I'm back with my second Knit for Victory project! Today is the last day of the challenge, can you believe it? It was actually a fluke that this project was finished before KFV wrapped up. All last week I was sick, and as I was starting to feel better, I started knitting up Andi Satterlund's Hetty cardigan. By the weekend it became apparent I was going to be able to finish it in time, so just under the buzzer I suddenly ... Read more »
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My Knit for Victory green bolero
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 »
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 »