Folks, Knit for Victory has been fantastic, and today I'm happy to share the first of my two finished projects for the knit-along challenge. (Reminder, Friday is the deadline!) You may recall from my bolero inspiration post that I had to change my original knitting plans as my shoulder hasn't been allowing me to knit stranded projects. So I designed something I really wanted in my wardrobe: a little green ... Read more »
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My 2013 sewing and knitting in review
While I've barely had time to even think about blogging in the last few weeks, I didn't want to see 2013 draw to a close without doing a roundup of my sewing and knitting projects from the year. I did one last year, and it was interesting reading the goals I set for myself this year, some of which I accomplished (namely, focusing on separates, as you'll see). I think the best part of what I accomplished this year was ... Read more »
Victory yarn kit and discounts!
I'm very pleased to share a special promotion today, in collaboration with Susan Crawford. If you're a fan of modern vintage knitting, then without a doubt you know UK knitwear designer Susan Crawford. As you also may know, Susan has a gorgeous line of yarn produced with John Arbon, called Excelana. Excelana is available in fingering weight / 4 ply as well as DK weight. In fact, for Wovember, you can read more ... Read more »
Accessories inspirations: Knit for Victory
Friends, the last week has been a whirlwind for me! I can't thank you all enough for all of the wonderful support on my first pattern release, Victory. Wonderful doesn't even begin to cover it. I'm seriously overwhelmed by the reception. :) Of course, there's not just the pattern release—there's the Knit for Victory knit-along launch. Yes! I'm so excited how many people are interested in the knit-along and have been ... Read more »
Debut knitting pattern release: Victory
It's with a lot of nervousness and excitement that I announce today is the release of my first knitting pattern! Model: Rochelle New / Photographer: William Waldon The pattern is Victory, and inspired by Fair Isle tams of the 1940s. Cleverly tucked in among traditional motifs, you’ll find the V sign and Morse code used in the WWII-era "V for Victory" campaign. Vintage Fair Isle patterns often called for using ... Read more »
Knit for Victory: a 1940s-inspired knit-along
Get your knitting needles ready for Knit for Victory! Knit for Victory: a 1940s-inspired knit-along What is it? Knit for Victory is a non-competitive vintage knitting challenge. Finish a large project, try your hand at something new-to-you like Fair Isle or knitting your first sweater, work on multiple projects...the challenge is what you make of it! Who can join? Everyone! Come one, come all. All skill levels ... Read more »