Winter Knitty is Up!
The winter issue of Knitty is up. I like Sally, the Eco Fairy, but I am most likely to make the neck warmer, Tudora. As always, all the patterns are great. Link.
Yarncraft
Wool Cloche Hat
Etsy seller, Liza Rietz, makes these lady-like wool cloche hats. I have a tendency to buy more hats than I can wear and this one is definitely calling my name. [via] Link.
Sewn Fabric Balls
Tania of Grand Revival has a free pattern to make these fun sewn balls. Perfect to make quick holiday gifts! Link.
99 Octopuses on a Tree
Alice of Futuregirl shares with us this photo showing 99 Octophrosts (her frosted “Santa of the Sea” version of her Octopus stuffie) made by a grandmother named Lenore for each of her 99 grandchildren. You can get Alice’s Octopus stuffie pattern here. [ via ] Link.
Itsy Bitsy Knit Baby Hat
Heather on The AntiCraft has a knit baby hat pattern that is just too cute called the Itsy Bitsy Spider. Link.
HOWTO – Make a Balloon Animal Octopus
FlowerClown on YouTube posted this tutorial on a balloon animal octopus. Balloon animals are a great activity for kids to watch and do, and kits (with balloons, a pump, and an instruction booklet) make great gifts. – [via] Link.
Hooded Kids Towel Tutorial
Cindy of Skip to My Lou shows you how to make a kid’s hooded towel in her sewing tutorial. Makes a good holiday gift! Link.