Shannon writes: How to do a flexible, tubular cast on without using waste yarn – great for cuffs, or the Knitty Fall 2007 “Henry” scarf pattern. To find out how to do a tubular cast-on, visit the FluffBuff blog here. – Link.
This week’s CRAFT Pattern Podcast is the knit Paper Nautilus Shell by Hansi Singh of Hansigurumi. A paper nautilus is a type of octopus who has special arms that secrete a shell which is used for egg brooding. You can easily knit up a few of these paper nautiluses to decorate your home or for […]
Hansi Singh of Hansigurumi Etsy Store – Link. Flickr – Link. I am so excited to bring you this interview with an amazing up and coming crafter, Hansi Singh of Hansigurumi. You’ve seen her knit sea creatures profiled here before on the blog, but now we’ll get to know Hansi Singh herself! With her amazing […]
Jennifer from The Felt Mouse whips up a new mantelpiece display whenever a new holiday rolls around, or the mood strikes her. For September she created a fun science/school themed display that also works great for Halloween. More pix and details on her blog. Link.
Recycling can absolutely be fashionable–just check out these stylish, chunky resin rings. They’re made from old pool balls! Check out the Pool Ball Rings shop for more fun and colorful jewelry. Link.
Poppytalk Handmade is a lovely new website that’s sort of like having your own personal shopper who searches high and low for the very best in handmade greatness. As the site explains: Poppytalk Handmade is a monthly online street market to showcase, buy and sell handmade goods of emerging design talent from around the world. […]
Crochet this pumpkin bag by Amy O’Neill Houck of The Hook and I. It’s the perfect candy bag for your little Trick O’ Treaters or just for yourself to tote around. The pattern is $4 via Lulu. [ via ] Link.
