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SKEINO Operetta Shawl Tutorial

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Like most knitters, I get excited when I get a chance to knit with really beautiful yarns in gorgeous colorways…and this shawl is very exciting! The Operetta kit comes with two distinct yarns – a merino/silk, and a kid mohair/silk. The two yarns work together to elevate garter stitch to something really unique.

To get your Operetta kit and follow along with the tutorial, visit the SKEINO site here.

The free pattern can be found here on Ravelry, be sure to favorite and queue!

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SKEINO ships from the US, to locations worldwide.

Information on things you’ll see in the video:
The colorway I used on my finished shawl is Lilac.

The colorway I used for demonstration is Don Carlos.

The needles I used are Knitter’s Pride Bamboo DPNs.

The yarn I used in the worsted sample is Knit Picks Wool of the Andes.

My pink row counter was a gift, and I have no idea of the brand. It actually isn’t that reliable. I recommend this one.

The nail polish I’m wearing is by Julep, color “Janie”.

My silver ring is actually a knitting needle gauge, and can be found here.

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Giveaway! SKEINO Operetta Shawl Kit

To see the colorways available in the Operetta kit or to purchase a kit, visit the SKEINO site here.

You can download a copy of the free pattern on the Operetta Shawl Ravelry page.

SKEINO ships from the US, to locations worldwide.

Please watch the entire video for instructions on how to enter the giveaway. This contest is open to US and international viewers (customs charges may apply outside the US). The contest is open until 12:01 am (US Central Time), March 16, 2016; and the winners will be announced in video on March 17, 2016. The winning email addresses will be chosen by random number generator.

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Tell Us About You!

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We’re always working on new ideas here at VeryPink Headquarters, and we’d like to hear from you to make sure we’re on the right track. If you have a few minutes, please take our short survey about your knitting habits. Complete the survey before March 15 and be entered to win a Knitter’s Pride straight needle set.

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3 Ways to Join In-the-Round

In this video, I demonstrate three different ways to join stitches in-the-round.

The Knitter’s Pride tools I use in this video are Platina 16″ circular needles from an interchangeable set that includes seven needle sizes.

You can find more information about Knitter’s Pride needles, as well as retailers using these links:
Bryson Distributing
Accessories Unlimited
Knitter’s Pride Shop finder

The yarn I use for demonstration is Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Bulky.

My silver ring is actually a knitting needle gauge, and can be found here.

The nail polish I’m wearing is by Julep, color “Ilga”.

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Socks on 9″ Circulars

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This sock tutorial uses 9″ circular needles instead of double-pointed needles or magic loop. For more information on using 9″ circulars and a needle review, see my Using 9″ Circulars video. Other details – these socks are toe-up, use German Short Rows (instead of traditional wraps & turns), and an afterthought heel. Pattern includes links to a four-part video tutorial (video below), and instructions for both DK/Sport weight yarn and Sock/Fingering weight yarn.

DK/Sport Weight Socks
Size: Women’s average width, any shoe size
Needles: Size US 3 (3.25mm) 8” or 9” circular needles and double-pointed needles
Yarn: 100 grams DK or Sport weight yarn (also called 8-ply yarn)
Additional Materials: Size G or H crochet hook, a few feet of worsted-weight scrap yarn in a contrasting color, tapestry needle for weaving ends
Gauge: 6.5 stitches per inch in stockinette

Fingering Weight Socks
Size: Women’s average width, any shoe size
Needles: Size US 1.5 (2.5mm) 8” or 9” circular needles and double-pointed needles
Yarn: 100 grams of fingering weight yarn (also called sock yarn or 4ply yarn)
Additional Materials: Size G or H crochet hook, a few feet of worsted-weight scrap yarn in a contrasting color, tapestry needle for weaving ends
Gauge: 8 stitches per inch in stockinette

Pattern + links to four-part video, $8 US via PayPal addtocart

Information on things you’ll see in this video:
The yarn I used in my finished Sport/DK weight socks is Knit Picks Hawthorne Sport Multi in color Irvington, sport weight, 258 yards. The contrasting color I used at the toe and heel is some leftover Lion Brand LB Collection Superwash Merino.

The yarn I used in my finished fingering weight socks is Knit Picks Hawthorne Speckle Handpaint in Granite Speckle, fingering weight, 357 yards. The contrasting color I used at the toe and heel is some leftover Lion Brand LB Collection Superwash Merino.

The yarn I used for demonstration is Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Bulky.

The pink notions box I use to hold my stitch markers can be found here.

The nail polish I’m wearing is by Julep, color “Ilga”.

My silver ring is actually a knitting needle gauge, and can be found here.

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Using 9″ Circulars & Needle Review

In this video, we cover the ins-and-outs of 9 inch circular needles. When to use them, using them (both Continental and English/American), and a needle review of the four most popular brands.

The needles I review in the video are:
Clover, purchased on Amazon for $11.99
ChiaoGoo, purchased on Amazon for $8.88
HiyaHiya, purchased on Amazon for $12.50
Addi, purchased on Purl Soho for $15.45

The video clip of the Continental knitter is my friend Steven. Steven is an excellent knitter who enjoys knitting complicated patterns. You can follow his work here:
Steven’s Ravelry page
Steven’s knitting blog

The yarn I’m using in the knitting sample is Knit Picks Hawthorne Sport Multi, in color Montavilla.

The nail polish I’m wearing is by Julep, color “Ilga”.

My silver ring is actually a knitting needle gauge, and can be found here.

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Giveaway! Knitter’s Pride Marblz Needle Set

This needle set can be found for sale here.

You’re welcome to comment here, but to enter the giveaway, please comment on the YouTube watch page.

Please watch the entire video for instructions on how to enter the giveaway. This contest is open to US and international viewers (customs charges may apply outside the US). The contest is open until 12:01 am (US Central Time), February 17, 2016; and the winner will be announced in video on February 18, 2016. The winning YouTube comment will be chosen by random number generator.

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Russian Grafting

Russian grafting is a decorative way to join two pieces of knitting, no working yarn necessary. Additionally, it leaves no ridge on the back of the work, making it appropriate for pieces worn next to the skin.

The needles I used for demonstration are Knitter’s Pride Bamboo DPNs.

The crochet hook I used is Knitter’s Pride Dreamz.

The yarn I used is Berroco Vintage Worsted in color in Sunny.

The nail polish I’m wearing is by Julep, color “Amanda”.

My silver ring is actually a knitting needle gauge, and can be found here.

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