Category: Knit Alongs

Lemon Spritz 4-Day KAL with Marie Greene

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Knit Alongs, Olive Knits

Shown in 144 Dahlia

The 7th Annual 4 Day Knitalong hosted by Marie Greene of Olive Knits begins on July 1, 2023, and we couldn't be more excited! This year's pattern, Lemon Spritz, is a celebration of sunshine and summer days. 

This raglan tee is knit from the top down in the round, in one seamless piece. At the underarm, the sleeves are placed on hold (to be finished afterward), and the lower body features bold lace details that are easy to memorize. The neckline features a quick and easy “rolled” edge, and the short sleeves are framed with a perpendicular garter edge and lemon leaf ties.
 
For even more fun, consider working the garter edge and/or your lemon leaf ties in a contrasting color!

Purchase 3 (or more) hanks of Rylie by HiKoo® and receive our exclusive bonus pack!

What's in the Bonus Pack?

🍋  Exclusive Lemon Spritz project bag  🍋
🍋 Citrus Delight candy  🍋
🍋 Lemon stitch marker set in bag  🍋
🍋  2 fun citrus stickers  🍋
🍋  Lemon Spritz pattern  🍋

Bonus offer ends June 18, 2023, or while supplies last.

Limit one Bonus Kit per person, please.

When do I get the pattern?

Official pattern lands in your library June 30th. Before then, you’ll have access to the preorder file with all the details for yarn, size, swatching and MORE for this year’s 4 Day KAL.

Questions? Send us an email:
hello@makersmercantile.com

or give us a call:
(206) 717-7121

How Much Yarn do I need?

Use this chart to determine which size you'll make, and also to discover how many hanks of each color yarn you'll need.

Click for a larger view

Which colors should I choose?

Need some inspiration? Rylie is such a wonderfully soft yarn and its linen fibers create such interesting texture.

To offer some options, we made swatches with a few of our favorite colors to help you envision your
Lemon Spritz tee all knit up! 

Shop Rylie

Check out the available
colors of Rylie on our website.

We can't wait to see your finished project! Join the discussion on Facebook. Be sure to share photos of your progress on social media with the tags: #Oliveknits #LemonSpritz #Makersmercantile #4dayKAL

Apricate Cowl KAL

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Knit Alongs, Kyle William

Join Kyle Kunnecke of Kyle William for the February Makers’ Mercantile Knit-Along!

The Apricate cowl uses two amazing yarns: 

HiKoo® Madrona
and
 Schoppel Wolle
Zauberwolle

Want the pattern for free? Purchase our exclusive kit! 

Purchase a kit!
The apricate kal begins Wednesday, February 1, 2023.

The Project

Rays of angled lines encircle this kerchief cowl. This fun knit combines stranded knitting with knit/purl stitches to create an intriguing, textured motif. After the initial section is completed, we transition from working in the round to working flat and begin decreasing each row to reach the final point of the cowl.

We are so excited to invite you to join us for this KAL adventure! Choose your favorite colorway and get the exclusive kit, and be ready to cast on February 1, 2023. Kyle will join us in our Ravelry group to answer any questions you and the others might have all month long!

Colorways


Included in each kit:

PLUS receive a digital copy of the pattern sent to your Ravelry library or email address used at checkout

Purchase a kit!

Schedule

January 3, 2023 
Kits available for purchase

February 1, 2023 
KAL kickoff

February 7, 2023
Makers' Night
Meet the designer / Q&A

February 28, 2023 
KAL officially ends

 Remember to connect with other knitters on the Makers' Mercantile Ravelry Group Page. The forums let knitters of all skill levels participate ... it's like having a knitting tutor 24/7!

Join the KAL forum

What if I don't like to read charts?

The pattern includes both charted and written instructions, so you can choose your favorite method. If you are new to reading charts, check out this free online class!

Get the FREE workbook

Are there video tutorials?

Video demonstrations are available for this project. Clickable links to the videos are included in the .pdf pattern as well as a QR code for easy reference.

