Luxurious Facecloths
The theme of this issue is spring cleaning. When we were setting projects for this issue, we set out to do a trio of dishcloths in a double knitting or sport weight yarn. During the design process we discovered that … Continued
The Many Ways of Measuring Yarn
Knit Together with Cynthia MacDougall A beginning knitter recently observed that the yarn for one of her knitting patterns was listed in yards and grams. She observed that these are two different methods of measurement and she asked me, “How … Continued
Corset Fabulous
I was approached in February 2010 to take part in Corsets: Fabulous Fashion Accessories*, a fashion show held at the Fall 2010 CreativFestival in Toronto, Ontario. Over the years as a Costume Builder, I have sewn many corsets. The corset … Continued
Rosie Sweater and Hat Set
B’Ann Finlay has been knitting as long as she can remember. Her mother, a spinner and weaver and artist of many mediums, taught her to knit at a very young age to keep her busy and out of her paints. … Continued
Springtime Legs
In the spring, everyone, Canadians especially, quickly don their capris and shorts. But the weather can still be cool. Knee highs allow us to take full advantage of the sun, and still protect against that chill. The side lace panels … Continued
Busting Clothes Moth Myths
Knit Together with Cynthia MacDougall Decades ago, when spring cleaning was an all-out ritual, housewives would wash all the winter woollies. Then they would wash down all the cupboards before replacing the winter garments. Woollen rugs were draped over the … Continued
Knitted Wire Napkin Rings
These stunning table accessories are surprisingly fast and easy to make. No special knitting skills are needed – just casting on and off, and the knit stitch. The wire is easily found at your local craft or beading shop. “Artistic” … Continued
Felted Clothes Pin Bag
Spring is a time for chasing off the doldrums of winter and becoming a hive of activity. It is no wonder that it is the season that we so closely associate with throwing open windows to let the sun shine … Continued
Reversible Oven Mitt
Wool is a naturally flame-retardant fibre which makes it safer to have in the kitchen than many other fibres. Historically, woolen blankets were dampened and used to smother small fires. These oven mitts are fulled after they are completed. Often … Continued
Lined Tea Cozy
Cynthia made the bargello needlepoint in the photo on the right several decades ago. The Lined Tea Cozy and the Reversible Oven Mitt were inspired by this piece that is still displayed in her livingroom today. Read more in our … Continued