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KNIT ALONG || SUMMER SWEATER KNIT ALONG GIVEAWAY!!!

It's finally time for our Summer Sweater Knit Along Giveaway!!!! I'm so happy to finally show you all the gorgeous prizes our supportive sponsors have for you all! Yay!!I'm freaking out!!! I can't wait to see who our winners will be!They play such a big role in keeping our KAL's going please take the time to visit their shops and show them some love!

And thank you for all knitting along with me! Next week is our Starring You post and seriously - so many amazing projects you guys made this yea...

NEW BOOK || WITHIN: KNITTING PATTERNS TO WARM THE SOUL

It's here - today is the day! Yay! Within: Knitting Patterns to Warm the Soul is now available!I'm beyond excited and literally cannot wait for you all to see the new book! This book holds such a special place in my heart and I really hope you will all enjoy our newest collection as much as we do. Over the next few weeks we'll be sharing more about Within and the patterns that are in it and the stories/inspirations behind them. I cannot wait to see what lovelies you cast on and to hear your t...

NEW PATTERNS || COMPASS SHAWL & RIVERS WRAP

Earlier this year I had the pleasure of being part of a brand new collection releasing today for Hinterland called Hinterland Straits! I used Hinterland Range,a lofty worsted weight,for both of my patterns - Compass Shawl and Rivers Wrap. I found Range so inspiring to work with and really enjoyed designing and knitting both of these cozy and versatile accessories. I hope you enjoy each of these pieces as much as I do.

HINTERLAND STRAITS COLLECTION - Compass Shawl & Rivers Wrap

Both of these n...

EVENT || KNIT CITY 2016!

IT'S K NIT CITY TIME!

Can you believe this weekend will be the 5th anniversary of Knit City?! So much awesomeness packed into those 5 fabulous years!

Join us at Knit City at the PNE in Vancouver, BC on Oct. 2 & 3rd for lots of fun! We are Booth #207 (I'll be there with Jane Richmond again this year).

We'll both have our pretty pattern lines for sale, as well as all of our books will be there too (Within too)! We will also have lots & lots of yummy samples for you to try on too!

So don't be shy...

COMING SOON || WITHIN: KNITTING PATTERNS TO WARM THE SOUL!

Oh my gosh you guys!!!! I've been waiting for this day so long! I'm so beyond excited to give you a sneak peek of our newest book "WITHIN: Knitting Patterns to Warm the Soul", by myself and Jane Richmond - coming October 5th!!!! EEEEEEEK!!!! I hope you all will love it as much as we do. I poured my heart and soul into this one and we're so happy with how this lovely collection turned out!

HERE'S SOME INFO ABOUT WITHIN....

"Within is the newest collection by designers Jane Richmond and Shann...

SEWING || OBSERVER FABRIC TOUR - PETAL POUCHES

I love zippered pouches. I simply can't seem to have enough of them. So when I got asked to join in the Observer Fabric Tour by my lovely and oh, so talented friend April Rhodes, I knew I had to sew up Anna Graham's (of Noodlehead) new pattern for her Petal Pouches. First off, I'm absolutely 100% obsessed with April's new fabric line Observer. I always love her lines but oh boy does this one hit home for me. It's absolutely stunning! I sincerely love each print. And the fact that's it's Art G...

KNIT ALONG || SSKAL16 EXTENSION POLL

Our Summer Sweater Knit Along will soon be coming to a close.......but it doesn't have to :) It's time for our Extension Poll!! Choose below if you're ready to show off your handmades, extend by a week, or go for another 2 weeks! It's up to you!I'll announce the results tomorrow in our Ravelry Group so keep an eye out if you are in need of more knitting time.

Image via KatColorado2'sSilversmith Hoodie

In the meantime....seriously....I'm so in awe of all your talent! There are some seriousl...

FREE PATTERNS || POCKET POTHOLDERS FREE SEWING PATTERN!

Over the last few months our first home underwent a kitchen reno. It's been a fun, sometimes stressful and very educational experience...lol. If you've ever renovated I'm sure you know what I mean. While l I haven't yet shared the finished renovation on the blog yet (I plan to in Sept) I have been having a wonderful time sourcing accessories & decor items for our main floor. So when I got an email from my awesomely talented and sweet friend Dana of MADE EVERYDAY to join in on her Boardwalk De...

GIVEAWAY & BOOK REVIEW || RUGGED KNITS BY ANDREA RANGEL

Last week I had my friend and talented designer -Andrea Rangel on the blog with her great guest post on colorwork (see it here)and today I'm super thrilled to review & giveaway her brand new book "Rugged Knits: 24 Practical Projects for Everyday Living"! I'm so beyond proud and thrilled for her (both as a friend and a colleague)! This book speaks so true to Andrea's personal sense of style - the knits are functional, yet they are beautiful with thoughtful details. If you know Andrea, you know...