Category Archives: Patterns

Mix-n-Match

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One of my favorite hobbies is mixing and matching. I collage in my free time. I cut magazines for pictures, colors, patterns, designs, etc. and paste everything together. With knitting, I play with colors all the time! Just mixing and matching, finding a project that would look great in this yarn. Or wait! How about this?  You should see me on those days! (Come in and ask me what patterns I like and what I would do and you’ll find a project for anything!)

Back to the subject, I love the Noni Bags and Jul handles. They are fun to match with Shepherd’s Wool and please my creative genes when I work! But I’m looking at all of our yarn and seeing, what would be a great purse color? Well, I love purple (and luckily my winter coat is purple), but most coats are neutral colors.

Short to say, I’m making my talent work for me! I’m making kits of the Noni, Shepherd’s wool, and Jul hardware to make a specific bag. Now, they’ll be selling on ebay, but we’ll also have them in the store in bags so you can see total price. We can also switch any colors out of the handles or wool. We want what you want! Use our coupon code: jul15 ! If you like any of the ones I put in pictures and would like it, give us a shout out, and we’ll save it for you! Start this Fall with style with your own Noni purse. – Tara

New from Noni

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Bettie Boop Bag

I always look forward to the new patterns from Nora Bellows aka Noni.  I think she is immensly talented.  She doesn’t dissapoint with her new bag patterns.  To the right is the The Bettie Boop Bag.  It is so flirty, girly, sexy, what with the bling in the middle of the flowers, not to mention the flowers themselves.  Doesn’t it just reek of femininity?  Very aptly named, I think.  We have the pattern, and all the hardware to complete the bag.  And of course, we have the Shepherd’s Wool that her samples are done in.  As she has done in the past, Nora has made the Bling Flower pattern available separately, so if you love the flowers, but the bag not so much, you can still get the flower pattern.  And if you love the Sparkle Rivets (the bling in the middle of the flowers) but have a totally different idea in mind, you can get those individually, as well.  They are available in four colors (pink, green, clear, and black) and two sizes (10mm and 7mm). 

Bedouin Bag

Also new from Noni Bags is the Bedouin Bag.  The ridges are simple to create, but sure do add to the visual appeal.   They give it kind of a scrunchy look without compromising the space in the bag.   Click on the link above to see the specs on the sizing, but trust me when I say that the biggest size is BIG!  As in, you could carry a small child in it big.  Now that’s my kind of bag.  I carry absolutely everything I might possible need if standed somewhere, whether that somewhere be the peaks of the Alps or the most remote part of the Saraha.  I am carrying a somewhat smaller bag right now and am busting at the seams- really, I cannot close the bag.  Maybe I should add this to my Rav queue?  

Happy Knitting, all! 

Free Pattern for Ty-Dy

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Mermaid Tee - 1734

The new patterns from Knit One, Crochet Too are in stock!  I am partial to the Mermaid Tee; I think it would be figure flattering for most body types, and I just like the way it looks.  You knit this swingy little tee in strips (ten for the body and three for each sleeve) and then join the strips using the three needle bind off technique.  Notice how that gives a little extra pop between the strips?  The thought of not having to seam is appealing to me as well.  See all the new Knit One, Crochet Too patterns by clicking on the link to Ty-Dy yarn below.

Now, to get to the real reason you are reading this post- the free pattern! 

Lucia Tee - Free Pattern!

The pattern is a sweet, feminine top called the Lucia Tee and is available with the purchase of Ty-Dy yarn.  It is knit in the round which is a bit unusual for Helene, and a nice treat for us.  I think it’s absolutely adorable.  It is a relatively simple knit, suitable for advanced beginners and should be quick enough to have done before summer really kicks in.  Interested?  Click on the pattern link above to find out how much yarn you will need; choose a color and place an order.  You will be offered the pattern for free during the check-out process.  We are working on re-stocking the yarn; if you wish to order a color that is low on stock please call us (1-800-426-5098 or 260-351-2260) and tell us what color you need and we’ll make sure we get enough to fill your order.  Just a little head’s up- Ty-Dy prices are going up in July!  That includes all members of the Ty-Dy family.  Anything you order before then will be filled at the current price, but please do make sure to get your order in soon.

