When I first started knitting my tension was so tight all my garments could be considered bullet proof; some could even stand on their own. It wasn’t very long before my wrists started hurting; it was a repetitive stress injury. Rest, ice and time away from knitting helped, but it…
How to revamp a pincushion Doing some research about pincushions, I came across the technique of putting pins into a bar of soap. Not being an avid seamstress, I had never heard of this practice. My mother, an enthusiastic quilter, confirmed that sticking your pins into a bar of soap…
Sophisticated Table Top Embellishments This pattern for a linen stitch place mat and coaster are the one detail that really sets a tone for your dinner party. With the appearance of a woven fabric these place settings really add a touch of class to your dining room. Coaster Materials 1…
Red Heart’s Cordial yarn was originally designed with macramé in mind. This yarn has more of a ropey appearance and not a whole lot of stretch, which is ideal for some projects, but does take a bit of special care when you’re knitting with it. Here are 3 tips for…