Last week I picked up a Christmas edition of a Cross Stitch magazine and despite the fact that there is…
Knitting speed – the results
It has been a month since I ran a bit of a challenge to get an idea of the range…
Paris – the yarn addict view
The adventures of a yarn tourist in central Paris – spoiled for choice!
Needles for socks
Thoughts on needles for socks – Knitpro, Addi, HiyaHiya, Chaiogoo, Neko in multiple options including DPNs, circulars, and trios.
How fast can you knit? The survey challenge…
Wondering how fast you knit compared with other knitters – we are on a mission to find out about what the range of knitting speeds is…
Charity prem singlet – from flat to in the round
A simple prem singlet by Natalie Simpson with a minor modification so that it can be knitted in the round.
Travelling with knitting
For those of us who travel frequently with knitting on planes, the frequent questions about whether you are “allowed to do that” can get a bit repititive – I’ve collected the aviation security links to make it easier for you to feel confident you can.
The right needle (part two)
Considering the benefits of Interchangeables versus fixed circulars, buying interchangeables, bamboo needles – Clover Takumi, Pony, Kinki Amibari, wood needles – Addi Olive and Lykke and more
Refreshing a pattern for today’s knitters
The simple doll’s coat pattern in this post has two purposes – showing you how to reduce seams in a vintage pattern, and a great beginner knitters project.
The right tool (needle) for the job.
The characteristics of a good knitting needle, thinking about quality and wear, review Knitpro, Pony Rosewood, Chaiogoos and Denise interchangeables.
