anything goes, really, but you may want to consider… When it comes to choosing the perfect colors for your Candy Stripe Egg (or any two-color knitting project), it can be helpful to consider some basic color theory principles. First, think about the mood you want to convey with your color choices. For instance, soft pastels …

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Indie Designers Gift-A-Long A pretty special make along is happening now on Ravelry, in the Indie Design Gift-A-Long group.  There are knit/crochet alongs in 8 different categories, loads of fun games and prizes to be won and more chatting than anyone can ever keep up with. I’ve already won a prize, in the Designers Alphabet …

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These crown decreases: the way they line up is so satisfying! How Do I work A “No Stitch” in my Knitting? Have you ever asked yourself, “Well, now what am I supposed to do?” when you come to a no stitch symbol in a knitting chart?  You are not alone!  It happens to most knitters …

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I’ve wanted to knit myself a Christmas countdown garland for years.  Last December, I decided to use my free Tiny Stocking pattern and my Asylum Fibers countdown mini skein set to finally make one. As it often happens, though, the holiday preparations got in the way of my countdown knitting, so I set the work-in-progress …

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Easter has long been my favorite holiday and I am glad to share a moment of mine with you. I walked the orchard with the dogs this morning as the sun was peeking over the trees. The light was that perfect spring morning gold, so uplifting to my heart. The birds were singing (still are, …

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