From the bangordailynews comes this story about Beth Roy of Charlotte, Maine who knits whimsical, silly designs on socks like smiling puppies or high-top sneakers. From the article, “I like mo’ color,” she admits with a smile. “And some of my socks may get a little weird, but they all have to be wearable.” Thanks […]
Anna Maria shows us a cool trick on how to make super fabric circles that are perfect for any kind of project from applique, hand stitching or machine stitching! Link.
Jennifer of Craftsanity visits City Knitting owner, Lorilee Feltman, who shows us how to knit Continental in this great video demo. I’ve heard so many stories about us crafters getting RSS (repetitive stress syndrome) and I’ve gotten it myself to the point where alternating how you knit really does help. [ via ]
Randi of “i have to say…” shows you how to make a super cute tote bag like this one from just one dishtowel! Link.
SHOWstudio has a cool design_download section. Currently featured is Alexander McQueen’s kimono-inspired jacket from his Autumn/Winter 2003 collection. Download the PDF and start sewing. Link.
Deidre Scherer in her studio with a work in progress . Detail of work in progress (photos by Tim O’Reilly) Artist Deidre Scherer has a group of works entitled “Surrounded by Family and Friends,” at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion Museum in Manhattan until February 26th. From the HUC-JIR website: Educated as a […]
Stefanie Japel of Glampyre Knits has shared with us one of her gorgeous patterns, this very stylish Mini Sweater that is a beautiful and feminine short-sleeved cropped cardigan. It’s the perfect quick project to make this weekend! Download this week’s CRAFT pattern PDF – Link. Subscribe to the CRAFT podcast and get this pattern and […]
