Stephen & Steven
In which I meet I hit a knitting goal and meet Steven Be and Stephen West, and even get to take a class from them! Cherry on top – I won a prize!
KnitFix Emergency Fix Keychain
Stitch savers are a convenient tool for fixing up dropped stitches, but not all are created equal. Now, KnitPicks offers a portable option.
StitchesWest on the Brain
StitchesWest is right around the corner, and I am excited!
Eucalan Wool Wash
This is a good go-to wash solution for working with woolens. As a no-rinse wash with a low soap-to-water ratio, this is absolutely worth consideration as your go-to wool wash.
The Year of the Sock
I expected 2016 to the Year of the Sweater, and instead I find myself deep in sock knitting instead.
Slap Your Llama Stitch Markers
These are good, general stitch markers for tracking which side of your work you are looking at, available at a highly cost-effective price.
Knitworthy
I love knitting gifts for my family and friends. I have a few tips for those who receive hand-knitted gifts to show that you are truly knitworthy.
Addi Turbo Circular Needles
While Addi Turbo circular needles are a more expensive needle than what you might find at your local craft store, they give value for the money spent. They are good if you are working with a “stickier” yarn, such as wool, that doesn’t necessarily slide smoothly over your needles. They don’t warp when knitting at a tight tension or doing fancier needlework, and I was really impressed by the join. The blunt tips are perfect for yarns that split easily.
Marathon Knitting
I know for most knitters, the holiday season is when Marathon Knitting sets in with a mad rush to get presents all ready on time. Not for this knitter! My Marathon Knitting season has been all of January, and it’s looking like it will be most of February as...
KnittersPride Lace Blocking Mats
I think that these are good blocking mats, and they are definitely step up from blocking on home surfaces. The quality of blocking is significantly improved, and I would invest in blocking mats before I invested in a yarn swift or a ball winder. That being said, if you tend to block multiple projects at once, or block larger projects, I think you are best served by purchasing two of these sets. That’s a heavier investment for some knitters, but I think your satisfaction with your finished objects will be worth the investment.