Yarns About Patterns
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I'll be in the middle of Moving Hell for the foreseeable future, but I'm knitting and crocheting through it all and am writing up my first crochet pattern design!
I look forward to sharing it once I locate and reach the light at the end of the tunnel.
I look forward to sharing it once I locate and reach the light at the end of the tunnel.
Caught up with Game of Wool this weekend in time to watch this week's semifinal.
The challenges posed have definitely improved as the cast got smaller, but I do question their claim to find the 'best knitter' when it has been (?)70% crochet so far. Lack of factual terms is rather irresponsible.
The challenges posed have definitely improved as the cast got smaller, but I do question their claim to find the 'best knitter' when it has been (?)70% crochet so far. Lack of factual terms is rather irresponsible.
December 15, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Caught up with Game of Wool this weekend in time to watch this week's semifinal.
The challenges posed have definitely improved as the cast got smaller, but I do question their claim to find the 'best knitter' when it has been (?)70% crochet so far. Lack of factual terms is rather irresponsible.
The challenges posed have definitely improved as the cast got smaller, but I do question their claim to find the 'best knitter' when it has been (?)70% crochet so far. Lack of factual terms is rather irresponsible.
Blocked the rananculus swatch and have come to the conclusion that I am not going to block the finished piece very much at all - it was about the right height and only 1 stitch too dense pre-block, but there’s no lace detail in the swatch.
Also my sleepy speedy knitting is super uneven :-s
Also my sleepy speedy knitting is super uneven :-s
December 14, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Blocked the rananculus swatch and have come to the conclusion that I am not going to block the finished piece very much at all - it was about the right height and only 1 stitch too dense pre-block, but there’s no lace detail in the swatch.
Also my sleepy speedy knitting is super uneven :-s
Also my sleepy speedy knitting is super uneven :-s
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Day 14 - The ice skating party scheduled for this fine and frosty morning has come a cropper. It is neither fine nor frosty. Nor icy for that matter. Mabel is nothing if not determined and so, donning her rollover skates, she skims around to the assorted invitees 1/2
December 14, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Day 14 - The ice skating party scheduled for this fine and frosty morning has come a cropper. It is neither fine nor frosty. Nor icy for that matter. Mabel is nothing if not determined and so, donning her rollover skates, she skims around to the assorted invitees 1/2
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I've sold 1,234 Hallgrim Scarf patterns!
In appreciation, all of my *other* Ravelry patterns are 20% off NOW to noon PST 17 Dec 25 (Wed).
Patterns: www.ravelry.com/stores/jamie...
No code needed.
Discount applied at checkout.
#KnittingDesigner #PatternSale #MenWhoKnit #GayKnitter #RealMenKnit
In appreciation, all of my *other* Ravelry patterns are 20% off NOW to noon PST 17 Dec 25 (Wed).
Patterns: www.ravelry.com/stores/jamie...
No code needed.
Discount applied at checkout.
#KnittingDesigner #PatternSale #MenWhoKnit #GayKnitter #RealMenKnit
December 14, 2025 at 3:21 AM
I've sold 1,234 Hallgrim Scarf patterns!
In appreciation, all of my *other* Ravelry patterns are 20% off NOW to noon PST 17 Dec 25 (Wed).
Patterns: www.ravelry.com/stores/jamie...
No code needed.
Discount applied at checkout.
#KnittingDesigner #PatternSale #MenWhoKnit #GayKnitter #RealMenKnit
In appreciation, all of my *other* Ravelry patterns are 20% off NOW to noon PST 17 Dec 25 (Wed).
Patterns: www.ravelry.com/stores/jamie...
No code needed.
Discount applied at checkout.
#KnittingDesigner #PatternSale #MenWhoKnit #GayKnitter #RealMenKnit
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December 12, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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?? for the #knittinghistory folks. I've found a pattern pamphlet (1954) by Nell Armstrong of Doreen Knitting Books of Lowell, MA. Nell and the company were prolific mid-century publishers, not a yarn brand. Can anyone tell me anything about Nell and/or the company? #knitting
December 12, 2025 at 5:42 PM
?? for the #knittinghistory folks. I've found a pattern pamphlet (1954) by Nell Armstrong of Doreen Knitting Books of Lowell, MA. Nell and the company were prolific mid-century publishers, not a yarn brand. Can anyone tell me anything about Nell and/or the company? #knitting
Where we discover I have no way to handle a luxury skein for the first time (never had one before and am without a proper home so no tool access). It was all twisted on itself from the outset though and I hated that the ties were with the same colour yarn.
