Downton Abbey Mystery KAL Clue 5
Another new-to-me technique made its appearance in this week's mystery KAL clue. I have never done ruching before. (I hate to admit I didn't even know how to spell it until I looked it up. ) In addition to starting the second mitt, this [...]
Downton Abbey Mystery KAL Clue 4
Some of my friends are just now getting around to watching Downton Abbey Season 3. A fun quiz to test your knowledge of the historical context and some of the plot points so far is hosted by NPR in their segment, "Quiz: Are You Down [...]
A February Giveaway
With Valentine's Day being a time to celebrate love, I've decided to show my love for my blog readers by conducting a very special giveaway. I love, love, love the book Coastal Knits by Alana Dakos and Hannah Fettig. I will give away a copy of [...]
Downton Abbey Mystery KAL Week 3
It's really fun to participate in Jimmy Beans Wool Downton Abbey mystery KAL. It's a leap of faith to knit something, not knowing what the final pattern will look like! Here's progress, through Clue #3. The thumb is done and the top of one [...]
Itty Bitty Hat for Baby
I loved making this baby hat from the very popular Poppy pattern, designed by Justine Turner and kindly offered for free on Ravelry. The great thing about this pattern is its versatility. It is written for several weights of yarn, and several sizes. I adore sport weight, [...]
Downton Abbey KAL – Backtracking a Bit!
Sometimes I get carried away looking at knitting sites. This Downton Abbey KAL has me digging for period patterns, and I struck gold when I came across Iva Rose Vinage Reproductions. There is book after book of vintage patterns, and even a way to [...]
Mystery KAL Week 1, Clue #1. (Downton Abbey meets NASA)
One of the best things about participating in the Downton Abbey Mystery KAL is getting to use a new fiber from an old favorite yarn company, Lorna's Laces. For the KAL, I'm using the suggested yarn, Sportmate. As I read the ball band, I was a little [...]