How to: Intarsia

Ever wonder how to make argyle sweaters or use patterns that switch yarn colors? Changing colors is easy and it's just a matter of dropping one color string and picking up a new color. Most patterns with multiple colors come with a handy dandy knitting chart to visually show the colors changes. The tricky part is avoiding holes in your work as you change colors....

Read More

Pattern: Knotted Rib Toe-Up Socks

Finished Measurements:Fits men's size 12/13 but is easily adapted to fit any foot size. If you want a smaller width, keep the st count in multiples of 6.Materials:Two (2) skeins Patons Kroy Socks in Slate JacquardSize 2 double pointed needlesScrap yarnAbbreviations:K - knitP - purlSts - stitchesInc - increase, knit into the front and back of the stitchYo - yarn overK2tog -...

Read More

Skyp Stitch Socks

This Skyp sock pattern makes for a thick and comfortable sock that is easily adjustable to any foot size because the pattern repeats in relatively small stitch intervals.Materials:1 skein SRK On Your Toes 4 Ply Sock Yarn with Aloe Vera in Camouflage Print       75% superwash, 25% nylon       100 grams, 390 yardsSize...

Read More

Circle Socks

This is by far my favorite sock pattern. The ankle is very textured and feels like a thick and warm sock.Materials:2 skeins Patons Kroy Sock YarnSize 2 double pointed needlesFinished Measurements:Fits comfortably on a woman's size 8 (US)Instructions:Pattern available here. The pattern is well written and easy to follow.I casted on 56 sts (14 sts per needle), slightly...

Read More

Crochet Club 2014

Its that time of year yet again when we reveal the design theme for the Crochet Club.After 3 amazing years we have decided that the crochet club deserves a bit of a make over, and so, like proud expectant parents, we are delighted to announce the imminent arrival of a new and improved crochet experience for you all in 2014 0 0 1 522 2982 Janie Crow 24 ...

Read More