Before I announce the giveaway, allow me to show you a FO. It’s a quilt that I made for a co-worker of my husband — someone who has been undergoing some tough times and needs a reminder that not everyone is as big a jerk as her soon-to-be-ex-husband. I started out with a pack of Kaffe Fassett charm squares in…
Month: June 2014
Book Review: Knits That Breathe, by Julie Turjoman
Call this one perfect timing: if you despair of finding interesting, fun-to-knit garments that are appropriate for warmer weather, or if you’re like me, and find pure wool sweaters are often too warm, you’re going to love Knits That Breathe: 12 Breezy Projects To Keep You Cool, by my pal Julie Turjoman. Julie’s goal was simple: to create a collection…
Take a peek!
Late last week, we mailed out the very first packages of the Pairings Yarn Club. It was a family affair: the kids helped me tape labels and pack envelopes, and even Mr. Black Bunny assisted with packing. (He wanted to put a slip of paper inside the envelopes that said “Lovingly packed by Tom” but I told him that would…
And now a word from my kid
Hi everyone. I’m James (also known as Elvis). You’ve probably seen me on this blog and watched me grow up over the years. Ever since I can remember, my mom’s had knitting needles in her hands and yarn between her fingers. Her passion and dedication to her work simply amazes me. Last summer, I started playing around with some yarn…
Preview: Noro Magazine Spring/Summer 2014
I just got a review copy of the latest issue of Noro Magazine, and since you know how much I enjoy doing previews…let’s take a look. My love of Noro yarns is long and well-documented. They are some of my favorite yarns to knit and design with. So can you blame me if I love Noro Magazine? The latest issue…
Book Look: Michelle Hunter’s Building series
About a year or two ago, I was introduced to the lovely and talented Michelle Hunter, also known as “Knit Purl Hunter.” You may have seen Michelle’s designs in Knitter’s Magazine, on her own website or Ravelry. (I’m really excited that Michelle agreed to do a pattern for my next book — I only wish I could show you a photo…
Days 2-5: Our trip by the numbers
Total miles traveled, Philadelphia area to Portland area, round-trip: Let’s say 800+ (yowza!) Number of gorgeous models photographed: 3 in our presence (including my daughter); plus 2 more Number of times I marveled at photographer Carrie Hoge’s incredible skill and talent: 1,080 Number of miles of coastline ogled: scores — at both high and low tide Number of islands tromped…