Monthly Archives: May 2018

Introducing Scéal Grá by LB Handknits

Posted on May 30, 2018 by knittingthestash

I’ve been working on a last minute test knit for Albina of LB Handknits: this is Scéal Grá (pronounced ‘scale grah’), which means ‘love story’ in Irish. It’s a gorgeous top down, seamless pullover with a lace yoke. As always: … Continue reading →

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KNITCRATE Subscription Boxes!

Posted on May 28, 2018 by knittingthestash

As some of you know, KNITCRATE often sends out review samples to podcasters and bloggers. It’s always fun to get a little surprise in the mail and I’m excited to tell you about the April and May Sock Crate Membership … Continue reading →

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Foundry Sample Knit for Wool & Honey

Posted on May 23, 2018 by knittingthestash

[Scroll down for some *hilarious* outtakes from Spencer–the man behind the camera] This one is pretty gorgeous and artsy. Foundry by Jared Flood of Brooklyn Tweed. Knit in Arbor (100% American grown and spun Targhee); the scarf is a sample … Continue reading →

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Episode 37: Knitting for the Finish Line

Posted on May 20, 2018 by knittingthestash

Happily, my finish lines aren’t too far away! But I have been knitting with deadlines for some time now! On this episode, I discuss the sample knit cabled scarf I completed for Wool & Honey and the last minute test … Continue reading →

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Sand by Kephren Pritchett

Posted on May 12, 2018 by knittingthestash

Kephren is a brilliant designer and tech editor; you can read more about her work on her website. I absolutely love this Sand shawl (made in Mad Tosh Merino Light)! I’ve posted elsewhere about the modification I made to the … Continue reading →

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The Better Sweater Series #4

Posted on May 2, 2018 by knittingthestash

Hi everyone! I am a couple of days late with this installment because of the end of semester madness that was April! But here she is! In this fourth video in the series I discuss pattern writing, show you my … Continue reading →

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