Materials

Yarns

Zauberwolle by Schoppel-Wolle
100% Merino wool,
273 yards per 100 gram ball


Madrona by HiKoo®
30% Baby Alpaca*, 30% Merino Wool, 20% Bamboo Viscose, 20% Nylon 402 yards per 100 gram cake

*EasyWash treated, allowing for delicate wash cycles

Finished Size

25” circumference 16.5” high 

after blocking

Needles

4.50 mm (approx. US7) Skacel Rocket 20" circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge,

DPN of the same size for I-cord bind off

Gauge

(after blocking)

28 sts and 28 rounds = 4 inches in pattern worked in the round


26 sts and 26 rows = 4 inches in pattern worked flat

Notions

Shop Needles
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Chasing Butterflies KAL

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Chilly Dog, Knit Alongs

Join Ellen Thomas of The Chilly Dog for the September Makers’ Mercantile Knit-Along! Featuring Schoppel-Wolle's Lace Flower, the Chasing Butterflies shawl is a lightweight, simple lace pattern that takes full advantage of the 150 gram cake of yarn.

Want the pattern for free? Purchase our exclusive kit and receive a download code for the pattern for free!

Or purchase the pattern and use the yarn of your choice!

The Chasing Butterflies KAL sarted Thursday, September 1, 2022.

Project

Chasing Butterflies by Ellen Thomas shown in color #2403

Designed by Ellen Thomas of the Chilly Dog, Chasing Butterflies is a gorgeous one-cake shawl that celebrates the joy of lace. With its easy-to-remember repeats, enjoy the adventure as this lightweight project flutters across your needles. 

We are so excited to invite you to join us for this KAL adventure! Choose your favorite colorway and get the exclusive kit, and be ready to cast on September 1, 2022. Ellen will join us in our Ravelry group to answer any questions you and the others might have all month long!

The Kit

The kits have sold out, but you can still get the yarn HERE


Included in each kit:

Schedule

July 29, 2022   Kits available for purchase

September 1, 2022   Pattern released

September 6, 2022   Makers' Night | Meet the designer

September 30, 2022   KAL officially ends

 Remember to connect with other knitters on Makers' Mercantile Ravelry Group Page. The forums let knitters of all skill levels participate ... it's like having a knitting tutor 24/7!

Do I start from the inside or the outside of the cake?

The cast on point for the
Chasing Butterflies pattern is located at the center top of the shawl. If you work from the outside of the cake in, you'll have no problems at all with the yarn tangling as you work.

If you would like to begin with the color of yarn at the center of the cake, we encourage you to hand wind the yarn into a ball, beginning with the tail at the outside. Once wound (it's a project in itself but 

easily done while watching tv, listening to music, or chatting with friends) you will have a sturdy ball of yarn ready to join you on the fluttery adventure.

Videos

Materials

Materials

Lace Flower by Schoppel-Wolle; 100% Superwash wool, 1312 yards / 150 gram cake

Finished Sizes

15-Section Shawl:

105" wingspan, 22" depth


12-Section Shawlette:

81" wingspan, 17" depth

Needles

3.50 mm (approx. US4) Skacel by addi© Rocket 40" circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge

Gauge

24 sts x 44 rows = 4 inches in pattern

Notions

Shop Lace Flower
Shop Needles
Shop Notions

Yarn

Shop Lace Flower

Fiber Content

100% Superwash Wool

Yardage / Weight

150 grams
1312 yards

Care Instructions

Hand wash, lay flat to dry

Sailaway 4-Day KAL with Marie Greene

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Knit Alongs, Olive Knits

The 6th Annual 4 Day Knitalong hosted by Marie Greene of Olive Knits begins on July 1, 2022, and we couldn't be more excited! This year's pattern is named "Sailaway" and features a series of slipped stitches paired with fun 1-over-1 cables. 

Super easy to knit, this seamless cardigan is worked top-down with suggested yarns in either DK or worsted weights and is offered in 9 different sizes.

To focus our efforts a bit, we selected Simpliworsted by HiKoo® as our featured yarn for this KAL.

At this point the colorwork is complete and we are "just swimming along" working our way through the body of the cardigan. 

We hope you will join us! Read on to discover our limited-time special offer!

Save 20% off Simpliworsted

Enjoy 20% off Simpliworsted by HiKoo®, PLUS be among the first 150 customers to purchase 9 or more hanks and we will include the Sailaway cardigan pattern by Marie Greene, PLUS our exclusive Sailaway drawstring project bag as FREE gifts!

Offer good through June 19, 2022

When do I get the pattern?

You will receive a printed copy of the pre-order packet with your shipment. The pattern will automatically update in your Ravelry library, so just check your account first thing in the morning on July 1 to see the pattern update.