Catching up

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Kudo – YUM!

I’m still playing catch-up from the two weeks I was gone in March, but I’m slowly getting there.  I thought maybe you would all like to know what’s new since I’ve been back.  Well, truth be told it’s been here for quite a while, but I’ve finally gotten it up and running for your knitting pleasure!  :-)

The pic you see to the left is Plymouth Kudo.  It is so scrumptious!  It’s a cotton/rayon/silk blend in oh, so pretty colors.  There is just enough silk to give it a bit of luxury, and I really like the look that the silk slubs provide.  It makes me want to knit a fun scarf (free with purchase!) to brighten up next winter.  I know… who wants to think about next winter when we are not so patiently waiting for this spring?  What can I say- I was a Girl Scout.  Think ahead and be prepared.  Which is, incidentally why I also have dental floss, a flashlight, and a tape measurer in my purse at all times.  One never knows…

Anyway, back to the point.  We also now have Vizions, and Grass, both from Plymouth as well.  It’s been a while since we’ve had a nice novelty yarn and Vizions fits the bill nicely.  It’s a rayon/linen blend in self striping colorways that I think would make a very pretty shawl.  Or why not try it with Jackie?  So cute!  Grass is (as the name implies) very natural looking; has a definite earthy feel about it.  It is a cotton/linen blend, very soft to the touch.  I’m thinking that I must make the Miley Tee.  In the Chambray colorway… or maybe the green.  If you click on the link for the yarn above, you will see all the colorways, as well as two patterns, one knit and one crochet for the Grass.

Let’s see.. what else have I checked in?  So many things… I’m just going to throw them out there: Zauberball and Zauberball Crazy, the new Creative Knitting, and the cutest little things going right now- Balloon Tying Creations Collections One, and Two.  We are temporarily out of them because Lea-Ann sold them all at the Spring Fling for machine knitters, but we will have them in stock again soon. I know there are some other yarns, but it’s the end of the day and my brain is refusing all prodding to remember what they are, so I’ll have to do a walk about and let you know what else is looking for a place in your stash.

Until then- happy knitting and think spring!

Short Row Pennants

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Knit One Crochet Too - Short Row Pennants

You know how sometimes you see a pattern and think “eh, it’s okay, but I’m not sure it’s for me” and then you see it done up and it completely changes your mind?  Happens to me all the time, and it happened again when Lyn brought in the Short Row Pennants cardigan from Knit One, Crochet Too, knit in Ty-Dy Wool color 1745 Grapes.  Lovely.  (I think I would probably lean towards Minerals or Stormy Seas, myself.)    The yoke is a K1,P1 rib and the bodice is comprised of 5 pennants. 

Short Row Pennants - Back

The sleeves also have 5 pennants, beginning at the wrist, topped off with a stockinette sleeve cap.   I really like how the few rows of garter stitch between the pennants provides just a bit of extra definition.  I especially like the back, as the pennants go across the entire piece. You can get the full effect, and the striping works well with the width of the pennants.  Doesn’t it look cool?  I can’t help but think that the design would be kind to one’s figure, what with the color play confusing the eye and all that. 

Lest you be thinking that you are done with wool for now, thank you anyway, we have two new colors of Ty-Dy Cotton. There are new patterns on the way, as well. Just in time for warmer weather.  We’ll let you know as soon as they arrive.

Bamboo Ewe

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Morning Frost Wrap

Remember in an earlier post when I said that I would like to try the Bamboo Ewe from Stitch Nation for Debbie Stoller?  I have casted on for the Morning Frost Shawl from the Stitch Nation- Collection 1 and have about 22″ done.  That’s almost 50% finished.  I tell you what, this is such an easy pattern it’s not funny.  Four row repeat, two of which are pearling, the other two are the same with the exception of the first few stitches.  I almost feel like I’m cheating it’s so simple.  And yet it is just lovely.

As for the yarn… it is a four ply, soft to the touch, has a soft sheen compliments of the bamboo, and from what I can tell will block out very nicely.  In short, I like it.  I am using colorway 5510, Beach Glass (which is what the book calls for) and the soft green/blue is so calming at the end of the day.  Another + for Red Heart.

