Archive for November, 2006

Distractions

I have been enjoying reading bits and pieces from the Crafter's Companion lately, and I thought I'd share some of my favourite projects from the book.

A fabrics basket, which would be really handy for carrying WIPs. Pattern by Sarah at The Small Object.

Library tote by Fiona at hop skip jump.

Elephant purse by Myra at my [...]

Now for a matching pair…

Child's First Sock is no longer mate-less. I finished the second sock last Saturday. This sock has really been an enjoyable knit and I love how the shell motif look. This pair took just 1 ball of the Grignasco Bambi yarn, with plenty left over. I probably could have added one or two more repeats [...]

A tale of two socks

My oh my, Socktoberfest is over, but I am yet to show you any completed socks. Well, the good news is, I have completed a pair of socks in October! The bad news is, well, they're not a matching pair.

On the left, is the Oak Ribbed Sock from Knitting Vintage Socks by Nancy Bush, and [...]

Crafter's Companion

Oh look what came in the mail!!! The book has arrived!

I pre-ordered it, and ever since the book's release I had been waiting for it. I knew it would take some time to travel from UK all the way to Australia. I checked my mail box everyday, but no book. A week passed, still no [...]