Also, join Marie Greene and folks from all over for the Cast-On Party live stream (details will be provided in the pre-order packet).

How Much Yarn do I need?

Use this chart to determine which size you'll make, and also to discover how many hanks of each color yarn you'll need.

Which colors should I choose?

Not sure which to put together? Simpliworsted has many options, including solids, multis, tonals and marled colors. Our team put together a few combos that might be inspiring to you.

Shop Simpliworsted

We can't wait to see your color choices! Be sure to share photos of your progress on social media with the tags: #Oliveknits #Sailaway #Makersmercantile #4dayKAL

Winter Roses KAL

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Knit Alongs, Make Together

We are excited about the upcoming knitalong with skacel and Hannah Mann of Dear Ingénue! Running the entire month of November, join your fiber friends in knitting the Winter Roses pullover!

For a laid-back sweatshirt feel with a fun tri-color motif, this ultra-cozy sweater is knit in the round—from the top-down—so you can try it on as you go! The circular yoke and body are embellished with bands of bold colorwork and textural garter stitch ridges. 

Knit in HiKoo® Simplinatural—a smooth, fluffy, aran-weight yarn, featuring a sumptuous blend of baby alpaca, fine merino wool, and mulberry silk.

The free pattern offers two neck variations, as well as a full-length or cropped-length body. Charted and written instructions are available for the colorwork.

Winter Roses is available in 5 different sizes with two neck and two length options (cowl neck or crew neck & full length or crop length).

Want help choosing colors? Keep scrolling to see some great options selected by the designer!

Get the FREE pattern

Save 15% off Simplinatural
now through 10/31/21

Shop Simplinatural

Purchase 5 or more hanks of Simplinatural, and we will send the Winter Roses Notions Bag as
our gift to you!


Offer good through 10/31/21

  • 40% Alpaca, 40% Merino Wool, 20% Mulberry Silk
  • 183 yards per 100 gram hank
  • 4 - 4.5 sts/ in on US 8 - 9 (5.00 - 5.50 mm) needles
  • Size I (5.50 mm) hook
  • Aran weight
  • Hand wash cold, lay flat
  • Made in Peru

Sizes
1 (XS-S) - 2 (M-L) - 3 (XL-2XL) - 4 (3XL-4XL) - 5 (5XL)

IN INCHES
Bust Circumference: 32 (40, 48, 56, 60)“
Cropped Underarm to Hem: 8”
Full-Length Underarm to Hem: 12.75 (13, 13, 13.5, 14)”

IN CENTIMETERS
Bust Circumference: 81.5 (101.5, 112, 142, 152.5)cm
Cropped Underarm to Hem: 20.5cm
Full-Length Underarm to Hem: 32.5 (33, 33, 34.5, 35.5)“

Model shown is a 40” (101.5cm) bust wearing size 2 (M-L)

Color Combinations

yarn requirements

COWL-neck / FULL-length

SIZES1 (XS-S)2 (M-L)3 (XL-2XL)4 (3-4XL)5 (5XL)
MC4 hanks4 hanks5 hanks6 hanks7 hanks
CC12 hanks2 hanks3 hanks3 hanks4 hanks
CC21 hank1 hank2 hanks2 hanks2 hanks
Total7 hanks7 hanks9 hanks10 hanks12 hanks

COWL-neck / CROPPED-length

SIZES1 (XS-S)2 (M-L)3 (XL-2XL)4 (3-4XL)5 (5XL)
MC3 hanks4 hanks5 hanks6 hanks7 hanks
CC11 hank2 hanks2 hanks2 hanks2 hanks
CC21 hank1 hank1 hank1 hank2 hanks
Total5 hanks7 hanks8 hanks9 hanks11 hanks

CREW-neck / FULL-length

SIZES1 (XS-S)2 (M-L)3 (XL-2XL)4 (3-4XL)5 (5XL)
MC4 hanks4 hanks5 hanks6 hanks7 hanks
CC11 hank2 hanks2 hanks2 hanks3 hanks
CC21 hank1 hank1 hank1 hank2 hanks
Total6 hanks7 hanks8 hanks9 hanks12 hanks

