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Sunday, 15 November 2009

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    Organized Knitting State of Mind

    Sunday, November 15, 2009

    Organized Knitting State of Mind


    As long as I can remember, I've managed to have a "sacred" and organized crafting area, even as a kid. Art and craft classes in school always required us to clean our space after the session was over and this habit stuck with me through the years. It doesn't matter how small the area, table, or closet...we need our special crafting space and we need to organize it. After this last move, I had a little trouble organizing and basically ignored my office space for about 2 months and felt guilty about it most of the time.

    This past week, I decided to dedicate the week getting things together and here's the result. I still have some work to do, but it's definitely a good start. I noticed that this simple, yet daunting, task was holding me back and now that I've addressed the space issue, I am more excited and motivated than ever.
    I hope you won't wait as long as I did!

    Happy organizing this week.


    Marg (enjoying my organized knitting state of mind)

Thursday, 12 November 2009

  • Wear those stitch markers and knit a tree?

    Thursday, November 12, 2009

    Wear those stitch markers and knit a tree?

    My latest Etsy goodie are these adorable stitch markers from ScaryMerry on Etsy.


    Today's a hodge podge day of working on reorganizing the office and having wandering thoughts, usually knitting related, in a continuous loop in my brain.

    While I was organizing, I came across this wonderful article from a few years agon on BBC about some knitters in Devon who banded together and created a wonderful 25 ft knitted Christmas tree. Read all about it...you will be amazed, inspired, and it will definitely end up in your continuous loop of thoughts today.

    Did you know tomorrow is ...

    Friday is wear your stitch markers day here at knit1fortheroad/margknittinaround...on your knitting bag, sweater, purse, whatev. Join me tomorrow :) and let everyone know your passion, spread the word, and enjoy the solidarity.

    Stitch On and remember to wear your stitch markers proudly!

    Marg (wondering how many more rainy days are ahead)

Wednesday, 11 November 2009

  • Chunky Time!

    Wednesday, November 11, 2009

    CHUNKY TIME!



    Today, it's back to basics. Bulky and soft yarn, large needles, and a simple garter stitch equals a quick knit and an afternoon of relaxation. There's nothing like it to put you back in knitting nirvana. Every once and awhile we need that break from complicated, eyestraining, yet gorgeous and worthwhile, patterns and revel in just texture, and color, two things that bring joy to our knitting hearts...or am I the only one gasping with glee in the yarn store? I didn't think so.

    This simple two stranded bulky garter (knit every stitch) scarf is just perfect for a rainy afternoon. Great for beginners and pros alike. Here's what I'm using...you may certainly substitute bulky yarns with similar weight and ply. Visit Yarndex,The Yarn Directory for addditional yarn information and Knit TV for a handy tutorial on garter stitch if you need help.




    Here's a closeup of the edge. It should stay pretty uniform throughout. This is a good excercise for a new knitter because it helps you to perfect your knitting tension skills.

    1 hank

    Bear Creek Bulky from Kraemer Yarns

    99% wool, 1%nylon
    7 ox, 200 grams, approximately 130 yards

    CarrotCake #Y1819


    and 1 skein

    Patons Shetland Chunky

    75% Acrylic, 25% Wool

    3 1/2 oz/100 grams, 148 yards

    Leaf Green #03526


    Gauge not necessary for this project.

    US Needles 17

    Cast on on 6 stitches (6-8 stitches keeps this scarf from being too stiff or bulky)

    Knit every row.

    Bind off at desired length. Weave in your yarn ends.

    Block if necessary. If you have smooth tension throughout, you probably won't have to.

    Enjoy your knitting therapy.

    Marg (working on this scarf while floating on a big ole' yarn cloud)

Tuesday, 10 November 2009

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