December 12, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Where we discover I have no way to handle a luxury skein for the first time (never had one before and am without a proper home so no tool access). It was all twisted on itself from the outset though and I hated that the ties were with the same colour yarn.
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Hello! I’m seeking volunteers to be interviewed for my PhD thesis on the cultural significance of the tailored suit within queer communities during the 1970s and 1980s. If you’re interested and would like more information, please contact me. Thank you, and feel free to share this with your networks!
December 11, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Hello! I’m seeking volunteers to be interviewed for my PhD thesis on the cultural significance of the tailored suit within queer communities during the 1970s and 1980s. If you’re interested and would like more information, please contact me. Thank you, and feel free to share this with your networks!
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I’ve started knitting a new version of this pattern. I need to tweak it a bit before it’s ready to share with the world. 🐸🧶🔁
December 11, 2025 at 1:55 PM
I’ve started knitting a new version of this pattern. I need to tweak it a bit before it’s ready to share with the world. 🐸🧶🔁
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Here we have a 1898-1900 Worth evening cape made of red velvet and chiffon with black lace, organza ribbon appliques, and a salmon silk ribbed lining. The front is a little reminiscent of Seinfeld's puffy shirt, but the back is divine. #fashionhistory #ootd #PalaisGalliera
December 11, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Here we have a 1898-1900 Worth evening cape made of red velvet and chiffon with black lace, organza ribbon appliques, and a salmon silk ribbed lining. The front is a little reminiscent of Seinfeld's puffy shirt, but the back is divine. #fashionhistory #ootd #PalaisGalliera
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Christmas knits! #showmeyourknits Christmas ornaments from the Snowball Buddies pattern by Susan Claudino
December 10, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Christmas knits! #showmeyourknits Christmas ornaments from the Snowball Buddies pattern by Susan Claudino
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Glasgow library carpet fans! You might like these new badges. Why not get a wee voucher for a 2026 @radicalglasgowtour.bsky.social tour while you're at it? All voucher sales go to support the vital work of Glasgow City Mission and Gaza Soup Kitchen radicalglasgowtours.bigcartel.com/product/mitc...
Mitchell Library carpet badges
Set of four 38mm badges celebrating the iconic Mitchell Library carpets. These legendary carpets were commissioned in 1978 from the firm Hugh...
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December 10, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Glasgow library carpet fans! You might like these new badges. Why not get a wee voucher for a 2026 @radicalglasgowtour.bsky.social tour while you're at it? All voucher sales go to support the vital work of Glasgow City Mission and Gaza Soup Kitchen radicalglasgowtours.bigcartel.com/product/mitc...
My knit pro ‘Zing’ have arrived - I can finally cast on the Ranunculus! … after I finish the xmas knits.
Maybe I can make the swatch though? :D
Also some xmas wish lists books, 2 for pals, 1 for me :)
Maybe I can make the swatch though? :D
Also some xmas wish lists books, 2 for pals, 1 for me :)
December 10, 2025 at 5:46 PM
My knit pro ‘Zing’ have arrived - I can finally cast on the Ranunculus! … after I finish the xmas knits.
Maybe I can make the swatch though? :D
Also some xmas wish lists books, 2 for pals, 1 for me :)
Maybe I can make the swatch though? :D
Also some xmas wish lists books, 2 for pals, 1 for me :)
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Reynolds Danish Knitting Designs, 1967 #SweaterWeather
December 10, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Reynolds Danish Knitting Designs, 1967 #SweaterWeather
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Just got these 2 hats finished and in the mail. Both were custom orders. 🧶🦑🦊
Both patterns are available on Ravelry.
Both patterns are available on Ravelry.
December 8, 2025 at 2:37 AM
Just got these 2 hats finished and in the mail. Both were custom orders. 🧶🦑🦊
Both patterns are available on Ravelry.
Both patterns are available on Ravelry.
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My first “planned pooling” #knitting project. (Use specially dyed yarn and tension adjustment so the color stretch pools together.)
Fabulous yarn from @whimsicalwoodyarn.bsky.social. 🧶💜
Fabulous yarn from @whimsicalwoodyarn.bsky.social. 🧶💜
December 7, 2025 at 10:27 PM
My first “planned pooling” #knitting project. (Use specially dyed yarn and tension adjustment so the color stretch pools together.)
