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May 10, 2012
From me to you: Ultimate Sweat Machine Tips!
Stop! Wait! Don't drop that Ultimate Sweater Machine off at the thrift store. I know learning a new tool can be frustrating, but I'm here for you. I promise.
I'm a professional hand-knitter, but still relatively new to using a knitting machine. Using the Ultimate Sweater machine however, became crucial last fall as more and more companies began commissioning large, yarn-bombed pieces from me
I'm a professional hand-knitter, but still relatively new to using a knitting machine. Using the Ultimate Sweater machine however, became crucial last fall as more and more companies began commissioning large, yarn-bombed pieces from me
April 23, 2012
Photo Recap: Knit Simple Wrap KAL
Literary Ladybug's, Jessica Kline's and Chai Mama's supplies ready to go!
Last week we wrapped up (har, har, har) the triangle shawl Stitch.Rock.Knit-along, and at the risk of being redundant I'd just like to say again how much I dig these virtual get-togethers! As a working mom of three kids, getting to hang out with fellow knitters working on a common goal -- but on my own time and
Last week we wrapped up (har, har, har) the triangle shawl Stitch.Rock.Knit-along, and at the risk of being redundant I'd just like to say again how much I dig these virtual get-togethers! As a working mom of three kids, getting to hang out with fellow knitters working on a common goal -- but on my own time and
April 19, 2012
Pictures from the Spinrite Factory
Greetings from Toronto! I'm about to get on a plane to head back to the states, but I thought I'd pop by the blogosphere to share a few snapshots I took while on a tour of the Spinrite yarn factory in Listowel, Ontario.
For those of you who don't know, Spinrite is the new(ish) parent company of Caron. They also own Patons, Bernat, Lily and Phentex; all lines produced at their mill. The Caron
For those of you who don't know, Spinrite is the new(ish) parent company of Caron. They also own Patons, Bernat, Lily and Phentex; all lines produced at their mill. The Caron
April 2, 2012
Stich.Rock.Knit-along: Shawl We? Wrap!
Join me next week on Facebook and Ravelry for the first official, Knit Simple Stitch.Rock.Knit-along! This time around we'll be making the triangle shawl from my column in the Spring '12 issue.
If you've never knitted a shawl from the center neck out, this is a great project to learn the technique on. We'll be using basic garter stitch for the "body", along with yarn-overs to increase
If you've never knitted a shawl from the center neck out, this is a great project to learn the technique on. We'll be using basic garter stitch for the "body", along with yarn-overs to increase
March 28, 2012
New Sheep(ish) Pattern: Candy Bunny!
Looking for a last-minute, Easter basket gift to make for your sweeties? Well then, try the Candy Bunny pattern. Cute, cuddly, and can be crocheted in just a couple of evenings. Hoppy Spring!
Materials
1 Ball Vickie Howell for Caron Sheep (ish) (30% wool/70% acrylic; 167 yds/ 153 m), in color: #0007 Hot Pink(ish)
Size US H/8 hook
Tapestry needle
Scrap of contrasting yarn for
Materials
1 Ball Vickie Howell for Caron Sheep (ish) (30% wool/70% acrylic; 167 yds/ 153 m), in color: #0007 Hot Pink(ish)
Size US H/8 hook
Tapestry needle
Scrap of contrasting yarn for
March 27, 2012
Stitch.Rock.Crochet-along Photo Recap!
L-R Noelle Corcoran (via FB), "Low Budget" (via Ravelry), "Mama Karen" (via Ravelry), "Mehere7" (via Ravelry), "Art Like Bread" (via Ravelry)
Last weekend was the first, Stitch.Rock.Crochet-along in what I plan on being a series. The project, a quick one that's perfect for the season: Springtime Scarf. I really enjoyed seeing everyone's progression, as well as getting to feel like I still
Last weekend was the first, Stitch.Rock.Crochet-along in what I plan on being a series. The project, a quick one that's perfect for the season: Springtime Scarf. I really enjoyed seeing everyone's progression, as well as getting to feel like I still
March 21, 2012
From the Archives: Interview with Isaac Mizrahi
In honor of tomorrow night's Project Runway All Stars season finale, I thought I'd post my 2006 interview with one of the show's judges, designer Isaac Mizrahi. This article was one of a series of celebrity-based pieces I wrote for the now out-of-print, Knit.1 Magazine. Enjoy! xo, Vickie
P.S. Good luck, Mondo!
P.S. Good luck, Mondo!
March 20, 2012
Pop Color Trend: Bright Pink + CAL!
Bright pink is one of those rare colors that depending on how it's used can be either girlie and goodie-goodie, or totally punk rock. I love it for that! It also happens to be one of the pop colors trending right now, and thusly deserves a round-up. Here are just a few, great pieces in the palette. You can keep up to date with more blushing finds though, on my Pop Color Trend: Bright Pink
March 19, 2012
About.com Reader's Choice Awards!
Hey, all. I'm super honored to be nominated for an About.com Reader's Choice Award for Favorite Knitwear Designer. There are only 2 more days to vote (as often as you see fit), and I'd be very grateful if you'd take a moment to show your support. VOTE HERE.
Thank you so much!
xx,
Vickie
Thank you so much!
xx,
Vickie
March 16, 2012
Handmade for the Home
Source: Uploaded by user via Vickie on Pinterest
Sometimes thinking about how to create handmade items and incorporate them into the home can be a bit overwhelming. After all, not everyone has time to knit cotton rugs for all of the bathrooms, or crochet an afghan to drape over the couch. Still though, DIY decor items bring a personalized warmth to any dwelling. So what's a busy stitcher
Sometimes thinking about how to create handmade items and incorporate them into the home can be a bit overwhelming. After all, not everyone has time to knit cotton rugs for all of the bathrooms, or crochet an afghan to drape over the couch. Still though, DIY decor items bring a personalized warmth to any dwelling. So what's a busy stitcher
