Knitting News

The hat above is my attempt to use my Dr Who charts for something that actually fits on my head. This one is made from Knit Picks Elegance (Coal and Cornflower) and I’m chuffed. I’m going to write up the pattern and make it available since the first version of this hat was such a… Continue reading Knitting News

CyberSweater

I’m very excited. I have finished G’s Cyberman Sweater. The pattern was helped along by the Stitches software (because I knitted a whole sweater for a pinhead and had to rip it out). The sleeves are way too long somehow, but I figure at this point we can roll them up. Pictures and details tomorrow.… Continue reading CyberSweater

Key Cover

Key Cover Originally uploaded by jwordsmith. Ha! I love having a useful hobby. The handle came off my car key. It’s one of those big black keys with electronics in it and a key part that whips out like a switchblade. It also had a handle on one end that let me attach it to… Continue reading Key Cover

Trekking Cable Socks

Trekking Cable Socks Originally uploaded by jwordsmith. I must write up the pattern for these since they are the first socks I’ve made that I am unreservedly pleased with. They fit great (I like a short sock); I’ve finally learned what “pick up and knit” really means, which makes a huge difference to the quality… Continue reading Trekking Cable Socks

Trekking XXL Handwarmers

Trekking XXL Handwarmers Originally uploaded by jwordsmith. As promised, a picture of my handwarmers. Tell me those people who dyed this aren’t artists. I’m knitting mitt covers for them now, because I know I’m going to want to wear them past the coolth of autumn (which has yet to reach us). I’m happy with them.… Continue reading Trekking XXL Handwarmers