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Month: November 2009

Baby Bunny

Baby Bunny

Posted by | Nov 10, 2009 | | 0

Today I’d like to talk a little bit about our yarn, Baby Bunny. Baby Bunny is a lovely blend of 60% Pima Cotton, 30% Modal, and 10% Angora Yarn Gauge: 5 sts=1″ / US 7 needle Yarn Length: 109 yds/50g ball I’ve knit with this yarn and it has such an incredible feel- like nothing I’ve knitted before! This yarn has a soft halo that makes it look like a little rabbit. The cotton adds a great stitch definition which would make any cable or lace design stand out with ease. If you take a look at the color...

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Jean’s Grandkids

Jean’s Grandkids

Posted by | Nov 5, 2009 | | 0

I love sharing these pictures and stories with you. Jean knit up these cute sweaters for her darling grandchildren.  The yarn used is Adrifil Knit Col.  Click here for color card. The solid color is Encore. She  has 1 more grandchild on the way.  I am sure Jean is busy knitting for the new baby too! Jean purchased this yarn at her local yarn shop: Swisher’s Yarn Basket 327 FERRY STREET DANVILLE, PA 17821 570-275-YARN (9276) <!– @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } A:link { so-language: zxx } –> swishersyb@hotmail.com Happy knitting to all!  ...

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Cowl pattern as promised

Cowl pattern as promised

Posted by | Nov 4, 2009 | | 3

2 weeks ago I promised to post a cowl pattern and finally- here it is.  These things are definitely “This Year’s Scarf”.  They can be fast to knit, using simple repetative stitch patterns and use very little yarn so they are a perfect way to try that luxury fiber you have been drooling over. The one posted here has been an absolute favorite at my local yarn shop.  Even newbie knitters are quick to pick up the easy stitch repeat and are on their way to instant gratification with this weekend project. Baby Alpaca Grande is a perfect yarn for this cowl-...

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