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I wrote several weeks ago about how I’m doing the C25K (Couch to 5K) beginners’ running program, and how much I LOVE running now. I’m seven weeks into the program, and I’m running 25 minutes without walking, which is just under 2.5 miles for me. This program is amazing. And I’m totally bummed to say […]

Why Are There Holes in My Work?

June 29, 2011 / s t a c i

Learn to Knit a Sweater – Woman’s T-shirt

June 21, 2011 / s t a c i

Summertime knitting, and no prior sweater knitting experience needed! This sweater is a top-down raglan style, knit in a light summery yarn. Learning to knit (and fit) this style of sweater will set you up to knit all kinds of other patterns. I’ve sized this sweater from XS to 3X.

Pattern + links to 7 instructional videos.

Learn to Knit a Dishcloth

June 14, 2011 / s t a c i

I am offering this tutorial (pattern + instructional videos) for FREE! This is a traditional pattern, not my own design, that has been used for generations. I am presenting this for beginning knitters who would like to learn this technique, and to give a free sample of my video tutorials.

Pattern + links to instructional videos.

Squared

June 13, 2011 / s t a c i

I really, really love what I do for a living, but because I knit for work, I don’t often get to play with yarn in any ol’ way I’d like. I’m usually knitting up a new design, or “piece outs” to use in videos, or samples for in-person classes. But earlier this month I taught […]

Double Knitting

June 8, 2011 / s t a c i

Learn to Felt – Nagel Purse

May 31, 2011 / s t a c i

In this tutorial we’ll learn how to felt, as well as how to complete the unique shaping of this bag. That includes picking up stitches on both the knit and purl sides, working the handles, and tricks for keeping your count just right to keep the bag sides symmetrical.

Pattern + links to 6 instructional videos.