Pattern: Ribbed Toe-Up Socks

Finished Measurements:Size 8 footEasily adjusts to any foot size with this toe-up methodMaterials:1 skein On-Line Supersocke 100 4-PlySize 0 double pointed needlesStitches:K - knitP - purlSl - slip unworked stitch from left needle to right needleSSK - slip unworked stitch from left needle to right needle knitwise. Slip a second unworked stitch from the left needle...

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Pattern: Granny Square Inspired Scarf

Try out this quick and easy scarf pattern, easily adjustable to any scarf length or width you want. The pattern mimics granny square techniques of clutering multiple sc's into one sc space from the row before.Materials:Size H Crochet HookCascade Yarn, Cascade 220         1 skein Salmon        ...

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Crochet Easter Egg Kits

We went to Germany for the first time about 4 years ago, it was early April and many of the houses were decorated with the most beautiful Easter decorations. There were painted eggs hanging from trees and lovely mossy wreaths with ribbons and bows on the front doors. I totally fell in love with this tradition of decorating for Easter and have been collecting my own bits and...

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Spring Knitting & Stitching Show

We will be at the Spring Knitting & Stitching Show at Olympia next week. The show starts on Thursday 14th March and runs through until Sunday 17th.We will be showcasing the projects from Homespun Vintage and will have signed copies for sale. The book is selling really well and it is great to see just how many people like the idea of a book which combines both knit...

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Pattern: A Scarf to Test Your Knitting Techniques

Ever get bored repeating the same four rows hundreds of time to make a scarf? This scarf will not only keep things interesting, but it will test your knitting skills too!Finished Measurements:75" long, 7" wideMaterials:Two (2) skeins Cascade Yarns Soft Spun, 100% Perivian WoolSize 9 Knitting NeedlesSize H Crochet HookGauge:16 sts = 4" (10 cm)Stitches:K - KnitP - PurlYO...

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