Winter Knits Preview!

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PhyllisZ@2 — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 19:40:52 GMT

Most of my knit projects are socks. Love socks. Also knit sweaters at the same time, but different locations. I like to knit for my granddaughter because at 15 she stands out in the cold weather waiting for a bus or light rail train. I have knit for over 65 years and never get tired of it. Phyllis in Minneapolis MN

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NancyB — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:03:16 GMT

This year, since I have been unemployed for a few months, I am dipping into my stash to make Christmas gifts. Everybody gets socks and/or tea cozies!!! I also have two baby sweaters in the works. I am really looking forward to the Winter Knits issue. It looks wonderful all around, but I truly can't wait to get my hands on the Climbing Vine Pullover pattern!

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joyfulprayz — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:49:27 GMT

OH MY GOSH!!!! I think this is one of the best issues I have every seen! I love it I love it I love it!!! Robin

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PatH@2 — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:16:28 GMT

January-March I'm still knitting all the things I wanted to have ready for Christmas. Pat H.

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VeraH — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 16:50:23 GMT

I have searched long and hard - and never found - a pattern for a classic cardigan that would be suitable for wearing indoors or in an office. I want one that has a jewel neckline and inset pockets with no bobbles or other detail (except maybe some very simple cables), and uses worsted weight or finer yarn. I want to knit a fine sweater; not a blanket or an overlay decoration.

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ReneeW@2 — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:30:43 GMT

I've been working on Christmas gifts since late summer, so I consider the after holiday period to be a return to "Me Time" when I knit for the pure pleasure of crafting something beautiful. Last year I started to explore lace scarves. This year I might try to make a larger shawl or make a sweater with lacy details. It will probably be in a bi-seasonal fiber like a silk/wool or cotton/wool/viscose blend. I want something pretty to lift my spirits during the winter months ahead.

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BeckyB — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 21:31:35 GMT

I live in the "icebox of the nation" as my friend puts it (it's only Wisconsin!), so I knit things that are warm yet fashionable. When I get to work in the morning, the 100 year old building is usually at 55 degrees, so I need something to keep me warm at work. You can only wear so many layers before you can't put your arms down. I like to add cute but quick scarves for a little extra "snuggle".

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GeorginaBowL — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 17:18:03 GMT

I knit everything all year round. Colorado Springs has some really cold days, but the sun is usually shining. I don't wear a coat in the car in the daytime because I get too hot! Sweaters are perfect; wool socks are almost always on. I love the climate here and the knitting is always in style. Stoles are almost always suitable.

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P Edith Geekler — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 13:57:19 GMT

After practicing sweater making with mini sweater ornaments, I'm working on my first "real" sweater for my sister for Christmas. The pattern is called a Bardot sweater and features a big draping collar. There are only 2 pages of directions, so seems like an easy first to try. After Christmas, I will be making one for me with the most fabulous yarn I can find. I wish people sweaters were as easy to do as the minis! Happy knitting everyone!

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JoanA — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 09:56:36 GMT

Like BarbaraB, I live in Australia, where it's summer - though I'm in Queensland, which has a sub-tropical climate and is very humid as well as hot. So knitting rather goes on the back burner for a few months. But socks are my favourite at present & they don't get big enough to be too hot to handle. A bit of talcum powder on the hands can help, and an efficient fan! Air-conditioned shopping centres should start knitting circles...

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KathyE@2 — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:42:25 GMT

I knit whatever my desire dictates regardless of the time of year. Right now I am mixing solid color regular acrylic yarn with multi-colored fun yarns to make some really beautiful scarves. Some are for gifts, and I may sell some. Some of the things I make go to various charities. debt (above) has a good idea, since some projects take quite a bit of time.

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debt — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:33:52 GMT

Since most of us have many projects going on, shouldn't someone come up with the idea of showing winter garments in the summer - to give us time to get them done, and summer projects in the winter - for the same reason.

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NicoleZ — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:58:25 GMT

This isssue has a lot of projects that I would love to make. The Blooming Cardigan and hooded scarf in particular. I just got some beautiful lace weight alpaca that I am going to use for the Bleeding Hearts Stole from Spring '08. I try my best to stick to one project at a time so that I can be sure to complete it. Of course I then go to the yarn store and start petting, and well... we all know how that's going to turn out. :) I can't wait to get this issue. Happy knitting everyone!

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mljan — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:11:23 GMT

I'm in Southern California, and all my family have migrated here, too, so it's cotton, light cotton at that. cardigans, silk and lace. I 'm an IK subscriber, but debated before signing up. I used to buy only the spring and summer issues, since there wasn't much in the others that I could make. I have done some felted purses, but don't enjoy knitting with large needles, so prefer other projects, ideally lightweight garments with a little lace for ventilation, and definitely no turtlenecks.

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Carol Y — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:15:40 GMT

You have me REALLY looking forward to this issue. Living in northern California, I appreciate items for warmer climates - unfortunately I can rarely wear wool much less any of the warmer fibers. That's not going to stop me from knitting Pfeiffer Falls Hooded Scarf! I'll go coatless just to wear it! I enjoy knitting scarves, socks, purses, afghans... The sweaters in this issue look fabulous, so I'll be looking at fiber substitutions or going without a coat.