This post contains affiliate links. Today, I’m really excited to share an interview with Stefanie Bold, a German crochet and knitting designer, along with a roundup of four of my favorite patterns from her collection. Like me, Stefanie is participating in the 2014 Indie Design Gift-a-Long, a virtual extravaganza running through December 31st here on Ravelry. In … Read more
Right now, many crocheters and knitters are revving up for the holiday crafting season. Unfortunately, this time of year can be filled with late nights, repetitive stress injuries, and disappointment. In the hopes of sparing you these dramas, I’m sharing my 5 tips for holiday crafting success. 1) Create gifts only for those who are “worthy” It … Read more
I traveled up to Saratoga Springs for a few days for a work-related project. I knew I’d have plenty of down time, so I packed enough yarn for 3 projects. Except, I packed the yarn before leaving in the morning. Early in the morning. When I opened my suitcase in Saratoga, it turned out that … Read more
It’s that time of year again! I hope you’re as excited about the Indie Design Gift-a-Long as I am! The Indie Design Gift-a-Long is an annual Ravelry extravaganza celebrating knitting and crochet. It kicks off tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern and runs through December 31, 2014 and includes about 6 weeks of crochet- and knit-a-long … Read more
I’m continuing my series of posts sharing my pattern releases today with a new knitting pattern, the Pretty in Pink Shawlette. This triangular shawl is knit from the top down in Galler Yarns Flore II. The pattern uses a combination of stockinette and drop stitches to create the appearance of stripes. It also features a two stitch … Read more