Monthly Archives: September 2012

5 Tips for Selecting a Perfect Waste Thread

Posted on September 13, 2012 by jackiees

Waste thread  – (in knitting) a temporary thread that will be removed later Although the term “waste thread” is widely accepted in knitting instructions, I feel it is somewhat a misnomer. To me it implies something that has no value. I … Continue reading →

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Starting the Lace Doily Edging: Provisional Cast On

Posted on September 4, 2012 by jackiees

The lace edging for this month’s doily project is knitted flat, but we will want to eventually join the beginning and end of the strip invisibly into a circle to go around the cloth doily center. For the Quick Lace-edged Baby … Continue reading →

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