Here are the free patterns from the March issue of Knitting Purls.
Tropical Sore Bandages
Materials
225 yards No. 10 knit Cro-sheen, 100% mercerized cotton in white, cream or ecru. Do not use dyes/colors.
Size 2 or 3 needles
Cast on 24 to 27 stitches so the bandage measures 3˝-4˝ across. Knit every row until bandage is desired length of about 4 feet. (TIP: I find the edge looks neater if I slip the first stitch of each row instead of knitting it.) Bind off, leaving a 2-3˝ tail to weave in. Secure tail by slipping thread through last stitch, tying a small knot, and weaving end back through stitches.
When completed, roll bandages and secure with a large (2˝) safety pin. Put in plastic bag, remove air, and seal.
(©LDS Humanitarian Services)
Kitty Comfort Zone
(by Laura Wilson-Martos)
Materials
2 balls Paton’s Cha Cha (50 gram/77 yards) or any crinkly eyelash/fun fur of similar gauge
2 balls Sensations Cello (50 gram/55 yards) or any straight eyelash of similar gauge
2 balls Caron Bliss (50 gram/71 yards) or any chunky, super-squishy and soft yarn
Size 15 needles or size required to knit gauge
Gauge
Using a strand of each yarn throughout, 10 stitches/12 rows over 4 inches of garter stitch
Holding a strand of all three yarns together, cast on 40 stitches.
Knit every row for 52 rows.
Bind off loosely.
Weave in ends.
Introduce to kitty.
Watch kitty drag through house.
(©2008, Laura Wilson-Martos)
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Friday, January 25, 2008
We're Here!!!
The first issue of Knitting Purls has been sent out to all subscribers! Yee haw! We had some technical difficulties, but it's out there. And I've already received some very positive feedback! Thanks to everyone who helped birth this new endeavor.
If you would like to receive Knitting Purls, just send an e-mail to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com.
The subject of the survey for the March issue is the local yarn shop. What makes you keep coming back to your favorite LYS? What makes you stay away? And LYS owners, what makes a good customer? What don't you want to see? Send your answers to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com.
If you would like to receive Knitting Purls, just send an e-mail to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com.
The subject of the survey for the March issue is the local yarn shop. What makes you keep coming back to your favorite LYS? What makes you stay away? And LYS owners, what makes a good customer? What don't you want to see? Send your answers to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com.
Friday, November 9, 2007
I Wonder What . . .
How often have you wanted to know how a particular yarn worked up before you plopped down your money--or charge card or Paypal number--to but enough for that special project? We all probably have at one time or another. After all, yarn can be very expensive.
One of the features of Knitting Purls will be a yarn review. You'll be able to find out what other knitters think about a specific yarn. For the first issue, Lion Brand's Cotton Ease will be reviewed.
If there's a yarn you'd like to see reviewed, drop a note to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com. If you'd like to be a reviewer, send a note to the same e-mail address.
One of the features of Knitting Purls will be a yarn review. You'll be able to find out what other knitters think about a specific yarn. For the first issue, Lion Brand's Cotton Ease will be reviewed.
If there's a yarn you'd like to see reviewed, drop a note to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com. If you'd like to be a reviewer, send a note to the same e-mail address.
Friday, November 2, 2007
Your Chance to State Your Opinion
The launch date for Knitting Purls is approaching. Thanks to everyone who has subscribed to this free online newsletter. It's not too late: to sign up, just send an e-mail to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com.
What Do You Think?
Taking the Internet world by storm these days is Ravelry, an online community for knitters, crocheters, and others who work with fiber. A recent thread concerned local yarn shops. Some of the stories told on the site were quite disheartening--especially if someone is already hesitant to visit their LYS. Here's what Knitting Purls wants to know:
What can an LYS do to make you comfortable shopping there, and what does it need to do to make you a repeat customer?
Send your answer to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com by December 16, 2007.
What Do You Think?
Taking the Internet world by storm these days is Ravelry, an online community for knitters, crocheters, and others who work with fiber. A recent thread concerned local yarn shops. Some of the stories told on the site were quite disheartening--especially if someone is already hesitant to visit their LYS. Here's what Knitting Purls wants to know:
What can an LYS do to make you comfortable shopping there, and what does it need to do to make you a repeat customer?
Send your answer to knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com by December 16, 2007.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Have You Used Cotton Ease?
I hope to have at least one yarn review in each issue of Knitting Purls. Cotton Ease by Lion Brand is being reviewed for the inaugural issue. If you've used Cotton Ease and would like to write a review, please contact: knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com.
Welcome to Knitting Purls
You Found Us!!
Welcome to the blog for Knitting Purls, the free online knitting newsletter. The newsletter launches on January 15, 2008, so keep your eyes open.
What can you expect from Knitting Purls? A lot of you. I've interviewed knitters of many skill levels to find out what they would like in a knitting-related newsletter. There will be articles, patterns, and reviews. There'll be the occasional poll and contest--yes, with prizes. The newsletter is evolving, and it'll follow the needs of its subscribers.
How to Get Involved
If you have an idea for an article, review, etc., please let me know (knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com). If you'd like to write something for the newsletter or contribute a pattern, let me know. Keep in mind, however, that no one is getting paid for their work on this newsletter.
How to Subscribe
There's no fee to subscribe to the newsletter. Just drop an e-mail to:
knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com
with your name and e-mail address, and I'll put you on the subscriber list. Remember, it's FREE! Don't be afraid: I won't be giving or selling your subscription information to anyone.
I hope to hear from you soon, and to add you to the list of subscribers.
Welcome to the blog for Knitting Purls, the free online knitting newsletter. The newsletter launches on January 15, 2008, so keep your eyes open.
What can you expect from Knitting Purls? A lot of you. I've interviewed knitters of many skill levels to find out what they would like in a knitting-related newsletter. There will be articles, patterns, and reviews. There'll be the occasional poll and contest--yes, with prizes. The newsletter is evolving, and it'll follow the needs of its subscribers.
How to Get Involved
If you have an idea for an article, review, etc., please let me know (knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com). If you'd like to write something for the newsletter or contribute a pattern, let me know. Keep in mind, however, that no one is getting paid for their work on this newsletter.
How to Subscribe
There's no fee to subscribe to the newsletter. Just drop an e-mail to:
knittingpurls@wmseditorial.com
with your name and e-mail address, and I'll put you on the subscriber list. Remember, it's FREE! Don't be afraid: I won't be giving or selling your subscription information to anyone.
I hope to hear from you soon, and to add you to the list of subscribers.
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