When I think of meditation, many things come to mind: mandalas, lotus flowers, sevenfold symmetry, nature, chakras and rainbows. They are all here in this cushion cover. You could also use the design on a bag, as in a workout … Continued
A little bit of sunshine is what we all hope for in life. I designed this vest in the middle of winter while dreaming of sunshine and fun times on the beach. I always have a skein of yarn and … Continued
Welcome to Thoughtful Soles Series by Lorraine Thompson, a zany collection of knitted sock patterns to tickle your funny bone every time you wear them. Wiggle Room is the second sock pattern in this series. You can get the first … Continued
What is it about knitting that feeds your soul? Is it the hypnotic rhythm of the yarn wrapping around the needle, forming each stitch? Is it the process of creating something from thin air or from a completely different form? … Continued
Over the last two issues, I have covered five ways to join yarns. In the first article, one of the joins I described was definitely not “grandma approved.” Grandma, who passed away in 1987, really had just two yarn joins … Continued
Knit up in Red Heart Baby Hugs yarn, this is a comfortable tunic for young girls. It can be dressed up or down! You'll say, 'my darling, indeed!' Read more in our Issue 46. Designed by Jodi Lewanda redheart.com
These fingerless gloves are knit in the bright colours of tropical lovebirds, sure to give you a warm glow as you wear them. The lower and upper edges are knit in simple feather stitch patterns, with a row of hearts … Continued
Allegra Sunset is a memory I have of my first cruise I was on from Basel to Amsterdam with my mom and friends just this past September. We enjoyed a wonderful time on the Cruise Ship Excellence Allegra and the … Continued
I’ve been knitting now for over 30 years and received my Knitting Accreditation Level 2 through the Canadian Guild of Knitters. I’m very thrilled to have my witty socks published in my Thoughtful Soles Series. I had a lot of … Continued
In the last issue (Summer 2017), I gave a photo step-by-step of two methods of joining yarn. The butt join is one that’s very commonly used, and the magic knot is one I included as an example – it’s not … Continued