Monday, December 11, 2017

Review: Smoky Mountain Sweethearts

Smoky Mountain Sweethearts Smoky Mountain Sweethearts by Cheryl Harper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love Cheryl Harper's writing. Her story SMOKY MOUNTAIN SWEETHEARTS is filled with great characters, action and lots of mountain scenes.

The story of a firefighter trying to reconnect with an old flame whose husband has died of cancer is an emotional packed book. Great read.

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Super socks for kiss looms

Super socks for kiss looms 

By Kathryn Doubrley


 PDF  $2.99 5 pgs. For the Kiss 2 Way adjustable loom. No ribber needed. Make thick socks, slipper socks or boot socks using this very clear, easy to follow pattern.  Sized for Adults 4 to15 sock sixe. The pattern calls for worsted weight yarn. Kathryn shows you how to cast on and do the ribbing with pictures and written instructions. Uses short rowing
on the heels. Color photos, charts. Video help is
available on her you tube channel: theanswerladyknits.
 Instant  download at http://www.theanswerlady.com

    

Single Bed Scoodies

Single Bed Scoodies

By Kathryn Doubrley



PDF, 18 pgs. $12.99. Instant download at http://www.theanswerlady.com.    For any machine, including the passap.    A scarf with attached hood, very cute and useful idea.  You can use a mock hem on these (or ribber) and she tells you how.    Lace, tuck, plain, fancy, fairisle,  sideways, keyhole more. Knit with lace weight, worsted weight, and even fun fur. Lots of colorful photos, diagrams and charts to help you knit these wonderful Scoodies, with very clear easy to follow patterns. I really love the pale orange one with the lace stitches.  Great pattern to have for your knitting library and wonderful for gifts for birthdays,  or Christmas. 

Sunday, December 3, 2017

Friday, December 1, 2017

December 2015 Stitch of the Month Crochet

December 2015 Stitch of the Month Crochet
I don't know what this is called because I just made it up @ 2013 N L Banks


Multiples of 7
For sample chain 21 ( 7 x 3 = 21)

Row 1: 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, and in each chain across row, ch 2, turn.

Row 2: working in back loop, 1 hdc in each hdc across row, 1 hdc in turning ch, ch 3 turn.

Row 3: 1 dc in first hdc, * ch 2, skip 2 hdc, 1 dc in each of next 2 hdc, repeat from * across row, end, skip 2 hdc, 1 dc in next hdc, and 1 dc in top of turning ch, ch 3.

Row 4: 1 dc in first dc, * ch 2, skip 2 ch sp, 1 dc in next 2 dc, repeat from * across row, end 1dc in last dc, and 1 dc in top of turning ch, ch 2, turn.

Row 5: 1 hdc in each dc and  2 hdc in each 2 ch space across row, end 1 hdc in top of turning ch,  ch 2, turn.


Repeat rows 2 to 5 for stitch pattern, end with row 2. 

Sunday, November 26, 2017

Knitted Flowers

Knitted Flowers  
by Maggie Andrews


£5.50, 8 pgs. Instant download at http://www.craftybob.com/shop/maggie-andrews-mking.html. For the standard gauge machine, but you can also use it for mid and bulky machines too, she tells you how. You will love this amazing booklet, Maggie shows you how to make Roses, Buttercups, Poppies, leaves, stems, even a snail and much more using your knitting machine. You can add these to your knitted or store purchased clothing,
Pillows, or just add a special touch for a loved one. How about using them on presents for decorations at Christmas, the list is endless as to what you can do with them. Another great book from Maggie, sure to please.


Pattern Tracing using the DesignaKnit 8  

by Michael Becker



 $19.95. 20 pgs.  Very detailed instructions on how to photograph your sewing pattern pieces for stretch knits, and change them into machine knit patterns using the DesignaKnit 8 program. Sections on photographing with camera and tripod, setting up equipment and more.  A very clear method on using the windows paint with the designaKnit  8. Also sections on blocking diagrams, pattern drafting, has lots of photos charts and diagrams.  A great learning tool on the DesignaKnit 8 http://www.dknits.com (812-926-2970)


Summer night gown

  Summer night gown, long to the floor and mid length sleeves for chilly summer nights. I have sewn roses on the top and the skirt. All fabr...