Monthly Archives: March 2014

Dreaming of and Knitting for Summer

Posted on March 27, 2014 by MakerKnit

I started some “summery” projects recently. They are both for my daughter, and they are both from Berroco’s Lake House pattern booklet (#341). The first is a simple stockinette stitch tank top (named Montauk) with some subtle but sweet details … Continue reading →

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A Shamrock (or two) for St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 17, 2014 by MakerKnit

For St. Patrick’s Day, I designed a small shamrock to use as a decoration on hair clips for my daughter. I used bright green crochet thread, a really tiny crochet hook, and plastic barrettes bought at my local craft store. … Continue reading →

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Update: Beaded Lace Stole

Posted on March 10, 2014 by MakerKnit

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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