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!
We now offer the fourth in our five-part series of Frances’s Knitted-Lace sampler re-creations, Mary Elizabeth’s “Lace No. 12.”
Estonia’s knitwear is fascinating. Expert knitter and designer Nancy Bush has been a student and teacher of Estonian textile traditions for many years.
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.
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.
The Nightingale is a simple rectangular garment which was often knitted, crocheted, or constructed from fabrics such as flannel.
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.
The sock patterns I’ve listed here are not for lazy women by any means.
Here is an excerpt from Charlotte Booth’s article, “Re-Creating Ancient Egyptian Socks,” from the November/December 2011 issue of PieceWork.
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.