Last year, I knit my first Marie Wallin pattern and I was instantly hooked on her designs. They are fun, challenging, and have a timeless quality to them. I’ve been itching to get started on another ever since finishing Bressay. Marie’s book “Cherish” is a collection of her previously released designs knit in her BritishContinue reading “WIP Wednesday – Rian”
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Exploits Valley Hap
I’m over-the-moon excited to share some photos of my latest finished project …. My Exploits Valley Hap. The pattern is written by the super talented Jennifer Beale and it was an absolute delight to knit. It has lots of lace but the charts are intuitive and the main motifs are easily memorized. The colorwork bandsContinue reading “Exploits Valley Hap”
Maker’s Dozen in 2022
In January of 2022, I saw an Instagram post by @Hadabashery suggesting a MAL called the Maker’s Dozen. The guidelines were simple …. Use existing stash to complete 12 projects throughout the year and/or finishing long neglected WIPs. Sounds like a great plan, right? In my case, it was a huge success. I ended upContinue reading “Maker’s Dozen in 2022”
How To Spin For A Sweater
As a handspinner and knitter, I’m frequently asked how to spin for a sweater and my response is usually, “It depends….” A clear and concise answer? No. A truthful answer? Yes. Many factors need to be considered when spinning for a sweater, not the least of which are choosing how much wool you need toContinue reading “How To Spin For A Sweater”
Sweaters, Socks, and Spinning
Even though it is now officially Spring, I still want to keep on knitting all the cozy knits. I’ve been seeing swoon worthy sweaters, adorable socks, and luscious fibres on podcasts and Instagram and I can’t help but feel completely inspired. My to-knit list is becoming quite long indeed! I have a few sweater WIPsContinue reading “Sweaters, Socks, and Spinning”
Sand And Sky Creations 