Category: yarn
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Celtic Shawl for M
Made this one for my friend M. But apparently this is the only picture that turned out! Pattern: Celtic Myths (heh, I typed “Mythos” first — I think a bit too much Cthulhu in my life) Yarn: Timberline Ice by Alexandra’s Crafts. This is a really lovely blend: 63% superwash, 20% silk, 15% nylon, 2%…
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Alpaca Pome Hat for Mom
This one was always intended to be a Christmas gift to my Mom, but I finished it in May. That might be the earliest I’ve ever started or finished a present.
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Why are there so many knit-a-longs starting in January?
January is apparently the month to start knit-a-longs! I guess it makes some sense, since many people are done with holiday gift knitting, but oh my goodness, I’ve seen so many of them that I feel rather overwhelmed. Here’s three I’m seriously considering.
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Yarn Subscription preview, December 2015 (Yarn of the Month and Jimmy Beans Beanie Bags)
Quick peek at my yarn subscriptions for December 2015: On the left is Yarn of the Month Club, on the right is Jimmy Beans’ Beanie Bags. As with last month, Jimmy Beans Beanie Bags really wins on presentation. The bag is cute and just packed with pretty cards and offers and patterns. I think they…