First of Four

$5.50
This stocking is now for sale through the Ravelry store. You don't have to be a member to purchase this pattern, but why not. It's free.

This stocking is knit in the round using a variety of techniques. Stranded knitting used with very simple embroidery makes this an interesting knit without being too complicated. The stocking is knit toe up so this will give you a chance to try a new technique. This stocking will provide to be a cherished addition to your holiday celebration.


I have finally completed the first of the four Christmas stocking designs. Through many starts and stops I was able to work out the bugs and this pattern will be ready for sale! It is a very invigorating experience to take something from your mind and make it a reality. This stocking was inspired by a gift from student at my school. The gift was lovely, but the bag it came in was amazing. I took my inspiration of how the snowflakes played together. The heel gave me some trouble as it required me to use two colors while creating a short row heel but faith and a couple of starts made for a great design element.

The yarn used was sport weight from Bartlett Yarns. It's crisp texture and ability to show the colors and patterns made for a great finish. I wouldn't wear it next to my skin but for this project it gives a lot of body.

I finished it with a gentle soak in some warm water and happily the colors didn't bleed. Very pleased. I will post pictures very soon.

New Year Resolves

Okay so many folks decide that they are going to lose weight, stop smoking, learn to sky dive for the new year. Well, my new years resolution is continue as a fledgling designer. I have my first design under my belt and by the end of the year should have a booklet of fair isle Christmas stockings for sale. Four of them to be exact. Named after the members of my family. While the first one is underway, I am running into problems that are potentially derailing my plans. As you would expect, the designing aspect is a challenge. I've always been someone who has been able to copy almost anyones work, but that isn't enough for me anymore. I want to move beyond the need to knit from others peoples work. I just some how am lacking the confidence. SOOOOOO, this means taking a risk. Through the next few weeks, I plan to post photos of my last design and the newest ones. I guess I am sharing this publicly so it seems like I am making an outward commitment. Onward.. Must knit now!!!

Monster Mash

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Knitting in public

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I sent this picture from my blackberry while we were waiting for the Wisconsin Badger Game to start. I might have been the only person in 80,000 who was knitting at the time. The first picture was with my father people watching on the main drag. We got there super early and had 3 hours to sit and wait. Excellent knitting time.