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| Fiber Folklore: The Flaxen Haired Maiden |
| 2012-01-30 13:41:31 |
Heroines in fairy tales were often referred to as “flaxen haired”, because a freshly prepared strick (bundle) of flax resembles long, pale blond hair. And in those same tales, the fiber that the maiden spun was usually flax. Here is … Continue reading →...
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| Fiber Folklore: Baa, Baa, Black Sheep |
| 2012-01-22 22:45:34 |
Baa, baa, black sheep, Have you any wool? Yes marry, have I, Three bags full; One for my master, One for my dame, But none for the little boy Who cries in the lane. This nursery rhyme probably dates to … Continue reading →...
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| Knitting Books: One More Skein, by Leigh Radford |
| 2012-01-01 12:14:17 |
My rating: 3 of 5 stars One More Skein is divided into four sections, containing patterns for adult hats, gloves and scarves, some unusual garments for babies, a collection of bags, and household items. Each project requires a couple of … Continue reading →...
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| Ninna Beret |
| 2012-01-01 11:07:46 |
This is absolutely the most precious little girl’s hat I’ve seen all year. Originally written in Finnish for Ulla magazine, it was designed and has recently been translated into English by Sari Astrom. I knitted one up for my four … Continue reading →...
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| Twisted Stitch Mitts |
| 2011-12-20 14:28:33 |
From issue 222 of the Classic Elite Yarns e-newsletter. A stitch pattern that’s clever and pretty, but not complicated. I like that it doesn’t add the bulk of a cable pattern. And this yarn comes in lovely colors. Onto the … Continue reading →...
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| Eyelash Yarn Christmas Tree |
| 2011-12-19 16:26:02 |
These trees are so pretty, and could not be simpler to make. All you need is a styrofoam cone, some glittery eyelash yarn in your choice of color ( I like the silver, gold, and white), and some glue. Pattern … Continue reading →...
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| Christmas Humor: Twelve Tacky Sweaters |
| 2011-12-17 07:54:30 |
Eleven pipers piping, twelve tacky sweaters……. Not exactly how the song goes, but it’s become a perennial source of merriment – the over the top Christmas sweater, which now comes in endless variations. I subscribe to iVillage UK News, and … Continue reading →...
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| Knitting Tips: Straightening Circular Needle Cables |
| 2011-12-12 08:50:07 |
Circular needles have many uses besides knitting in the round. But they can be a PITA when new, due to that pesky coil and twist the cable has after being removed from the package. Actually, the cable itself is basically … Continue reading →...
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| Jingle Bell Lambs |
| 2011-12-03 10:27:27 |
This is an awesome ad, so creative at capturing the innocence and joy of kids at Christmas. Brooks Brothers is older than the song “Jingle Bells.” The second video shows how it was made....
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| Lavender Knit Hat (with optional ear warmers) |
| 2011-11-27 06:07:51 |
Wow! I can think of lots of color permutations and combinations for this design! Nice for gifting. From a very interesting website, “I Live on a Farm.” pattern...
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