CREW-neck / CROPPED-length

SIZES1 (XS-S)2 (M-L)3 (XL-2XL)4 (3-4XL)5 (5XL)
MC3 hanks4 hanks5 hanks6 hanks6 hanks
CC11 hank2 hanks2 hanks2 hanks2 hanks
CC21 hank1 hank1 hank1 hank2 hanks
Total5 hanks6 hanks7 hanks9 hanks10 hanks

Gauge: 20 sts & 24 rows = 4” 10cm in pattern

Smaller Needles: 16” (40cm) and 32” (80cm) US 8 (5mm) skacel by addi® circular needles, and DPNs for sleeves if not using the Magic Loop Method

Larger Needles: 32” (80cm) US 9 (5.5mm) skacel by addi® circular needles, and DPNs for sleeves if not using the Magic Loop Method

Notions: Stitch marker, Tapestry needle, Scissors

Happy Hour KAL with Marie Greene of Olive Knits

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Knit Alongs, Make Together, Olive Knits
Here in the Pacific Northwest our favorite pre-Pandemic outings were for Happy Hour. Typically offered between 3 – 5 PM, meeting a friend for Happy Hour was often the most looked-forward-to date on the calendar. It meant meeting at a favorite local haunt to share a tasty bite to eat and maybe a glass of wine (at a discount!). For me, Happy Hour is about stepping away from the stresses of the day to savor the last bits of daylight with a friend. 
Click on the video (above) to watch Marie tell you all about it!

We may be finding new ways to connect these days, but we can still mark those hours from 3-5 once in a while to connect with our favorite people. What time shall we meet for Happy Hour? Choose 3 PM, 4 PM, or 5 PM by selecting the same number of pattern repeats on your yoke.

jOIN THE CONVERSATION

Share your project progress with fellow Makers' in the Olive Knits Student Lounge HERE, and on social media using the following hashtags:

#HappyHourKAL
#OliveKnits
#MakersMercantile
Shop Sueño
Buy the Happy Hour Pattern

Happy Hour KAL Party!



Sign up for these FREE events, and you will receive invitation emails with information on how to join the virtual meetings on the day of the event. Learn about accessing our online events HERE.


Monday, 10/19, 5-6pm (Pacific) | Happy Hour Cast on Party

Monday, 11/2, 5-6pm (Pacific) | Happy Hour Check in 

Monday, 11/30, 5-6pm (Pacific | Happy Hour Show and Tell

Sign up now

Materials

DK | Hikoo Sueño | 80% superwash merino, 20% viscose from Bamboo | 255 yards/233 m in 100g

Main Color: 950 (1100, 1250, 1388, 1483, 1560, 1642, 1728, 1820) yards/ 868 (1005, 1143, 1269, 1356, 1426, 1501, 1580, 1664) meters
Contrast Color: 175 (187, 200, 212, 229, 243, 257, 273, 289) yards/ 160 (171, 183, 194, 209, 222, 235, 249, 264) meters

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
Finished bust/chest measurements: 32 (37, 41, 46, 50, 52, 57, 63, 66) in / 81.28 (93.98, 104.14, 116.84, 127, 132.08, 144.78, 160.02, 167.64) cm
Yoke Depth: 8.9 (9.2, 9.9, 10, 11.3, 11.3, 11.5, 12.5, 12.8) in / 22.61 (23.37, 25.15, 25.4, 28.7, 28.7, 29.21, 31.75, 32.51) cm

Note about choosing size: Choose the size that gives you a finished measurement that is 2-4 in/5-10 cm larger than your actual chest/bust measurement.

Needles
Note: Adjust your needle size, if necessary, to obtain correct gauge. You may need to go up or down a needle size to reach the recommended gauge – that’s perfectly normal.


US Size 3/3.25mm (16 in/40 cm) circular needle – neckline (for a looser neckline, go up a needle size)

US size 4/3.5mm (24 in/60 cm) circular needle – upper body

US Size 4/3.5mm (32-40 in/80-100 cm) circular needle – as needed for body stitches

US size 3/3.25mm (24-40 in/60-100 cm) circular needle – lower body ribbing

US Size 4/3.5mm (12 in) circular or DPNs or Magic Loop – sleeves

US Size 3/3.25mm (12 in) circular or DPNs or Magic Loop – cuffs

August, 2020 MKAL with The Chilly Dog

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Chilly Dog, Knit Alongs
The Chilly Dog Logo

Solacer Wrap MKAL

Ready for a relaxing, rewarding project? Ellen Thomas of The Chilly Dog is hosting our next knit-along, and we couldn't be more excited to share the details (well, some of them) with you!

