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Update: Beaded Lace Stole

As of yesterday, I am officially halfway done with my beaded lace stole, which is also my first “true” lace knitting project. The progress is slow, and was especially so last week, having screwed up twice. Thankfully both times I … Continue reading

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The Lucille Hat

I named this hat Lucille after my grandmother, for whom I created it. She wanted a hat she could sleep in, so I chose stockinette stitch since it would make a smooth and comfortable fabric. Because I was using a … Continue reading

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What to Do with Variegated Yarn: The Hydrangea Scarf

I received one hank of Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light in a Mother’s Day yarn bouquet last year. This specially-dyed yarn contained a lovely mix of shades ranging from off-white, to pale mint, to light blue, to lavender, with small specks … Continue reading

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