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I knit this stocking flat A) because I don't enjoy knitting in the round andB) because I think it gives greater flexibility in working fairisle and other intarsia designs. I tend to work it on double pointed needles because during heel shaping you need to switch from working one side to the other. Materials:oddments of yarn. Cast on 25 sts, **(27 if knitting one of the stranded designs charted below)rows 1 - 3: knitrow 4: (right side) begin pattern from charts below (if required)work a total of 14 rows of pattern ending with a wrong side row. Start at the bottom of the chart for the pattern charts Heel shaping:I like to use different coloured yarn to accentuate heel. row 48: K3, K2tog through the back, k4, k2tog, k1, k2tog through the back, k4, k2tog, k3row 49: purlrow 50: K3, K2tog through the back, k2, k2tog, k1, k2tog through the back, k2, k2tog, k3 (15 stitches) (see photo step 6) row 51: purl Making Up: Cut work from the ball leaving a long end for sewing up.

DIY Crochet Rug With Yarn & Old T-Shirts This Crochet rugs are made by Olga at olinohobby.com All you need is yarn, old T-shirts & crochet hook. Now the images will guide you trough the process. And that is it simple but really nice! Thank you Olga for this tutorial! Source Click here... for more great ideas! You’re One Skein Away From the Perfect Scarfie! It’s the conundrum many yarn crafters face when picking a new project: how much yarn will I need? With new Scarfie, wonder no more! These big skeins (312 yards!) are just the right amount to knit or crochet a full length scarf. In addition to being just the right amount for a full project, Scarfie is self-striping, adding dimension to scarves, hats, ponchos, and more! The neutral and muted ombre tones of this yarn collection will dress up your fall and winter gear. It’s the perfect grab and go project. Scarfie is now available in store and online!

Design Blog & giftwrapping, packaging My favourite thing about Christmas presents is wrapping them. I try to do something different each year, all tough I am very much partial to brown paper. I am drawing some inspiration from these lovely images, now I just have to buy the contents first. Free Crochet Patterns (19,000+) and over 9,000 Free Knitting Patterns How to Knit a Headband User Reviewed Two Methods:Beginner HeadbandIntermediate HeadbandQuestions and Answers A knitted headband will keep your ears warm when the air outside is at a temperature less than comfortable. You can also adapt these instructions to make a lighter, thinner headband that can be worn in warm weather to hold your hair off your face. Get yourself some yarn and a pair of knitting needles, and you'll save a lot of money. Who knows, maybe you'll discover a new hobby in the process! Ad Steps Method 1 Beginner Headband <img alt="Image titled Knit a Headband Step 1" src=" width="728" height="546" class="whcdn">1Try this headband for a basic version that is good for beginners. Method 2 Intermediate Headband Reader Questions and Answers Tips Thinner headbands are possible with smaller yarns and needles, just change the number of stitches you've cast on. Warnings

sewing 101: fabric boxes It seems no matter what I do, I can never get a handle on all the tiny odds and ends that accumulate around my house. From craft materials to hair ties, the bits and bobs are constantly trying to take over, so in the never-ending quest to corral them, these little fabric bins were born. You can make one of these soft boxes in almost no time, and in almost any size, so you can customize them to perfectly fit whatever you need to hold. Read the full how-to after the jump . . . Materials a sturdy fabric, such as canvasthread to matchsewing machine, iron and basic sewing supplieslabel holdersnail polish (optional) 1. I couldn’t find label holders in a color I liked, so I decided to customize my own by painting them with neon pink nail polish. 2. Begin with any size square or rectangle fabric you like. Cut away the four corner sections to create a cross shape. 3. Pin the two pieces together with the right sides of the fabric facing and all of the edges aligned. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

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