That's the name of the game these days, but the reasons are sooo exciting! A new website and blog are nearly close to completion (thanks to the AMAZING work by Heather of
Design Rox), knitting projects are in progress (as always), business plans are in full force, AND, of course, I have new pattern releases. Basically, 2012 is set to be an exciting year for you as I come up with discounts and sales, exciting and beautiful knitwear designs, and lots of ways to keep you up to date on my hullabaloo.
So, stay tuned in early Jan for all the debuts!
In the meantime, if you are in a pattern buying mood, be sure to check out two hot-off-the-presses designs that I've published with
Knit Picks.
$3.99
This pullover features beautiful texture, shape, and fit. With a simple cable pattern as the focal point in the front and lusciously soft yarn, Iris is sure to be your favorite sweater.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes:
Women’s size XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X) – Instructions are given in the smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes.
Finished Measurements:
Bust: 33 ½ (36 ¼, 40 ¼, 44 ¼, 47 ¼, 52 ¼, 53 ¾)”
Show in size 36 ¾”
Intended to fit with 1 ¾ to 2 ¼” positive ease.
Suggested Yarn:
9 (10, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 14) balls Knit Picks Capra DK (123 yds / 112 m per 1.75 oz / 50 g ball; 85% merino wool, 15% cashmere) in Velveteen
Needles:
Size 6 US (4 mm) needles
Size 6 US (4 mm) circular needle, 16” long
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct finished gauge.
Notions:
Cable needle, tapestry needle
Finished Gauge:
24 sts and 36 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Slip St Patt
Check gauge to save time and guarantee an accurate size.
Pattern Notes:
To be able to knit this pullover, you should be able (or ready to learn) to follow simultaneous shaping instructions, decrease, measure armhole depth, pick up stitches, and seam pieces together.
$1.99
The path we each walk in life is never easy, often crossed with obstacles, choices, joy, and tears. Yet, these socks, with an intriguing cross-over stitch and simple ribbing, enable our feet to be cozy, warm, and protected as we take the steps forward—mindfully. You’ll enjoy working these top-down socks as much as you will wearing them.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Measurements:
Foot Circumference: 7 (8 ½, 9 ½)”
Shown in size 8 ½”
Instructions are given in the smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes.
Suggested Yarn:
1 (1, 2) skein(s) Knit Picks Stroll Tonal (462 yds / 421 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g ball; 75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon) in Springtime Tonal
Needles:
Size 2 US (2.75 mm) double-pointed needles (dpns); set of 4
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct finished gauge.
Notions:
Cable needle (optional), tapestry needle
Finished Gauge:
8 sts and 12 rows = 1” / 2.5 cm in Stockinette st
Happy Knitting, my friends!
