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neoknits volume one: Beulah’s Mitts

My third pattern to be released for neoknits volume one is Beulah’s Mitts. A winding, leafy cable pattern adorns these cute mitts reminding us that Spring will indeed come again! Until then, they will keep your hands toasty and your fingers free to knit, knit, knit. For more info, please check out the pattern page. [...]

Help For Haiti

Ravelry has added a “help for haiti” tag for designers who wish to donate part of their proceeds to the relief effort. I am proud to announce that neoknits has now joined with many other talented designers on Ravelry in helping to raise money for the relief effort. I will donate 25% of my sales [...]

neoknits volume one: Lillian

My second pattern for neoknits volume one is Lillian, a cute 20′s inspired beret knit in Ultra Alpaca Light.  Lillian is an easy to knit beret with just the right amount of slouch.  An option for a slouchier beret is also given if that better suits your fancy.  For more info, please check out the [...]

2 years

Today is the hubster’s and my second wedding anniversary.  I can’t believe it’s been 2 years since we were married on that balmy January day! It’s been one heck of a ride these past few years and he sure keeps things interesting!  He supports me in my craft, helps me when I’m down, and is [...]

neoknits volume one: Mary Jane

I’m very excited to introduce the first pattern for neoknits volume one: Mary Jane. Mary Jane is a cute quick slouchy hat worked up in Rowan Kid Silk haze. Even though the Kid Silk is knit loose enough to be slightly sheer, the mohair/silk blend keeps your head plenty toasty! The natural haze of the [...]

collection in the works? yes!

I’ve been thinking about doing a collection for some time, but it’s been hard to sit down and actually do it. Finally, with some extra encouragement from Ysolda and Connie and kind words from you, dear knitters, I’ve finally done it! There will be 6 patterns in the collection and each pattern will be available [...]

Slipper Recap

Did the slippers make it to all of their intended recipients on time?  They sure did! Here’s a shot of the finished product: Sadly, I never got a shot of all 4 pairs together, or a shot of the recipients trying them on.  I guess I was too excited by the fact that I actually [...]

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!  I can’t believe another decade is over already!  Weren’t we all just fretting about Y2K just a few years ago? With the new year brings reflection on last year and what I’ve accomplished.  I’m not sure how interesting this is to the outside world, but for me it’s neat to go back [...]