Wacky and Wonderful Woollies

Wacky Woollies Ceramic Mug
Hope you all had a nice holiday filled with fireworks, bbq and good times here in the U.S.  I spent time kayaking and getting caught up on some projects for various charities.  There's something about a long, hot summer holiday that makes me loose focus on knitting.  That's when I often double down on crochet -another passion of mine.  It's been wonderful to be able to do both, and I encourage you to pick up needles and hooks whenever you can.  Either way, or both -it's all good stuff.

While I was at the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival this year, I came across some woollies - Wacky Woollies, that is at All About Yarn. (one of my favorite stops at the event) Delightful and fun accessories for the yarnie in all of us.  These woollies are colorful, full of attittude and just the thing to raise your spirits.
Celtic Hills has a good selection.  The Dublin Gift Company on Amazon has good prices, also. Take a look and see what you think. 

Knitting, like life, should be fun, colorful and wacky at times.
Happy Tuesday!
Marg (a bit colorful with a splash of tude)

Kool Kit City!

Kit Alert!  KnitPicks has new adorable, quirky, and fun knitting kits.

Start with the Elegant Edibles Kit, Fruit and Vegetable Bags which includes Wool of the Andes in luscious colors such as Avocado, Jalapeno, Orange, Amethyst, Heather and Fairy Tale and more...plus embellishments and instructions for creating these wonderful clutches.  You provide the needles, stitch markers, crochet hook and snap.

Barnyard Buddies for the baby in your life.  Cute or what?  Check it!

How about the Mr. Roboto Kit?  Meet Oscillatrix, Mr. T. and Squatty all made with Shine Worsted and waiting for a dance challenge on So You Think You Can Dance.

Need more new kits?  No problem.  Sock, hat with mittens, and more baby kits await.  Visit the KnitPicks homepage for current sales, new items, and more.

Happy new week, happy new kits.

Marg (skipping down Kool Kit Lane)

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Socks a La Carte 2: Toes Up!: Pick and Choose Patterns to Knit Socks Your Way

Crafty Inspiration!

Cover Image is by Natalie Jeffcott
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It's crafty time!  Issue #12 of Mix Tape is pre-selling now.  This color issue is another jumbo edition and I'm thrilled to tell you, my article, Crafting In The Animal Kingdom of Personality, is included in all the crafty, eco-friendly fun.  (Doin' a dance while typing, here)  Read this fun personality roundup and find out what your crafting personality is.

Every issue is jam packed, people.  You'll also find reviews, expert crafters sharing their tips, insights into the world of crafting, and how they balance it all.  Toss in beautiful illustrations and graphics and mix with easy and fun ways to make your life more eco-friendly.
 
You will find MixTape is full of heart. It's the perfect magazine to keep you inspired year round.  What are you waiting for?  Your copy awaits!

Mix it up a little today and let your crafty side out.

Marg (walking down Craft Ave with a smile)

Find and keep your place with ease...

StitchDots Rock! Find them at PolarKnit.

Today, I was checking in on PolarKnits . They have new and interesting products, as well as some nifty free patterns.

The StitchDots™ really caught my eye because it has words and symbols imprinted on each marker. Handy words like "Start" and "End" for your row, RS and WS markers (right side and wrongside of knitted garment) as well as Dec (decrease) Inc(increase) and more! Each adorable package has 20 markers and a "retro" pouch. These markers would be very helpful for knitting and crochet projects. I remember struggling with marking projects, especially when I first began knitting and crochet. You will need markers at every level of knitting and crochet so it's a good investment, as well. Keeping your place can be difficult, frustrating, and hold you back. It's wonderful to see such an innovative, yet simple, tool to help keep you motivated.

I've purchased PolarKnit Yarn in the past, and have been very satisfied with the colors and texture. If these markers interest you, check it, mark it, and keep on knitting. Warning! If you're in a knitting or crochet group, you'll have to keep them close - and share where you bought them. We all know a good thing when we see it.

Marg (feeling the knitting, crochet, and crafting spirit today and hope you are, as well)

No more knitting by the seat of your...

Hellooooo Holiday Knitters and Crocheters!

Holiday knitting is upon us, and you may need a little help with body measurements for your next project. YarnStandards.com can be a HUGE help so add them to your favs and visit often for reassurance. Check out the sidebar for additional subjects you need help with, including knit and crochet abbreviations, charts, symbols, and English and Spanish versions. Hooray! I love a one stop info site, don't you? Whew...no more wondering, now you will know for sure.

So please, no knitting by the seat of your pants, or skirts this year...smooth knitting projects ahead.

Now I'm giggling at the thought of knitting by the seat of your pants/skirts or perhaps skorts?...ok now I'm just rolling on the floor laughing -hope you are too-happy Wed/knit/crochet hump day)



Marg (excited about all the new items coming to margknittinaround)


Cup from Atelier Marla on Etsy! See her interview here!

New handmade items on my Etsy store margknittinaround! Big Sale on patterns, kits, and books! More items being added this week. Grab your mochas and visit awhile, snag a snuggly hand knit or crocheted item, and if you see something you like, please add it to your favs.

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