Monthly Archives: May 2013

Blocking a Circular Lace Doily

Posted on May 29, 2013 by jackiees

Use tension blocking with a blocking board inscribed with circular guidelines to enlarge the size as well as have more control in making the shape uniform. If you plan the Pinwheel Flower for use as a face cloth or dish cloth, … Continue reading →

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Decorative Crochet Chain Bind Off Technique for Lace Knitting (and knitted version)

Posted on May 29, 2013 by jackiees

For this month’s Pinwheel Flower pattern, a decorative crochet chain bind off completes the project. This type of bind off is frequently seen used for doilies / tablecloths and sometimes for other lace projects such as shawls. The crochet bind off … Continue reading →

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For Art’s Sake vs. Utilitarian – Does your knitting have to have a practical purpose?

Posted on May 27, 2013 by jackiees

Decorative Art – art for art’s sake vs. Applied Art – utilitarian / functional Where does the Art of Knitting fit? I’ve always thought of knitting primarily as serving the purpose of utilitarian art, although there certainly are many recent … Continue reading →

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May Prize Giveaway (and KHS Store “Summer Hours”)

Posted on May 26, 2013 by jackiees

Prize Drawing Have you entered yet? In celebration of Memorial Day this month, Flag Day next month, and US Independence Day in July, this month’s Prize Pack to be given to a lucky winner at the end of May 2013 … Continue reading →

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Easy “Cheating” Center Start for Double Point Needles

Posted on May 26, 2013 by jackiees

Here’s an easy circular center start method that begins on just 2 needles. It might feel like cheating, but will still produce a neat, tidy center. Circular lace doilies and shawls usually start in the center with 6 or 8 … Continue reading →

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Summer “schedule”

Posted on May 25, 2013 by jackiees

Sorry I am delayed getting more tutorials for the Pinwheel Flower Doily posted this month. As soon as I can get my computer and photos loaded, I will work as quickly as possible updating the KnitHeartStrings site. I started my … Continue reading →

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Kicking off the May KAL for Pinwheel Flower Doily

Posted on May 1, 2013 by jackiees

So the saying goes … April showers bring May flowers. Let’s celebrate Spring and renewal with a flower-themed lace project this month. We’ll be switching away from the teensy yarn and needles of last month to thicker yarn and larger … Continue reading →

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