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Aug 8, 2012, 3:54 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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Enter giveaway to win copy of 'Patchwork Knitting: 18 Projects to Knit and Crochet

Intermediate to advanced knitters and crocheters will love selecting patterns to create from “Patchwork Knitting: 18 Projects to Knit and Crochet,” (Schiffer/$19.99) by Johanna Schwarz. The patterns instruct readers to knit different size squares and rectangles of fabric that are then pieced together with crocheted stitches to create a garment or accessory with the look of ”patchwork.” Some of the multi-colored pieces … Continue Reading →

Tags: crafting, crocheting, knitting

Aug 2, 2012, 2:48 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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"Cast On, Bind Off, 54 Step-by-Step Methods"

Learn New Techniques with 'Cast On, Bind Off'

Knitting instructor and store manager at WES, America’s Yarn Store, Leslie Ann Bestor of Massachusetts helps you “find the perfect start and finish for every knitting project” in her recently published book, “Cast On, Bind Off, 54 Step-by-Step Methods” (Storey.com/$16.95). This spiral-bound book takes knitters beyond the cast on and bind off techniques that they’re … Continue Reading →

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Jul 27, 2012, 4:01 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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'Wearable KnitWits' book giveaway

Make your knitting projects more exciting than ever before with “Wearable KnitWits, 20 Fun Designs to Knit for Adults & Kids” ( Sellers Publishing/$18.95) by Katie Boyette, who has an “obsession with knitting toys and other 3-D objects.” Boyette has included a collection of playful projects with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. Among them are a child’s bib … Continue Reading →

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Jul 17, 2012, 1:04 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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Summer sale at The Wool and The Floss

Now through Saturday, you can save 20% off all knitting yarn and needlepoint canvases at The Wool and The Floss. An additonal 5% will be taken off for purchases made with check or cash! Items in the sale room will be discounted at 50% off! This is the perfect time to stock up on craft … Continue Reading →

Tags: knitting, needlepoint, sale, The Wool and The Floss, yarn

Jun 27, 2012, 3:35 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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Volunteers needed for 'Birmingham in Stitches' art project

You can use your knitting and/or crocheting skills to participate in the “Birmingham in Stitches” public art yarn bombing project. This just in: “The Birmingham Public Arts Board is seeking volunteers to participate in its “Birmingham in Stitches” public art yarn bombing project. This project will involve knitting/crocheting large-scale objects for placement on or near … Continue Reading →

Tags: Birmingham, crafting, crocheting, knitting, MI, yarn bombing

Jun 21, 2012, 2:26 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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Enter giveaway to win copy of 'Essentially Feminine Knits'

If you like knitting garments that are especially feminine looking, then “Essentially Feminine Knits, 25 Must-Have Chic Designs” (Interweave/$24.95) offers you a range of patterns to choose from. The author, Lene Home Samsoe, a full-time knitwear designer for yarn companies, magazines and periodicals, shares her instructions for simple-to-knit sweaters, hoodies, shrugs and accessories, all of which can … Continue Reading →

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Mar 22, 2012, 4:06 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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Here's your chance to win a copy of 'Sweet Shawlettes'

If you’re looking for a fun and somewhat fast knitting project for an accessory that works with almost any outfit, then you’re sure to find something in Jean Moss’ “Sweet Shawlettes, 25 Irresistible Patterns for Knitting Cowls, Capelets, and More,” (The Taunton Press/21.95). Featured projects include a patch shrug, a cowl, a cape and more, … Continue Reading →

Tags: capelets, cowls, crafting, Jean Moss, kniting, knitting, Sweet Shawlettes

Feb 14, 2012, 11:46 am Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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'200 Fair Isle Motifs' filled with colorful inspiration

If you’ve ever entertained the idea of learning Fair Isle knitting techniques, then run to your nearest bookstore and pick up a copy of “200 Fair Isle Motifs: A Knitter’s Directory” (Interweave Books/$24.95). Known for her amazing Fair Isle and colorwork designs, knitwear designer Mary Jane Mucklestone will inspire knitters of all skill levels with … Continue Reading →

Tags: 200 Fair Isle Motifs: A Knitter's Directory, colorwork, Fair Isle, knitting, Mary jane Mucklestone

Feb 10, 2012, 2:55 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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"The Very Easy Guide to Knitting Scarves" by Marie Connolly

Enter giveaway for chance to win book on 'knitting scarves'

Life-long crafter who owns Stitch DC, a local yarn shop in Washington, DC, has put together a book of patterns for knitted scarves in “The Very Easy Guide to Knitting Scarves, Step-by-Step Techniques, Easy-to-Follow Patterns, and 22 Projects to Get You Started” (St. Martin’s Griffin/$22.99). Featured in the book are projects for all skill levels, … Continue Reading →

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Feb 10, 2012, 12:55 pm Crafting

By Jocelynn Brown

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Swaran Dhaliwal wearing the knitted cowl she designed.

Knit shop owner Swaran Dhaliwal knits fashion-forward neckwear

Born in India, Swaran Dhaliwal of Plymouth, who once owned a fashion shop in Canada, talks about why she turned her accessories store in Plymouth into a yarn shop (Michigan Custom Boutique & Fine Yarns) in today’s Handmade column. She also shares her pattern for a knitted three-button cowl made with a “bulky” yarn.

Tags: cowl, knitting, neckwarmer, Swaran Dwaliwal