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Knitting rocks! Literally.

Me with Kelley & Clover at the Hill Country Weavers' garage, watching Schmillion play.




I knew my friend (The Breeders co-front woman & former Knitty Gritty guest) Kelley Deal was going to be in Austin for the SXSW music festival, but I wasn't sure when or if I'd get to see her. Since the SXSW film festival runs simultaneously -- and thusly I am for the time being a single mom of 3 (while my

And the winners of Margot Potter book are...

Dora from California (posted on 3/8)



AND



Enid B (posted 2/28)

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You'll then, soon be the proud owners of New Dimensions in Bead & Wire Jewelry -- congrats!

xx,
Vic

1-Ball Springtime Scarf + Crochet-Along!

Just because warmer weather is on the horizon doesn't mean it's time to pack up your crochet supplies. No way, man! Working on light and open pieces will keep you happily hooking throughout the hotter months. To kick off the season, I designed the Springtime Scarf -- a Sheep(ish), 1-ball project that'll bring some pop to wardrobe and add a "Spring" to your step! 



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New Sheep(ish) Pattern on CRAFT: Peeps-a-Boo Bag!

I believe a gal should have a purse for every occasion, even if she isn't quite old enough to need to carry one. With spring in the air and Easter on the horizon, every little lass needs a cute carry-all! Inspired by those marshmallow bunnies, the Peeps-a-Boo Bag uses simple granny squares to form a rabbit motif. It's sweet and easy, and makes for the perfect egg-hunt companion.

Home Hooking: Amigurumi Tree for Interweave Crochet!

I'm happy to announce my new column for Interweave Crochet: Home Hooking! In each article, I'll share personal anecdotes, suggest tips, and bring you a quick, easy, and absolutely doable project designed to bring a little yarn-y goodness into your family's life.  It might be a small object to add to your home, a project to make with or for your children, or a sweet something to brighten

Color Trend: Coral + New Sheep(ish) Pattern!

With Spring on the horizon, I'm diving right in to the current pop color trend. Of course, considering the palette of my yarn line, Sheep(ish), it's not really as much as a trend for me as it it just reveling in what I already love -- bold, saturated color is right up my alley! 



Over the coming weeks, I'll be focusing on several pop colors sharing with you inspiration boards, as well as

Great Craft Books to Check Out+Giveaway!

The craziness (read: workload) from last year's Vickie Howell for Caron Sheep(ish) launch along with writing my 7th book, sort of hi-jacked my work life for the past 9 months. In the meantime, piles of great books from other designers have graced my desk and albeit late, there are a few I'd love to introduce (re-introduce?) you to. Here goes!






Stencil 201, by Ed Roth (Chronicle Books)

New Sheep(ish) Pattern: My Guy Hat

Shown in colors: Grey(ish), Gun Metal(ish) and Red(ish)











My Guy Hat



Slouchy Beanie







When designing for guys, I always say simple is best. That's why I love plain ol' beanies. They're a great way for a dude to show a little style without really having to commit to anything crazy. If you go with a stockinette look, I can pretty much guarantee that your man will wear it.

Happy Valentines Day!

Happy Valentines Day!









xoxo, Vickie

New Pattern: Bestie Scarf for V-Day!

Noelle, modeling her Bestie scarf in color: Hot Pink(ish)





Bestie

Triple-crochet infinity scarf for thrice the love!



My friend Noelle is new to crochet, so I was beyond thrilled when she showed up to our dinner date one night sporting a Sheep(ish) infinity scarf that she'd whipped after teaching herself the triple crochet stitch. It makes a bestie proud! I'd never seen her in hot pink