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Conifer Shawl by Kate Gagnon Osborn Some patterns just stick with you. Kate Gagnon Osborne's Conifer Shawl is one of those patterns for me. I love everything about it: the small-scale, the worsted-weight yarn, the lace pattern, the cables mixed in here and there, and the subtly scalloped edge. This...
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P hotograph from The Haapsalu Shawl Not so many years ago, I barely knew where Estonia was. One of those former Soviet Socialist Republics, which called up vaguely grim pictures in my mind? But no! It's a charming little country on the Baltic Sea, with beaches and picturesque houses—and a glorious...
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Even a simple pattern like this is a thing of beauty. Remember when you were first confronted with a knitting chart? I don't know about you, but I felt like I needed a Ph.D. in hieroglyphics to figure it out. What did all of those symbols mean? Where did I start? Did I work from left to right or...
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I think of myself as a knitter who loves context . It's never enough for me to knit a sweater Just Because : I want to know about the regional traditions that inspired the stitch pattern, the strange history of its construction method, the blend of influences that came together to inspire the designer...
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Melanie Rice's Baby Elephant Vest, featured in the Summer 2011 issue of Interweave Knits A note from Kathleen: Lace knitters are so passionate about their craft. I admire that, and I hope to catch the lace bug in earnest at some point in my knitting life. I've dabbled in lace with scarves, a...
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The Bed and Breakfast Pullover I think we all have a few patterns that we are going to "knit next." Somehow, though, those designs always get bumped from my next-project plan because something is always more pressing, whether it's a gift that has to be done, a knit-along that has a deadline...
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Knitted Lace Shawls With a History When Nancy Bush showed up at Interweave a few years ago with a box full of knitting and a book proposal, we gathered around with anticipation. She had written Folk Socks , one of our all-time best selling titles, and was a dream author to work with. She had also persuaded...
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My Seaweed Cardigan I recently finished what might be the best thing I've ever knitted: The Seaweed Cardigan. It's the perfect length, the perfect width, the perfect color, the perfect yarn (Classic Elite Soft Linen), and just basically the perfect spring-through-fall garment. Thanks, Cecily...
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A note from Kathleen: I get so excited when I see new issues of PieceWork —each time I get a new issue, I know I have a wonderful evening in store, reading each article, enjoying the photos, and feeling a connection with knitters through history. The newest issue of PieceWork is all about lace...
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The Cerulean Cardigan by Wendy Bernard, from the DVD workshop Knitting from the Top Down I rarely use the yarn that a sweater is designed for. There are many reasons for this, but usually it's because I want to use a yarn from my stash! There are so many types of knitters—some see a pattern...
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It's that time again, knitters! I've chosen five patterns for your perusal and knit-along voting.. Spring it trying its best to arrive, and I thought we could help it along with some warm-weather knit-along choices! These patterns will take you from spring to summer and beyond—we've...
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"Seriously?!? I think I can hold it until the temp gets above zero, Mom!" What is with this winter storm marching across America? It's so cold here we have to leave a faucet dripping so our pipes don't freeze! Don't get me wrong, I love any excuse to wrap up in my knitted scarves...
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Attention Lace Knitters! On episode 604 of Knitting Daily TV , Shay Pendray visits with new author Miriam Felton about her first book, Twist and Knit . Full of uniquely classical lace patterns, this project book is perfect for your special skeins of yarn. From traditional stoles to fun mitts and socks...
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There's so much to learn in knitting, whether you're a beginner or an expert! 30 Knitting Techniques for Beginning Knitters and Beyond is brought to you by the folks at Knitting Daily TV; I'm sure you'll learn something new! Knitting Technique Tips Get started on the right foot with your...
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The Hexagon Petal Tee by Maria Leigh A note from Kathleen: It's time for one of our favorite features: the Sweater Workshop! Interweave Knits editor Eunny Jang is here to deconstruct the lovely Hexagon Petal Tee by Maria Leigh (featured in the Spring 2011 issue of Interweave Knits ). This sweater...