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New pattern: Octopus' Garden

Posted on May 14, 2010

Designed for the Socks Revived Contest hosted by Elinor of Exercise Before Knitting. Even though real octopi don’t collect shiny objects, the imagery in this song has stayed with me. The lyrics (and various Muppet versions) combined with the happy, … Continue reading →

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Starlight, Starbright

Posted on May 3, 2010

Long time, no patterns.  Never fear- here’s a new sock pattern perfect for summer knitting. Sometimes I just can’t make up my mind about what I feel like knitting.  For this pair of socks I couldn’t decide if I wanted … Continue reading →

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Spud Says: Knit Henry's Sweater :-)

Posted on March 19, 2010

Henry’s Sweater is featured along with some other great kid’s knits  in today’s blog post on Spud Says.  Go check it out!

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Petite Purls- Henry's Sweater

Posted on March 16, 2010

I can finally reveal one of my biggest super-secret projects. Say “hi” to Henry’s Sweater: It’s from the latest edition of Petite Purls, an online magazine devoted specifically to children’s knits. I started the design process shortly after Thanksgiving and … Continue reading →

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something's coming, something good

Posted on March 14, 2010

Hopefully by this time tomorrow, I’ll have something very exciting to share with you. Here’s a preview:

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Help for Haiti

Posted on January 16, 2010

From now until Jan 31st, 100% of the profits from my Paul and Virginia pattern will be donated to help those in Haiti.

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Black Friday Socks- Free Pattern

Posted on November 26, 2009

Here is a new free sock pattern, just in time for the post-turkey daze (or just in time for the weekend for my non-American readers).  This pattern has not been extensively test knit, so please let me know if you … Continue reading →

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New Pattern- Paul and Virginia

Posted on November 20, 2009

Update! You do not need to be a member of Ravelry to purchase this pattern.  Simply click the “Buy Me” link below and you should be directed to paypal directly.  Please let me know if you have any issues purchasing … Continue reading →

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Pattern- Very Chunky Diaper Cover

Posted on November 13, 2009

So, on a whim yesterday I created this diaper cover for someone on Ravelry.  This pattern has not been tested with an actual newborn to check for fit, but I would use a tightly rolled prefold or a fitted diaper … Continue reading →

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Keep your eyes peeled

Posted on November 12, 2009

I’m hoping to have a new sock pattern up soon. Here are some preliminary details: Knitpicks Gloss sock yarn, size 2 needles, interesting rib pattern, designed for men.

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