That's right, this time it's a mystery! Working with Popcycle by HiKoo, the Solacer Wrap is designed to be meditative, and Ellen's calm, clear presentation of both pattern and technique promises to deliver a stress-free experience. 

Knit along with the group as we progress week to week and the project is slowly revealed. We assure you that it's a lovely finished object, and that once complete, it is ideal for those cooler nights and mornings that are just around the bend.

Timeline

Each week, the Solacer Wrap MKAL pattern file will be updated to include the following sections: 


Friday, July 31 – Sections 1 and 2 are released
Monday, August 3 – Section 3
Monday, August 10 – Section 4
Monday, August 17 – Section 5
Monday, August 24 – The complete pattern file is released, and photography is updated on the pattern file.

The pattern will be updated with the first clues revealed on
July 31, 2020 at 9am Pacific!

Solacer Wrap MKAL

Join the Conversation

Share your project progress with fellow Makers' in our Ravelry group HERE, and on social media using the following hashtags:

#SolacerWrapMKAL
#MakersMercantile
#TheChillyDog

The Kit

Each kit contains everything you need (except time!) to make this gorgeous wrap, including: 

  • 3 hanks of Popcycle by HiKoo
  • 20" or 24" long addi Natura Bamboo fixed circular size US 4 (3.50 mm)*
  • Five (5) locking stitch markers
  • Download code for the Solacer Wrap MKAL pattern
  • Makers' Mercantile drawstring project bag
*Depending on availability
Get the Kit

Materials

Materials

Popcycle by HiKoo®

(3) hanks

Finished

Size

12 1/2" wide

x 66" long,

after blocking

Needles

US 4 (3.50 mm)

20" circulars

Gauge

25 Stitches x 31 rows

= 4" in Stockinette 

Notions

  • 5 Stitch Markers

  • Measuring Tape

  • Scissors

  • Tapestry Needle

April 2020 – Curious Make Along with Franklin Habit

by Jen Burt, posted in Knit Alongs

Today the the first day of our next Curious Make Along with Franklin Habit.

From the unique shape to the gorgeous play of color, the Temple of Flora has intrigued me and had me longing to cast on, but my favorite part of this pattern is the use of the mosaic technique. 

I am a huge fan of colorwork patterns and mosaic knitting is one of my favorite ways to add colorful designs. Using one color at a time makes mosaic knitting one of the easiest colorwork techniques, and it eliminates the worry of puckering due to strands pulled too tight.  Additionally, because these patterns are created with slipped stitches, it makes the patterns more geometric in nature and the charts are easier to read and follow.

 

I have already cast on and I have been using this project to

Zauberball Crazy Cotton in color 2392 & HiKoo Cobasi DK in 2020 Color of the Year

practice my backwards knitting skills.  What is knitting backwards you ask? It is exactly what it sounds like and rather than turning your work to purl the next row, you knit “back” over the stitches. It is a particularly useful skill when knitting a small number of stitches with two colors of yarn, as it keeps the yarn from tangling when you turn at the end of every row. Want to learn more? Our friend Chilly Dog is hosting a video event on April 11th to teach you this useful technique. You can learn more here.

 

 

 

 

 

If you want to knit along with us we have a few kits left, so order a kit and knit along, we can’t wait to see how your colors play together, and don’t forget to tag your project #curiouskal and #templeofflora

 

 

Until next time – Happy Knitting!

April 2020 Knit Along with Franklin Habit

by Makers' Mercantile, posted in Knit Alongs, Make Together

 

The Temple of Flora Wrap, knit with Schoppel-Wolle Zauberball Crazy Cotton, was inspired by time spent wandering along among the ancient Roman ruins of Ostia and Herculaneum. Brilliant colors shimmer, shatter, and disappear across a field of geometric mosaic knitting. The pattern includes several other skill-building techniques such as chart reading, short rowing, and a simple (but optional) crochet edge detail. The piece is designed to sit comfortably on the shoulders through a shaped neck edge and an unusual bat-wing construction. If you’re a knitter who enjoys a bit of a challenge in pursuit of a beautiful finished object, join Franklin Habit in making your own Temple of Flora. As always, Curious Knit-Along with Makers’ Mercantile offers online support including videos; extended illustrated discussions of technique, history, and design; plus the fellowship of a supportive and enthusiastic community.

