When the opportunity presented itself for me to visit a working yak ranch that produces yak fibers that are used to make yarn, I realized I could make a mini documentary to share a fascinating glimpse into this unique corner of the world.
Knitting & Crochet
Wrapping up the Delta Hat KAL
Take a look at some of the amazing finished Delta Hats knitters have made during the Delta Hat knit along and find out who won the giveaway prizes.
How to wash hand knits
Blocking and caring for hand knit items is important, so today, I want to share tips for maintaing your knitwear, particularly if it’s a piece done in a fine fiber like yak or cashmere. I mean, after all the hard work of making your own creation, why not take the best possible care of it?
Meet Balwen Woodworks
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention something critical to the design process for my most recent pattern, the Delta Hat. The big difference between the Delta and other patterns I’ve released so far is that this one involves notions – buttons, to be precise. I wouldn’t be me, though, without finding some new and special way to put something unique into the design. In the Delta Hat’s case, it’s the button flap, designed with buttons from Balwen Woodworks.
It’s the Delta Hat Knit Along!
I’m so excited to be partnering with Bijou Basin Ranch on this knit along for my new Delta Hat pattern. With a full rainbow of colors to choose from, I can’t wait to see the many color and button combos people knit Delta Hats in!
The Delta Hat is here, let’s celebrate with a knit along!
The Delta Hat is an asymmetrical hat with a garter stitch flap that can be left down for added coverage or buttoned up for a cute, cloche look. The side of the hat opposite the flap features a triangle motif reminiscent of art deco architecture, and the off-center decreases help this hat lie naturally at a jaunty angle.
Mini Golden Snitch Sweater Pattern
A free knitting pattern for a mini golden snitch sweater, in honor of Harry Potter’s birthday on July 31 and inspired by the sweater Harry gets in book six!
Howdy Ombré!
A new pattern joins the Hands Occupied Pattern Shop today! An ombre bandana whose flexibility of wear, coupled with its beautiful color palette, make this a piece I cannot stop wearing.
New pattern preview!
I’ve got a new pattern coming to the Hands Occupied Pattern Shop on Wednesday! It’s an ombre piece knit in a mohair/silk blend yarn, and I’m already in love with wearing it.
