knitting


File This One Under: Do Not Try This at Home

I never thought I would warn you to not make something from Weldon’s, but these projects are unsafe for any home. Do Not Try This!

Knitted-Lace Samples Part 4: Lace No. 12 Pattern

We now offer the fourth in our five-part series of Frances’s Knitted-Lace sampler re-creations, Mary Elizabeth’s “Lace No. 12.”

Colorful Estonian Gloves to Knit from Nancy Bush

Estonia’s knitwear is fascinating. Expert knitter and designer Nancy Bush has been a student and teacher of Estonian textile traditions for many years.

Turkish Cast-ons for Albanian Toes!

This is a traditional Albanian design worked with techniques and materials American knitters will be familiar with, such as wool-nylon sock yarn and two circular needles.

A Travel Memoir in Stitches

One of the most magical things about knitting is the different forms it takes in various countries and regions, creating a travel memoir in stitches.

A Traditional Nightingale

The Nightingale is a simple rectangular garment which was often knitted, crocheted, or constructed from fabrics such as flannel.

The Feet of A Divided Nation

I have worn out three pairs of shoes . . . and a part of the time my feet have had nothing between them and the rough stones.

5 Sock Patterns for Lazy Women

The sock patterns I’ve listed here are not for lazy women by any means.

Practical Socks in the 5th Century

Here is an excerpt from Charlotte Booth’s article, “Re-Creating Ancient Egyptian Socks,” from the November/December 2011 issue of PieceWork.

A Passion for Pence Jugs

These little knitted jugs are generally about 3 to 4 inches (8 to 10 cm) high, often knitted in the round in two colors, in stripes, using fine yarn and fine needles.