During my move of my craft room, I learned a new technique-the pin wheel cast-on. Of course I had to practice it. I started out making small squares that I was going to connect and make into a scarf. I was working on the project while on a quick “sister trip” with ofContinue reading “Knitting Squares”
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The Bee Theme Continues
I’m still working on my guest room makeover. I’m keeping the bee theme with some more bee inspired pillow covers. This time they are honeycombs. Now that the accent pillows are done. I just have a few more updates to make with some pillowcases for the bed. Possibly a new duvet cover which would beContinue reading “The Bee Theme Continues”
Completed Projects
Hello- I hope everyone is doing well. Ive had a chance to compete a few projects over the past couple of weeks. I make an accent pillow covers for the guest bedroom. I have two more to go. I used a simple pocket envelope style. I plan on using a French seaming for the otherContinue reading “Completed Projects”
Busy Bee Pillowcase
I wanted to update my guest bedroom so I’m decided to make some pillowcases for the bed. I saw this bee fabric and couldn’t resist. I wanted a little whimsy to add into the room. I need to get more fabric to complete the second case. I was planning a different project when I noticedContinue reading “Busy Bee Pillowcase”
Yarn Stash
Last year, I wanted to reduce my yarn stash. I had four medium to small baskets full of yarn. This for me was too much, I normally don’t like to have a lot of items in the house not being used. I feel that everything should have a purpose. My goal was not to buyContinue reading “Yarn Stash”
Knitting for Your Body Type-Part 2
I’m continuing with my goal of improving my sweater knitting. I finished Amy Herzog’s book Knit to Flatter. I was able to get some good pointers. I’ve taken my measurements, found how to make adjustments such as short rows for the bust either vertical or horizontal. Since I’m bottom-heavy ways to add additional stitches toContinue reading “Knitting for Your Body Type-Part 2”
My FO (finished object)
I hope everyone is enjoying November. If you are getting together with friends and family for the holidays, please enjoy the time spent together I completed the Nimbus cardigan last week and even worn it a coup,e of times. I want to knit this pattern again but the next time I plan to make itContinue reading “My FO (finished object)”
Wednesday Wrap Up
Hello friends-I am almost complete with my Nimbus cardigan. I’ve seamed the front sides and back of cardigan so far so good. I really worked on getting the gauge correct especially since I didn’t use the same yarn as the designer. Gauge is is either something you put up with or clearly dislike. Continue reading “Wednesday Wrap Up”
The Journey Begins
Thanks for joining me! I always enjoyed creating different items be it knitting, sewing or even cooking a meal. It is it the creativity that I enjoy the most starting with nothing and having an end product. This brings me much satisfaction. I feel that everyone should have an outlet for them to help to relaxContinue reading “The Journey Begins”
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