Category Archives: Tips & Techniques

Pointers and Tips about Elasticity

Posted on February 3, 2013 by jackiees

DonnaK wrote: “Love this preemie hat – so elastic  and pretty – thank you.  Can’t wait for next part.” Donna has made a good point as we begin the little preemie hat that is this month’s BOBBOL project for February. … Continue reading →

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Tidy Stretchy Edges

Posted on January 29, 2013 by jackiees

When you were knitting the Beading Hearts Friendship Bracelet, did you recognize the Chain Stitch Selvedge from some of last year’s projects like the Lace Cable Bookmark and the Three Eyelets Sachet? The bracelet is worked sideways in garter stitch with a … Continue reading →

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Bead Row Pre-Counting Tip

Posted on January 21, 2013 by jackiees

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Beaded Garter Stitch: A Peek Behind the Scenes

Posted on January 13, 2013 by jackiees

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Top-down Faroese Shawl: Starting at Neck Band

Posted on December 9, 2012 by jackiees

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Ribboned Knitted Ribbon

Posted on November 19, 2012 by jackiees

As mentioned in yesterday’s Stairway to Heaven Lace Knitted Ribbon discussion on using elements of lace edgings in new ways, this ribbon is similar to the heading portion that might be found on some lace edging patterns through which a … Continue reading →

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Grafting an Invisible Join

Posted on September 29, 2012 by jackiees

This Tips & Techniques article includes step-by-step details to invisibly seam this month’s stockinette lace edging stitch pattern for Lace Edged Doily using Stockinette Kitchener Stitch. You might already know how to do this, since it is not specific to … Continue reading →

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