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…
I know the weather is getting warmer and a lot of knitters are thinking about putting the needles away for a season, but you don’t have to! I’ve compiled at least 4 tips for knitting through the summer while still managing to dodge heat stroke. Carefully picking your projects and…
On a hot day, no one wants anything more than a cold drink, so keep it cold with a hand knit drink cozy. Red Heart’s With Love yarn comes in all sorts of fun summery colors to complement any deck set. Materials 1 Ball of Red Heart With Love yarn…