Project

flora-06-r

Get the Kit

As always, our Curious Knit-Alongs are designed for the knitter who is looking to learn a little bit more about the history of knitting, the structure of knitted fabrics, and techniques they may not yet have encountered. All this, plus the fellowship of a friendly and supportive group moderated by the designer.

The KAL begins April 10th, and the adventure will continue through May 8, 2020.

flora-08-r
Shown in Version A Colorway

Join the Knit-Along and spend time with other makers in the forum. Franklin will add witty instruction and guidance as the KAL progresses. If the kits have sold out, or if you’d like to use different colors or yarn, use the links below to purchase kit components (while supplies last).

Materials

                                                                                   

                  

 

Materials

 Zauberball Crazy Cotton100% Organic Cotton 230 yds / 100g ball

Version A (Sample) Sold Out C1: 2368, 2 balls; C2: 2367, 3 balls

Version B C1: 2367, 2 balls; C2: 2368, 3 balls

Version C C1: 2392, 2 balls; C2: 2366, 3 balls

Version D C1: 2390, 2 balls; C2: 2366, 3 balls

Version E C1: 2391, 2 balls; C2: 2392, 3 balls

Finished Size

 74″ Wingspan x 34″ High

Needles

 addi® US 4 (3.50mm) 24” (60cm) long circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge

 20 sts and 40 rows = 4” in garter stitch

Notions

 24 Locking-Ring Stitch Markers

About 8 yards of plain, light-colored worsted-weight scrap yarn

Measuring Tape

Scissors

Tapestry Needle

Yarn

2367
2367
2392
2392
2366
2366
2390
2390
2391
2391
2368
2368

PLEASE NOTE: 

Every ball is unique.Not all colors shown will be found in all balls.

Zauberball Crazy Cotton

Fiber Content

 100% Organic Cotton

Yardage / Weight

 230 yards / 210 meters per 100 gram ball

Gauge

 US 2 – 6 (3.00 – 4.00 mm) needles6 stitches per inch

Care Instructions

 Hand wash, dry flat

 

February Sock of the Month

by BeLinda Creech, posted in Knit Alongs

Howdy Ya'll!

Is it just me or was January 872 days long? But now you probably got your February sock box, and since we are inching towards Valentines Day we're celebrating all things love and sweets... so perhaps February will scoot a long a little better. (January seriously. It was not pretty!)

First of all, isn't the yarn just yummy? I loved watching it change as I knit these socks and I love how squooshy it is. I am a loose knitter and almost every sock I knit is done on US1s. I knit these on size US2 FlipSticks. That sharper tip was so perfect for the yarnover stitch in the pattern.

And speaking of that little stitch, loosen up on that...I ripped back more than once because I just kept pulling it too tight and it looked funny and made little holes. Once I loosened up, the arrows started to pop and they were so much fun. Creating them made the pattern go faster, and it was such fun watching them take shape. (I realize now that in progress pictures would have been so helpful for you guys and I just didn't think of it but I will do better next month, I promise!)

The other thing I wanted to mention was the size of the sock. I worried that it wasn't as adjustable like a lot of patterns I use or create.... And with that stitch count.. how's this going to fit my fat foot?! It fit me great (also I love the ribbing on the ankle) but then! In some sort of sock magic! It also fit my teen daughter with a slimmer and smaller foot. So go for it. There's a lot of give in the fit!

If you didn't get this month's box, or you're curious what's inside, you can watch Karin reveal the February Sock of the Month box in this video:

I hope you like your stitch marker. CeeCee and I really wanted to capture how deep and beautiful the red of the yarn was. We love making stitch markers and playing in beads. In a future month we might create a stitch marker tutorial for you...they make great gifts and are so fun for sharing and swapping.

I'm in the Ravelry group (I'm Knittybe over there) so please hop over there and join the conversation. If you get stuck, or something doesn't make sense, please ask! I know you will enjoy knitting these cozy socks and I'm glad to help you if you need it. I love knitting socks and if you're new to it, it really doesn't need to be scary.

I may have already had a peek at the yarn for next month...in fact, it *might* be on my needles right now. It's beautiful yarn. The pattern is fun. It is different from anything I've done before and I don't want you to miss it! Please sign up for March before they sell out!

Your sock knitting pal,

BeLinda

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