January is always a whirlwind of conventions and industry events. The one I always look forward to most though, is Vogue Knitting Live in New York City. This year, over 7,000 knitters and crocheters took over the Marriott Marquis,…
This week’s Movie Monday comes courtesy of one of my daughter’s favorite flicks: Disney’s Tangled. I love how the knit garment was used as wardrobe for one of the burly brutes (don’t let the “jazz hands” and mime make-up fool…
One of the boldest trends over the past year or so is that of angular, Aztec-inspired prints. From home decor to jewelry and swimwear, you’d be hard-pressed not to spot the Southwestern flair that graces the aisles of even the…
Quickie post to share with you that my Tree-garumi pattern (originally featured in Interweave Crochet), is one of the projects included in the new book, Craft Tree: Crocheted Amigurumi.If you have a penchant for crochet cuteness, this book is a must-have!…
If you’re in the NYC area, please stop by the Vogue Knitting Live marketplace at the Marriot Marquis Hotel. As usual, I’ll be there — teaching knitters how to crochet and vice versa — at the Bernat Beginner’s Lounge! This…
Recently, the smart and impressive, Sister Diane asked me to sit down and discuss the benefits and deficits of having “celebrities” in the craft world, how I deal with internet jealousy and the inevitability of feeling overwhelmed by the demands…
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YARNYAY! FALL BOX REVEAL:
Every season, YarnYAY! presents a new box for knitters who are ready to dive into a more in-depth project than our regular monthly boxes. For Autumn, we've gone mad for plaid, and are thrilled to have partnered with FOUR other (besides mine) woman-owned, small businesses. (Tap to see.)
We're shipping these box beauties on Tuesday 10/17 and only have a limited amount. Reserve yours today, in whatever palette speaks to you, and we'll get it to you ASAP. Link in @vickiehowell bio, or visit yarnyay.com
Happy FriYAY! the 13th, Ghouls and Gourds! To celebrate we're giving you 13% OFF YarnYAY's spookiest kits and patterns. USE code: FRIYAYTHE13TH. Spooky sale item collecting link in @vickiehowell bio
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FREE Pattern 🚨 Alert: The Ginger Spice Bi-Color Brioche Scarf! We couldn't resist whipping up this beauty out of the YarnYAY! October featured yarn @thefibrecompany &Make Aran (in colors Spill the Tea and Mon Ami). Make it to match either pair of the mitt patterns that come with our October Box, or make it on its own. You do you!
This pattern comes free with the purchase of &Make Aran yarn from our shop. Add the pattern to your cart, and the discount will appear at checkout. Who's feeling spicy? yarnyay.com (link in @vickiehowell bio).
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The Forager wrist warmers by @hellogavriella (and featured in the YarnYAY! October Box) might be my favorite crocheted mitt pattern we've ever included in one of our monthly boxes. The wool/alpaca blend of @thefibrecompany &Make Aran yarn is the perfect medium for textured linen stitches. Oh, and the peek-a-boo detailing at the top-edges, is *chef's kiss"!
Treat yourself to the October Box to get this pattern (plus THREE more!), yarn, and a couple more awesomely autumnal items. Link in @vickiehowell bio (or go to yarnyay.com) to learn more.
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