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Santa Shelf/Computer Doll
I'm trying to be more cheerful about the upcoming holidays. Really, I am. So while trying to find some holiday cheer I stumbled across this cute knitted Santa by Aussie Jean. Making one of these may or may not get me in the holiday spirit, but finding the pattern did bring a smile to my face.
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Chemo Cap and Scarflet
October is National Breast Cancer Month so its only fitting that the project of the month be related to helping out others in need. I've selected Berroco's Chinchilla Chemo-cap and Scarflet as the project. Its a quick knit that can be made for donation to your favorite charity or even to help someone in your life who may be affected with the disease.
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Worry Dolls
Its "back to school" time and a few of us may be sending off our kids for the very first time. Give a nervous youngster someone to confide in when confronted with a strange new environment. These worry dolls make an ideal "comfort" present and I very much like the idea of giving someone a pocket pal. Hell, the way my life is going at the moment, I should knit up a dozen of these!
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Beaded Stitch Markers
The web is a wonderful place. Make a comment on your blog about how you're thinking of making something and folks who've already tackled that project will happily share their techniques! Case in point, Andrea of Running With Scissors has wonderful instructions for making crafty and unique beaded stitch markers. Take a look at her project page and get inspired to make a ton.
For beading supplies, you can try perusing some of these online stores I found on Google:
or just hit your local Joann's or Michael's.
Anyway, I'm thinking of ordering some black onyx beads (my favorite stone) to make myself a couple of dozen!
Send kudos to Andrea and enjoy the crafting.
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Seed-Stitch Bag
I'm all about accessories lately. Bags, hats, slippers, socks. Maybe its because my knitting time is limited. Maybe its because these projects are quick and easy to piece together. Who knows?
What I do know is that I fell in love with this seed stitch bag. Its made with ribbon yarn, but you can substitute any yarn that will give you the same gauge. (Wool would work nicely as well as a bulky cotton.)
I'm seriously considering adding this one to my list of projects to make...
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Knit Tote
Got leftover yarn? Then head over to Frugal Haus and check out their patterns.
This pattern for a small tote is perfect for using up a few leftover balls. Knit it up with leftover wool and you can experiment with felting.
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Denim Tunic
Denim yarns seem to be all the rage these days. While browsing the Berrocco site — I was looking for yardage information for one of their yarns — I saw this pattern for a lightweight summer tunic. It looks like it would be the perfect beach coverup... and while summer is still a few months off, this seems like an appropriate knit in anticipation of the heatwave to come.
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T-Strap Top
Perhaps its the desire for spring to already be here or perhaps its my desire to make a few things for myself, but lately I've been on a summer top kick. This pattern for a T-strap tank fits the bill and should make a for a quick and enjoyable knit.
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Peace Armband
In light of current world events, I present a simple project to express how you feel about the war. Thanks to the Knitting Activists for giving us such a beautiful project.
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Heart Bookmark
Just in time for Valentine's day, whip up one of these heart bookmarks for that special someone in your life.
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