a look into my development as a knitter Hello, all! Today I wanted to share with you one of my main goals as a knitter and crocheter. I have crocheted a sweater/top for myself (and my friend) before, however I have not yet knit a sweater. I have had this goal of knitting a sweater… Continue reading Knitting Goals: Working on My First Sweater
Author: bilingwool
Fair Isle 20th Anniversary Hat
a look at the finished product! Hello everyone! I am so happy to be writing this post today. I really need this space for calm and color right now, given the tense four days of impending American election results. Things are looking up, though, and I have an exciting weekend ahead of me; my husband… Continue reading Fair Isle 20th Anniversary Hat
Why I Knit and Crochet
an argument for knitting as a coping mechanism and stress reliever Hello, everyone! If you follow American politics, you'll know that there was a presidential election last night, and as of posting this, the winner still has not been declared. It is a stressful time for many with so much riding on this election. I… Continue reading Why I Knit and Crochet
Project Update: 20th Anniversary Fair Isle Hat
Hello everyone! Lots of exciting things to get to today. Before I get into my project update, I have a few other updates to share. Last night I had a very successful night of knitting and crocheting, having finished TWO Christmas gifts! Yahoo! I also recently added some finished projects and details to my profile… Continue reading Project Update: 20th Anniversary Fair Isle Hat
Holiday Knitting Wishlist
...Christmas is coming! Hello, all! Yesterday, this blog officially hit 1,000 views! Thank you all so much for your support and viewing my posts. I love to sit down and write about my knitting and crocheting. It feels good to know that other people are interested in what I have to say! I am so… Continue reading Holiday Knitting Wishlist
Hatdana by Bayron Handmade
I am so excited to share this finished project with you all today! Last week, I was browsing through my Ravelry favorites, trying to find a fun, quick project to make, when I remembered I favorited this fantastic hat-bandana-kerchief combo. I downloaded the pattern and two days later, I had my very own knitted "hatdana."… Continue reading Hatdana by Bayron Handmade
Knitting Cables
add a fun twist to your knitting Hello everyone! What a beautiful day we have today. I'm listening to "Banana Pancakes" by Jack Johnson as I work this morning. The sun is shining, the leaves are falling, and I feel so grateful to be writing about knitting for you all! Today I wanted to share… Continue reading Knitting Cables
Crochet Along Lace Table Runner
a quick floral lace runner for the table Hello everyone! Today is one of the first cold, cold days here where I live. The weather is slowly allowing winter to creep back in, which means it is time to wrap up in squishy yarn and tuck in for the season. But before we switch into… Continue reading Crochet Along Lace Table Runner
Beginner’s Knitting Kit
my recommendations for the beginner knitter Learning how to knit is such a great thing to do! I find so much satisfaction in working with my hands and watching a pattern unfold in front of me as I knit. If you're interested in learning how to knit but aren't sure which materials to purchase, you… Continue reading Beginner’s Knitting Kit
Classic Ribbed Hat by Purl Soho
a wardrobe staple that knits up quickly Hello everyone! Today I wanted to drop in and talk about this quick hat I finished recently. I have been working like crazy over the past few weeks, from finishing the Knot Stitch Baby Blanket, to this hat, and making some Easy-Peasy Dishcloths as well. As of completing… Continue reading Classic Ribbed Hat by Purl Soho