Friday, December 7, 2018

Dragon Teeth


Dragon Teeth 

by Kathryn Doubrley.
PDF, 4 pgs. $ 3.99. Instant download at http://www.theanswerlady.com  
For the Kiss Dragon Loom or use another loom as long as you have15 pegs and can match the gauge of 10 stitches/14 rows/4” [10cm] as close as possible. 1 to 2 skeins of Wool Ease yarn are needed for this wonderfully simple cabled scarf that you can knit either as a keyhole or a traditional one.
She has included a chart and written directions for the cabled part of the scarf that make this a very clear, easy to follow pattern  with color photos and diagrams. For help with techniques, check out the video link at   http://www.theanswerlady.com.    

Sunday, December 2, 2018

December 2016 Stitch of the Month Crochet

December 2016 Stitch of the Month



Based on a multiple of 4 chain plus 1.

For sample chain 21 ( 4 x 5 = 20 + 1 = 21)

Row 1: 1 dc in 4 chain from hook, and in each chain across row, ch 3, turn.

Row 2: Yo twice, draw up a loop in next dc, * yo, draw through 2 loops, yo, skip 2 dc, draw up a loop in next dc, (yo, draw through 2 loops) until 1 loop remains on hook, ch 2, 1 dc in center of st just worked for a cross stitch, yo twice, draw up a loop in next dc, repeat from * across, end last repeat with 1 tr in top of turning ch, ch 3, turn.

Row 3: 1 dc in first dc, * 2 dc in 2 ch sp, 1 dc in next 2 dc repeat from * across row. end 2 dc in next dc, 1 dc in top of turning chain, ch 4, turn.

Row 4: Skip 1 dc, Yo twice, draw up a loop in next dc, * yo, draw through 2 loops, yo, skip 2 dc, draw up a loop in next dc, (yo, draw through 2 loops) until 1 loop remains on hook, ch 2, 1 dc in center of st just worked for a cross stitch, yo twice, draw up a loop in next dc, repeat from * across, end last repeat with 1 tr in top of turning ch, ch 3, turn.

Repeat Rows 3 & 4 for pattern, end pattern repeat with row 3.


Sunday, November 25, 2018

Fun Christmas Stockings


Fun Christmas Stockings 


by Charlene Shafer
     0541. $20.00 67 pages. No ribber needed, for the electronic (brother 930/940 or newer) or standard gauge punch card machine.  One basic and 13 variations of the cutest Christmas designs you will ever see, from bear, gingerbread house to snowflakes are just a few of the designs included. Clear easy to follow  row by row easy to understand instructions in a large print format.  Comes with a CD.  These designs will even work on my  old SK700. http://www.knitknackshop.com/ 765-985-3164
  


Thursday, November 22, 2018

Happy Thanksgiving 2018


Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

   I would like to wish you all a wonderful, safe, joyful  and restful Thanksgiving, filled with lots of love, friends and family.

  Thank you for being a member and visiting my site.

Nina

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Reversible Picture knitting for_double_knitting_boards


Picture This. Reversible Picture knitting for_double_knitting_boards


by Kathryn Doubrley. 

PDF, 46 pgs. $20.00. Instant download at http://www.theanswerlady.com.   For the Authentic Knitting Boards and Knifty Knitter long looms. I am amazed at the patterns in this book! From scarves, dishcloths, hot mats, pillows, blankets, hats, Head bands, knits even for baby and a coat. More than 15 patterns to pick from, with   color photos, tips, lots of information, a section of how to fix mistakes, a blank chart so that you can design your own designs. Extra charts to use instead of the pictured de-sign. Coat pattern sized from 39 to 55.   Great book.

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Review: Bed, Breakfast & Bones

Bed, Breakfast & Bones Bed, Breakfast & Bones by Carolyn L. Dean
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

You have to read this book. I just finished one book and started this one. Much to my surprise I couldn't put it down. Great book about a lady wanting to start over. She inherited a bed and breakfast and a buried body. Loved it. Set up til midnight reading.
Don't you just hate an author that does that to you. Lol. Yea. Right.

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