Monthly Archives: March 2014

Going Halfsies: Bonus Instructions for Scarf with Matching Ends

Posted on March 28, 2014 by jackiees

Patti T wrote: Thanks so much for this lovely double pattern!  The perfect project for a special skein of fingering weight wool.  And the “pull over” bind off is ingenious!  I look forward to another year of premium content when … Continue reading →

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Completing the Framed Lace

Posted on March 23, 2014 by jackiees

Basically, the final rows a one-piece end-to-end scarf with inner and outer borders is a reverse of the beginning. But there are some differences to be noted. In Overview of Spring Lace Leaves Scarf, I outlined the roadmap for an end-to-end … Continue reading →

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Discover a Gem: Printer Friendly (and Create PDF) Feature

Posted on March 19, 2014 by jackiees

Patty T wrote: ” I love the ‘Print/PDF’ function on the Bonus Pages — makes life a lot easier. ” With the continuing expansion of the KnitHeartStrings Site, it’s probably easy to overlook some of the newer (and possibly even … Continue reading →

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Bonus: an option to beading the Lace Leaf pattern stitch

Posted on March 14, 2014 by jackiees

Joy wrote: ” This is a gorgeous pattern I’ve been looking forward to very much. I would indeed appreciate some beading advice PLEASE, beads add so much to an accessory like this one. Thank you for this pattern, and this site! ” … Continue reading →

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Bias Effects in Lace Patterning

Posted on March 14, 2014 by jackiees

simple dramatic effects in lace Some of the most interesting and versatile lace stitch patterns are in fact the simplest to knit. I am particularly fond of the ones that undulate organically without any extra effort on my part. This is … Continue reading →

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Combining Knitted Lace and Lace Knitting

Posted on March 14, 2014 by jackiees

How are you doing on your Spring Lace Leaves Scarf for this month’s KAL? If you have questions or comments, remember to give a shout-out on any of the support article pages or on the main Knit-Alongs page. Main Area After … Continue reading →

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Starting the Spring Lace Leaves Scarf

Posted on March 9, 2014 by jackiees

Depending on where you are in your lace knitting journey, Spring Lace Leaves Scarf can give you opportunities to – learn something new, – reinforce and grow confident in your skills, – simply be inspired and enjoy the ride. This scarf … Continue reading →

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