Fabulous yarn from @whimsicalwoodyarn.bsky.social. 🧶💜
Fabulous yarn from @whimsicalwoodyarn.bsky.social. 🧶💜
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Ann Lowe was the Black genius behind Jackie Kennedy’s iconic wedding gown.
Before the fashion world was ready to credit a Black woman’s talent, Lowe was already designing for America’s most powerful families. Brilliant. Bold. Innovative. Undervalued. And nearly erased from history.
Before the fashion world was ready to credit a Black woman’s talent, Lowe was already designing for America’s most powerful families. Brilliant. Bold. Innovative. Undervalued. And nearly erased from history.
December 7, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Ann Lowe was the Black genius behind Jackie Kennedy’s iconic wedding gown.
Before the fashion world was ready to credit a Black woman’s talent, Lowe was already designing for America’s most powerful families. Brilliant. Bold. Innovative. Undervalued. And nearly erased from history.
Before the fashion world was ready to credit a Black woman’s talent, Lowe was already designing for America’s most powerful families. Brilliant. Bold. Innovative. Undervalued. And nearly erased from history.
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The annual reminder from knitters everywhere.
#blueskyknits #knitsky #knittersofbluesky #sockknitting
#blueskyknits #knitsky #knittersofbluesky #sockknitting
December 5, 2025 at 2:44 PM
The annual reminder from knitters everywhere.
#blueskyknits #knitsky #knittersofbluesky #sockknitting
#blueskyknits #knitsky #knittersofbluesky #sockknitting
Picked this up last week. You know your future uni is perfect for you when they have a bangin’ knitting book. These are on my knit list:
December 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Picked this up last week. You know your future uni is perfect for you when they have a bangin’ knitting book. These are on my knit list:
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To celebrate the launch, Ravelry is offering a 20% discount until December 4th. (Coupon code : release )
All designs are 15% off until the 4th. (Coupon code: vacation)
Thank you.
#ShowMeYourKnits
#knitsky #knitting #knitter #justknitting
www.ravelry.com/patterns/lib...
All designs are 15% off until the 4th. (Coupon code: vacation)
Thank you.
#ShowMeYourKnits
#knitsky #knitting #knitter #justknitting
www.ravelry.com/patterns/lib...
December 3, 2025 at 11:46 PM
To celebrate the launch, Ravelry is offering a 20% discount until December 4th. (Coupon code : release )
All designs are 15% off until the 4th. (Coupon code: vacation)
Thank you.
#ShowMeYourKnits
#knitsky #knitting #knitter #justknitting
www.ravelry.com/patterns/lib...
All designs are 15% off until the 4th. (Coupon code: vacation)
Thank you.
#ShowMeYourKnits
#knitsky #knitting #knitter #justknitting
www.ravelry.com/patterns/lib...
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To help everyone get going on their holiday knits, I am running my annual holiday knitting pattern sale until midnight on Dec 14th! You can get 15% off one purchase on #Ravelry or my website (links in bio) using coupon code VBMholiday25. #knitsky #holidayknitting #verybusymonkeydesigns
December 2, 2025 at 9:34 PM
To help everyone get going on their holiday knits, I am running my annual holiday knitting pattern sale until midnight on Dec 14th! You can get 15% off one purchase on #Ravelry or my website (links in bio) using coupon code VBMholiday25. #knitsky #holidayknitting #verybusymonkeydesigns
Just wrapped up the Group 1 presents ready for tommorows meal!
Super secret festive gift knit update!
Tally of completions:
Group 1 (by Dec 2nd): 5/5
Group 2 (soon after): 3/3
Group 3 (by midwinter): 0/3 (1 of these won't happen)
Group 4 (not gonna happen, I need a change): 0/2
Myself (by Dec 2nd): 0/0 (in progress - is part of the set already completed!)
Tally of completions:
Group 1 (by Dec 2nd): 5/5
Group 2 (soon after): 3/3
Group 3 (by midwinter): 0/3 (1 of these won't happen)
Group 4 (not gonna happen, I need a change): 0/2
Myself (by Dec 2nd): 0/0 (in progress - is part of the set already completed!)
December 1, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Just wrapped up the Group 1 presents ready for tommorows meal!
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December 1. 2025. World AIDS Day. For those gone and for those who fought so the rest of us could live. We remember you.
December 1, 2025 at 11:15 AM
December 1. 2025. World AIDS Day. For those gone and for those who fought so the rest of us could live. We remember you.
Yessss!
November 30, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Yessss!