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March 1, 2011
My daughter; a knitter in the making!
Yesterday, I came into the room to find my daughter Clover pretending to knit on a Sheep(ish) project for an upcoming issue of Crafts & Things Magazine. What do you think, do we have a future knitter-in-the-making? *sniff, sniff*Stitch.Rock.Love,VickieP.S. I apologize for the ear-piercing decibal of my voice in the vid. The cuteness apparently interferes with my vocals. ;-)
February 22, 2011
What's Your WIP?
It's been a (looooong) while since I've shared a WIP--but hey, no time like the present, right? I'm currently working on a simple, crocheted scarf using a double-strand of Sheep(ish) in colors, Magenta(ish) and Plum(ish). I have an unnatural love for how these two colors are working together! What are you knitting or crocheting, right now? Show me your WIPs! ;-)Stitch.Rock.Love,VickieFollow me on
February 21, 2011
Movie Monday: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
This week's festival o' knitwear comes courtesy of the kick-butt movie, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Completely original (and loads of fun), this flick softens the (many) blows with an abundance of knitwear!Ellen Wong as "Knives", Wearing an Extra-Long, Striped ScarfFingerless GloveMary Elizabeth Winsteadas "Ramona", Wearing a Stockinette Stitch, Cropped PulloverMichael Cera as "Scott", wearing
February 14, 2011
Movie Monday: It's Kind of a Funny Story
It's Kind of a Funny Story is actually, well, a great story. A confused teen checks himself into a psychiatric hospital, and finds his way through the eyes of the mentally astray. Oh, and thinking I wouldn't notice all of the knitwear onscreen--well, that's just crazy.Stockinette Stitch BeanieEmma Roberts as "Noelle", wearing a Cabled CardiganRibbed, Super-slouchy HatLauren Graham as "Lynn",
February 11, 2011
The Mothercraft Blog!
As a mother of 3 let's face it, much of my life revolves around parenthood. This subject is obviously, really important to me and so I'd love to start sharing more about it. I get however, that not all of my crafty readers, give a tangled yarn ball about funny kid quotes, unfortunate parenting moments, or stories from the motherhood trenches. So, in addition to the blog you're reading right now (
February 4, 2011
My New Yarn Line, Coming June 2011!
I'm thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of my new yarn line with Caron International, Stitch.Rock.Love! The first yarn in the line, Sheep(ish)--a wool blend--will hit Jo-Ann stores and Buy.Caron.com in June. I'm so excited!I've spent the last 8 months, working on fiber content, hand-picking each of the 21 colors, and designing garments for the launch (stay tuned in upcoming months for loads
My New Yarn Line, Coming May 2011!
I'm thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of my new yarn line with Caron International, Stitch.Rock.Love! The first yarn in the line, Sheep(ish)--a wool blend--will hit stores and online in May. I'm so excited!I've spent the last 8 months, working on fiber content, hand-picking each of the 21 colors, and designing garments for the launch (stay tuned in upcoming months for loads of free
January 18, 2011
LIVE...from VK Live!
This week, I'm headed off to the very first, Vogue Knitting Live conference. I'm really looking forward to it, especially because it's the first time ever that I'll be taking (not teaching) formal knitting classes. I can't wait! I've been wanting to soak up some knowledge from the brilliant, knitting master, Mari Lynn Patrick for years. Now's my chance, in one of her advanced design courses! I'll
January 10, 2011
Movie Monday: Greenberg
Greenberg serves up a plate of depression with a side of comedy and knitwear chaser. Here are a few shots of my fave part of the movie: the sweaters!Greta Gerwig as "Florence", wearing a comfy, Aran JacketBen Still as "Greenberg", wearing a Cabled Pullover "Florence" in a chunky, Bobbled CardiRecommended Knitting:Arusha Jacket, by Margret Wilson for NaturallyCaron.comIquitos Cable Sweater, by
January 5, 2011
Haiku Movie Reviews on Smells Like Screen Spirit!
Once upon a time, my husband (founder of Smells Like Screen Spirit) asked me if I wanted to write any movie reviews of his website. Then, my eye started to twitch at the thought of yet another project to delve into, that would require me to meet even more deadlines than I already have. I told him that the only commitment to movie reviewing I was willing to make, was at haiku length. And so it
