tamara’s pattern is FREE and can be found on her blog that she calls Moogly, by clicking here. I chose our … Read more
You have what you will need, basically your yarn and some needles, a comfortable chair and good lighting. You’re relaxed, and you’re ready to get started knitting. Learning to knit, like learning anything new, takes time, patience, and also some practice. It is said that knitting is one of the most relaxing and calming activities … Read more
This post contains affiliate links through which I might earn a small commission on purchases. Funds earned will be used to help fund my mission trip to Guatemala. Perfect timing, I just find out how to offer online classes, and there’s a sale offered! Now thru 9/9/15, Craftsy is having a Big Back to … Read more