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Category Archives: Knitting

Bendy Bootees – Bootees with Knees

Bendy Bootees – Bootees

These bootees are an adaptation of an old pattern for “bootees with knees” – bootees that come up over a baby’s knees. Originally they were made to protect baby from drafts caused by the nightgowns babies used to wear. These days, the moms that have received them report that they protect little knees when the […]

You’ve Got to Move It, Move It Knitted Tie

You’ve Got to Move It, Move It Knitted Tie 2
[columns] [span4] [/span4][span8] [/span8][/columns] This knitted tie has both a certain charm and a sense of humour. Inspired by some left over variegated yarn, I thought a knitted tie would tie in perfectly in a winter issue. As I was knitting it up, it quickly occurred to me how it looked so much like the […]

The Dragon’s Tail Knitted Scarf

Dragon’s Tail Scarf
[columns] [span4] [/span4][span8] [/span8][/columns] Who doesn’t like a knitted scarf? When I knit something for someone, I want to make sure that the pattern I choose for them reflects their personality. I couldn’t imagine knitting the item without knowing what their favourite colour is either. In 2011 I decided to make a scarf for each […]

Modern Table Topper & Winter Rose Tea Cozy

Winter Rose Tea Cozy
[columns] [span4] [/span4][span8] [/span8][/columns] A Dynamic Duo! For whatever reason, sometimes you need one of those projects that are fast and easy. Just because it’s a fast project to make, it doesn’t have to be plain and boring. Here’s a table runner that is elegant, modern, and has an element of interest. It can be […]

Purple in Winter Wonderland

Purple in Winter Wonderland - front view
[columns] [span4] [/span4][span8] [/span8][/columns] This pattern can be made in either sock/ fingering/ light weight yarn or lace weight yarn. A lace yarn will produce a looser, more open tension than light/ sock yarn. The panels have little or no ease; they are designed to stretch to fit the shape of your figure. Read more […]