Frog Tree Cables and Knots
I love getting a chance to work with new-to-me yarns. I had the pleasure of making two sample scarves from my book Reversible Scarves: Curing the Wrong Side Blues. Both used Frog Tree's Pediboo Worsted, a lovely blend of machine washable worsted and bamboo. Here's [...]
5-Year Blogiversary Giveaway
It's that time of year again - time to celebrate AudKnits' anniversary. Five years is a milestone, and we're whooping it up with a VERY special giveaway! Do you remember my review of the very inventive book Bargello Knits? Or my raving about the [...]
Bargello Knits
For me, one of the best things about knitting is that it provides a never-ending opportunity to learn something new. You might say I 'm a techniques junkie! Through classes or books, I might learn a new variation on a technique I already use. [...]
Chic-a Bags
I first discovered Chic-a knitting bags and accessories during the recent SLO Yarn Crawl. Their trunk show at Nordic Mart offered up fantastic bags and needle organizers, all in the most delightful patterns! Here's their line-up of pouches: Chic-a uses oil cloth for [...]
5-Year Blogiversary Approaches
On October 21st, the AudKnits website will officially turn 5 years old! It's hard to believe all that has happened since its debut. There have been many personal challenges balanced out by the joy of my book Reversible Scarves: Curing the Wrong Side Blues. As [...]
Cushy Chroma Socks for Fall
I adore thick, warm socks to wear around the house in the fall. You may remember my Cushy Chroma Socks design. When I'm in the mood for a quick knit, this is the pattern I turn to. Knit Picks is always coming out with new colorways [...]
SLO Yarn Crawl is Almost Here
Five yarn shops in San Luis Obispo County have banded together to organize the very first SLO Yarn Crawl this weekend. Here's the skinny When: Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22 from 10AM to 5PM Where: The 5 yarn shops in SLO County Why: [...]