Gardening at Night Bag

I want to tell you just a bit more about the book, as well.  It’s got 13 projects in it- two of which are crochet.  There are two sweaters, and a car coat that I really like, in addition to the shawl.  If I knew how to crochet I would already be making the Gardening at Night crochet bag because it is cute, cute, cute!  Mind you, there are no mind-blowing new techniques, but that is not what this little book is all about.  It has very do-able projects using simple lace, cables, and Fair Isle- all rated “Intermediate”.  I would consider this a good next step type of book for someone looking for everyday type of knits.  All in all, this is not a bad deal for $4.99.

Backorders are in!

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We’ve been anxiously awaiting the Nashua Creative Focus Chunky, 2132 Camel , as it is featured on the cover of Knitting Today! Magazine Jan/Feb 2011 issue, and it’s finally here!  The project that calls for it is the Camel Cape; I am completely enamoured with it.  I like the toggle closures and the cozy collar, and I think they did a good job matching the yarn to the project.  The wool/alpaca blend of the CF Chunky is perfect for this sort of thing- relaxed and snuggly warm.  The only thing I would change (or slightly modify, really) is that (for me) there is never, ever to be any sort of gap at the front of the cape.  Ideally, the sides should overlap a bit so as to shut out any sort of tiny breeze.  I know, I know- why not just knit a poncho then?  Have I mentioned my ever growing list of UFO’s lately?  Yep, there is a poncho lurking somewhere in the depths of UFOland.  Wonder where that is…..

Keep warm be merry!

I love lace …

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And, yes, I admit it….

This pattern, The Traveling Shawl/Scarf, has been in my personal queue for at least a year, I think. I wanted to do it in Jojoland Melody Superwash,  but have some other projects earmarked for that lovely yarn plus I already did the “in the pink”.  Here’s the link to that pattern.  So, when the dream club  cashmere arrived, I just knew what it was destined to become.

I started my day with six rows of beautiful, repetitive, restorative knitting and a couple cups of coffee. Now I can go to work!

P.s. If anyone has a skein of this yarn they don’t want, let me know or I’ll only have half a shawl to wear cause dummy me, I didn’t cast on for the scarf size!

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Its a knitting weekend!

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Today I worked on my Dianna Entrelac shawl a little bit — I think I’m going to scrap it and try one from the Entre to Entrelac book.

Also worked on the Ribby Cardi a little bit — going to have to redo the front that I did already.  Tara would like me to get this done so she can wear it for fall leave senior pictures.  Don’t.think.that.will.happen!

Worked on my Insouciant sock a bit.  Need to have this ready to cut open at the next class Saturday.

Worked on the new website design and chat group a little bit.  Have a long way to go.

Worked on the Travelling Woman’s Shawl using Dream Club cashmere — LOVELY!  But had to restart because my cast on count was off.

Busy, busy the next couple of nights and days … Sweater Night is for anyone who has a sweater project purchased from Knitting Today. We work on gauge, fit, modifications, stitches, seaming, and whatever else we need to do (sometimes rippit??) to get those sweaters finished! No charge but it is nice to know in advance who is coming and what point they are working on so I’m prepared mentally to multi-task :-) .

UFO night is when we all gather and work on whatever project we want to get finished. Sometimes it is something that has been stuck in a closet for twenty years, and sometimes we start something new. I usually try and hand out some door prizes for various surprise contests throughout the night. Sometimes I’ll plan special theme nights or events, but this Friday is all about the UFO (it might even be the finished up of the sweater that needs seamed on Thursday night!).

Saturday morning at 10 is the continuation of the Freedom fair Isle hat that Nancy has been teaching. It is the two-handed fair isle method and also teaches chart reading.

Saturday afternoon at 1 is the continuation of the Insouciant Sock class. Anyone who purchased the book from Knitting Today is entitled to this free class and we have many who are coming back to do another sock from the book. pre-registration is requested, but it is not necessary to have attended the other classes for this particular sock.

Happy knitting every one!!