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A top-down photo of a brown lace knit tshirt in progress. It has been knit down to just below where the sleeves were divided from the body. The t-shirt is sitting with a peach shawl in progress and a white sock with yellow speckles that is on a set of tiny circular needles. A vase of pastel roses is blurred at the top of the image.
Life of a Knitter

Multiple WIPs vs. Monogamous Knitting – Does It Matter?

Knitters often talk about being monogamous knitters or having start-itis. Here’s why I think either approach is just fine.

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A knit sock in progress sits in a light blue ceramic bowl. A floral mug full of milky tea and a heavy ceramic candlestick fill the background.
Life of a Knitter

Does Social Media Pressure Knitters to Knit Faster?

I’ve seen a lot of chatter on social media about faster and slower knitters. But does knitting speed really matter?

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A top-down photo of a piece of soft green knit ribbing. It has been bound off neatly at the top edge with no gap. It is surrounded by a floral teacup full of black tea, an antique book, some metal circular knitting needles, and some green hellebores.
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How to easily bind off knitting in the round

Binding off knitting seems simple enough, but it turns out there are a few tricks that make it even easier to bind off in the round.

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A corner of a vintage floral sofa with two needlepoint cushions. One cushion has a tan background with a floral center and pom pom trim. The other cushion has a tan background, floral center, burgundy edging, and tassel trim.
Life of a Knitter

Needlepoint Cushions and Why They’re a Grandmillennial Dream

Needlepoint cushions add texture and color to any space. Here’s why I love them and how to find good cushions of your own.

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Caring for Knitwear · Knitting Tips and Tricks

A Quick Guide to Knitting With Pure Silk Yarn

Knitting with silk yarn can be a great way to continue stitching during warm weather. Here’s a guide with lots of tips to make it easier.

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A flatlay image of a red knit hat in progress and a finished gray knit hat on a table surrounded by a teacup, a teapot, and an antique book.
Knitting Tips and Tricks

4 Tips to Knit a Hat From the Top Down With Style

For an easy and efficient way to use up every last bit of yarn, try knitting your hat from the top down. Here are some tips.

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I'm a former lawyer turned knitwear designer who designs soft, romantic patterns for knitters who want a brief escape from the everyday. When I'm not knitting, you can usually find me puttering about in my rose garden, hosting tea parties, or collecting sea glass at the beach.

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A top-down photo of a brown lace knit tshirt in progress. It has been knit down to just below where the sleeves were divided from the body. The t-shirt is sitting with a peach shawl in progress and a white sock with yellow speckles that is on a set of tiny circular needles. A vase of pastel roses is blurred at the top of the image.
Life of a Knitter

Multiple WIPs vs. Monogamous Knitting – Does It Matter?

A knit sock in progress sits in a light blue ceramic bowl. A floral mug full of milky tea and a heavy ceramic candlestick fill the background.
Life of a Knitter

Does Social Media Pressure Knitters to Knit Faster?

A top-down photo of a piece of soft green knit ribbing. It has been bound off neatly at the top edge with no gap. It is surrounded by a floral teacup full of black tea, an antique book, some metal circular knitting needles, and some green hellebores.
Uncategorized

How to easily bind off knitting in the round

A corner of a vintage floral sofa with two needlepoint cushions. One cushion has a tan background with a floral center and pom pom trim. The other cushion has a tan background, floral center, burgundy edging, and tassel trim.
Life of a Knitter

Needlepoint Cushions and Why They’re a Grandmillennial Dream

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A close-up on the brim of the Pebbles by the Sea Hat. It shows the 1x1 twisted ribbing on the brim. The hat is knit in a clay-colored yarn and surrounded by white flowers on a white marble countertop.

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A side view of a white shawl with tan and gray variegations draped around a dressmaker's form. From this angle, you can more clearly see the tiny little bobbles and stripes of lace that make up the textured portion of the shawl.

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A peach cafe au lait dahlia fills the entire photo with a little greenery visible at the edges.

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I was 37 when I started knitting this blanket. I’m 40 now. I think I might actually finish it by the time I’m 41!
I’ve seen a few posts from new knitters over the I’ve seen a few posts from new knitters over the years who buy a hank of yarn, don’t realize you can’t knit straight from the hank, and end up with a terrible mess on their hands. I don’t want that for you!

So here is how I take yarn from the hank that’s good for storage and shipping to a ball or cake that is good for actually knitting or crocheting.

And hello! Welcome to my messy desk! This is what it looks like in here when I am in full design mode. I had a new pattern come out over the weekend and I’m cranking along on three other designs, so things have been very busy and a little chaotic in here.

But if I’m honest, I’m always a little chaotic. 

Thanks to @aimeeshermakes for sending me this gorgeous yarn!
I find it’s always helpful to know a few key dat I find it’s always helpful to know a few key data points before buying a knitting pattern. Here are three things I thought might be helpful for you before you get Great Big Ballgown!

Many sock knitters have a strong preference for a specific heel or toe. While it’s pretty common for sock knitters to substitute their preferred heel construction, if you’re not comfortable doing that, it’s helpful to know which heel I used in this pattern.

The sock pattern is available both on its own and as part of the Golden Honey Sock Club. The club is a significant cost savings over buying each pattern individually and includes a fifth pattern that will only ever be available to club members. 

And don’t let those cables scare you! There are a lot of them, but they’re tiny, so you can do them without a cable needle. Just comment “tutorial” and I’ll send you a link.
Hitting the ground running today with all my to-do Hitting the ground running today with all my to-do list items checked off ten minutes early. Whew! Which means it’s time for more knitting.

Oh, who am I kidding? It’s always time for more knitting.
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