It's that time of year again. Time to think of what, if anything will I make for family and friends. Even though the temps are 90+* for most of us and the last thing we want to contemplate is holding all that nice warm wool, we can think of what to make and gather patterns and materials. Even I don't do much knitting or crocheting in summer.
Will you do sweaters? Those do need time to complete. Depending on how you work and what you do, a lot of time is required to finish a sweater.
Will you do quick and easy projects for more people? Things like hats and mittens are quick and easy. Slippers fall into this category.
Are shawls and afghans on your hit list for gift giving? Perhaps you have wee ones on your list who might like toys. Possibly you and your recipients are of a practical nature and gift giving is of the use it up variety.
During this month, I will be linking to things of all types that might be on your gift recipients lists. Some sites will require you to register to access the pattern. All are free. Most will want no more than your user name and a password.
To get us started and stay cool for now, try these ideas. Pair them up with new cooking utensils or a set of pans. Add these personal touches to a dinner basket that has all the fixings for a favorite meal for the cook in the family.
Crocheted potholder Knit potholder Don't like these? Try these links for more options. One thing to keep in mind for this type of project of to use either wool or cotton. Acrylic will melt.
More crocheted potholders More knitted potholders
As always, if you need help with a project, either directions in the pattern or a specific technique, check with your local Michaels to see when your Knit or Crochet Instructor is available.
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Monday, July 1, 2013
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Things are getting back to normal
Over a month ago, my husband was in a car accident. Things are looking up in my household. He's almost back to his previous abilities. In his recovery, I have been thankful that I had my knitting and crocheting. Simple things with simple stitches helped me stay on an even keel in the early days and helped pass the time in waiting rooms. Now I have been developing new classes and projects and trying to finish my classes. I also have put together a knitter's scavenger hunt for my guild's retreat at the end of the month.
My new projects have included learning a mobius cast on to do an infinity cowl/shawl for class in two ways. One way is to teach this technique. Another way is for me to wear it in the winter. I have also been binge-ing on charted crochet patterns I see offered on websites. I have worked a bunch of flowers, saved a slew more to my computer, used a few in classes, and am halfway done with a purse from a charted pattern.
I have also developed a short row class complete with a round dishcloth. I am in the middle of developing a double knitting class. A hot pad will be the project for that. Also in the works will be a machine knit workshop for winter, tapestry crochet, intarsia knitting, and more.
Stay tuned for more information and pictures.
My new projects have included learning a mobius cast on to do an infinity cowl/shawl for class in two ways. One way is to teach this technique. Another way is for me to wear it in the winter. I have also been binge-ing on charted crochet patterns I see offered on websites. I have worked a bunch of flowers, saved a slew more to my computer, used a few in classes, and am halfway done with a purse from a charted pattern.
I have also developed a short row class complete with a round dishcloth. I am in the middle of developing a double knitting class. A hot pad will be the project for that. Also in the works will be a machine knit workshop for winter, tapestry crochet, intarsia knitting, and more.
Stay tuned for more information and pictures.
Sunday, February 10, 2013
New Schedules and some time off
In an effort to have sufficient time for everything coming up, one son with his fiance is coming for a visit around Easter. The same son is graduating and getting married in the month for weddings. I also wanted to make sure I had enough classes scheduled for everyone to be happy and get what they need.
Here are my classes thru the end of July. I don't want to think of August or the last third of the year just yet.
Beginner Knit Classes which are held Thursday nights unless otherwise noted are first.
Here are my classes thru the end of July. I don't want to think of August or the last third of the year just yet.
Beginner Knit Classes which are held Thursday nights unless otherwise noted are first.
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Knit Stitch Class All Classes are 6 –
8:30 pm
February 28
April 4
April 6 (Saturday 9 – 11:30 am)
May 2
May 30
July 25
Discover Purl
Stitch Class All Classes are 6 – 8:30
pm
March 7
April 11
April 13 (Saturday 9 – 11:30 am)
May 9
June 6
July 5
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Pattern Stitches Class All Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
February 14
March 14
April 18
April 20 (Saturday 9 – 11:30 am)
May 16
June 27
July 6 (Saturday 9 – 11:30am)
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Cables Class All Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
February 21
March 21
April 25
April 27 (Saturday 9 – 11:30 am)
May 23
June 7
Beginner Crochet classes are next up. These are held every Monday night unless otherwise noted.
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Single Crochet All
Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
March 11
April 1
April 29
June 24
July 23
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the Tall Stitches of Crochet All
Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
February 11
March 11
April 8
May 6
June 3
July 29
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Granny Squares All
Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
February 18
March 18
April 22
May 13
June 10
July 31
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Textured Stitches All
Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
February 25
April 22
May 20
June 5
Advanced Knit classes are held Friday nights unless otherwise noted.
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Baby Knits Class All Classes are 6 –
8:30 pm
Kimono March 1
Blanket & Booties April 5
Kimono May 3
Blanket & Booties May 31
Kimono July 26
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Mitered Knitting Class All Classes are
6 – 8:30 pm
March 8
April 12
May 10
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Fair Isle Class/Learn to Fair Isle All
Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
February 15
March 15
April 19
May 17
June 28
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Time To Knit Classes All Classes are 6
– 8:30 pm
March 22 Socks Toe Up
April 26 Double Knitting
May 24 Socks Top Down
Advanced Crochet classes are the final classes scheduled.
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Baby Crochet Class All Classes are 6
– 8:30 pm
Rattle March 6
Hooded Blanket April 3
Rattle May 1
Hooded Blanket May 29
Rattle July 24
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Throws and Wraps in Crochet Class All
Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
Lace Openwork Wrap February 13
One Piece Granny Throw March 13
Lace Openwork Wrap April 10
One Piece Granny Afghan May 8
Lace Openwork Wrap June 26
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Crochet Gifts Class All Classes are
6 – 8:30 pm
February 20
March 20
April 17
May 15
Discover Time to Crochet Classes All Classes are 6 – 8:30 pm
February 27 Tapestry Crochet
March 2 Knook
April 24 Broomstick Lace
May
22 Afghan Patterns
The last thing to note are yarn nights.
Yarn Nights are
times for you to get a question answered about a stitch, yarn or pattern
question that doesn’t require a full class.
You can also sit and stitch with me at this time. Times are 6 – 8:30 pm unless otherwise noted.
February 26
March 19
April 23
May 21
June 1 (Saturday, 1 – 4 pm)
July 30
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