Very generous giveaway from Manos del Uruguay Yarns! Two lucky winners will each win a yarn kit for the Peperomia Scarf, knit in Manos Silk Blend yarn. Each kit includes three colors of yarn, and the winners can each choose the colors they’d like. Here is the link on Ravelry, so you can like and […]
Podcast Episode 26: This is Your Brain, This is Knitting
Download Episode. You can see Casey’s website and her social media buttons on kcknits.com. In this week’s episode, Casey talks with psychologist Dr. Art Markman about about your brain on knitting – process vs. project knitters, multi-task knitting, and other topics. Dr. Art Markman, Ph.D., is Annabel Irion Worsham Centennial Professor of Psychology and Marketing […]
Giveaway! Knitter’s Pride Platina Interchangeable Needle Set
You are welcome to comment here, but to enter the giveaway, please comment on the YouTube watch page. Since not everyone can win, you can find these needles for sale here. Please watch the entire video for instructions on how to enter the giveaway. This contest is open to US and international viewers (customs charges […]
Podcast Episode 25: Do Chickens Need Sweaters?
Download Episode. You can see Casey’s website and her social media buttons on kcknits.com. Peter English has studied birds for over 40 years and has extensive experience both as a researcher and an ecotourism professional and has studied birds in 28 countries. During his career he has been a Watson Fellow and a Fulbright Scholar, […]
Bickford Seam
The Bickford Seam is an alternative to the mattress stitch, not quite as sturdy as the mattress stitch, but it leaves no ridge on the inside of the work. This video is sponsored by Eucalan, the wool soap I trust for all of my knits – I’ve used this fiber wash for years! Eucalan is […]
Podcast Episode 24: Love the Swatch
Download Episode.You can see Casey’s website and her social media buttons on kcknits.com. From Our Sponsors: Louet – Louet has a new Needle of the Month Club, click through for more information. I’ve done several tutorials with Louet: Sixes and Threes Cowl ATX Linen Tote Tesserino Cowl Sharbella Shawl Matterhorn Cabled Cowl Eucalan – the […]
Frango Sampler Scarf
A sampler scarf that is interesting for the knitter, and a good scarf for either men or women. The free three-part tutorial covers the provisional cast-on, changing colors, three-needle bind off, adding the fringe, and more. Scroll down to get your free pattern and to see the video. Size: 8.5” x 66” (22cm x 168cm), […]
Podcast Episode 23: One Complication at a Time
Download Episode.You can see Casey’s website and her social media buttons on kcknits.com. From Our Sponsors: Louet – Louet has a new Needle of the Month Club, click through for more information. I’ve done several tutorials with Louet: Sixes and Threes Cowl ATX Linen Tote Tesserino Cowl Sharbella Shawl Matterhorn Cabled Cowl June Cashmere – […]
Good Tension Between Knit and Purl Stitches
No loose spots! This is the little trick I use for making sure my tension stays even across a row with both knit and purl stitches. This video is sponsored by Eucalan, the wool soap I trust for all of my knits – I’ve used this fiber wash for years! Eucalan is available at many […]