Your talents are needed ...

Here's my Purple Stitch Ninja ready to put a hurtin' on epilepsy. Where's yours?

Knit, Crochet or Sew for the Purple Stitch Project to raise epilepsy awareness.

This little warrior is knit with Vickie Howell's (for Caron) Sheep(ish) in Magenta(ish) and White(ish).

There's also a crochet version and plushies to sew so everyone can jump into action.

Find out more about this wonderful organization, patterns, online communities and ways you can contribute at

 Purple Stitch Project.

  One stitch can make such a difference in the world...your talents are needed.

Margaret

Charity begins at home, but should not end there.

Thomas Fuller

BrainyQuote.com

Freebie Friday

Autumn Wowza Scarf and Shades of the Celtic Forest Wrist Warmers from knit1fortheroad.com

Here are some fun projects to keep you knitting, hooking and stitching this weekend.  Enjoy!

Knit Picks  (I loved them all so you're just going to have to check the page out - lol)

Chain Reaction Afghan Project eBook from Interweave (don't miss this one!)
(crochet)

Travel Go Lightly Purse from knit1fortheroad.com

Autumn Wowza Scarf,  Cowlie Conditions Ahead , Shades of the Celtic Forest Wrist Warmers,  and Travel Go Lightly Purse all from my website, knit1fortheroad.com free pattern section. (knit)  I hope you have as much fun making these projects as I did.

(Felt Project to Cut and Stitch) Felt Owl Measuring Tape + Free PDF Pattern made available by TinyApartmentCrafts.

We're having a big birthday celebration for Dave even though Irene is making it's way up the coast.  At least we'll have cake and ice cream!  Stay safe wherever you are.

Margaret (so can't get over an earthquake and hurricane in the same week)

©Margaret Nock, Knit1fortheroad.com™ 2008-2011 The Knit1fortheroad.com patterns and photographs in this document are the property of knit1fortheroad.com and for non-commercial (personal) use only. Unauthorized reproduction, sale in whole or in part, or distribution of the pattern, or knit item is prohibited. All rights reserved.

Follow along on Twitter @ knit1fortheroad and visit my shop, Margknittinaround on Etsy.  New items coming soon!

Grab you crafty tools your crafty enthusiasm!. Enjoy community and inspiration. Join us on CreatingTheHive

BEE crafty!

 

Knit Knitavian Style: Allow your knitting adventures to begin.

Knit 1 for the Road  Available on Kindle, Only $5.99!

You might enjoy Lewis Hine's work....

Kids at Work: Lewis Hine and the Crusade Against Child Labor

Hine's is attributed as being the first photo journalist to write notes and include a story caption for his photos. This allowed the reader to be drawn into the heart of his images.  We continue this tradition today.  Thought you might enjoy learning about this fascinating photojournalist and his work.

Do you sew, knit or crochet?

Slippers are knit and made with Red Heart Super Saver Yarn  in Royal and Turqua

Here's what I've been working on this week for The Pink Slipper Project.  I'll be making a few more this weekend to donate next week.  Just felt like sharing a bit, today.

Join in the fun and help others heal by making slippers for The Pink Slipper Project.  There are a variety of  knit, crochet and sewing patterns to choose from.  You can also go to CreatingTheHive and follow along there. Snag their banner from the website (also on my r/h sidebar if you're reading this on blogger) and spread the word.

Allow the healing to begin, for yourself and others.

Margaret (getting a nudge from the universe to remember and acknowledge the big picture- so hard)

©MargaretNock, 2011. All rights reserved.

What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.

-Pericles

For more inspiration, please visit THE WELLNESS MANUAL

You might also enjoy:

The Gift of Change: Spiritual Guidance for Living Your Best Life

You're invited to enjoy arts, crafts and community on CreatingTheHive.  What are you waiting for?

New! Find your fav crafting items & good prices at...

This just in! FaveCrafts.com has a new store. Yay!Crafty times are ahead in 2011 at CutRateCraftSupplies. You make it...they have all your crafty needs in one place with good prices and selections.  Check out the yarn selection page, knit & crochet tabs knitters and crocheters.  Quilting, sewing and other needle arts supplies can also be found. Beads and other supplies can be found on the CraftsCatalog section.   Paper your thing?  No worries - check the Memory & More section. Paint supplies are here...candle making goodies right over here.  Not sure what you're looking for?  Try the A-Z tab for your favorite brands.

Okay, I'm out of breath posting all these links - check out the site and stock up on your supplies for 2011.

Back to your regularly scheduled knitting...and crafting!

Margaret (surrounded by knit and crochet projects to catch up on)

Creating The Hive is a busy place to bee!  Start the fun here.

Valentine's Day is coming...give a knitter the knitting joy they deserve all year round.

Grab a signed copy at margknittinaround on Etsy 

©Margaret Nock, Knit Knitavian Style: Allow your knitting adventures to begin.

Author House Publishing, 2010

Nifty needle arts & super knitting connections

It's events central this year...and yes I just posted about events yesterday, but I can't help myself.  Please indulge me...

Rocky Mountain Sew Expo - Feb 3-5 in Denver, CO
Near Denver?  Many of you knit and sew, quilt, embroider, etc.  If you're like me, you just really love all the new fabrics and needlearts. Do you drool over lush threads, colors, fabrics and accessories? This event is definitely for you.

Now I know you're thinking...did she say sewing?  That's not knitting!  Would I disappoint the knitters? - naaah

Knitter's Connection is back in 2011 with all the delicious fibers, vendors, classes and soooo much more.  Get the scoop and start making plans to visit Columbus, OH June 15-18, 2011.  It's air-conditioned, roomy and always well organized. Great classes and the market is to die for.  Did I just say that?  Wow, I must be super excited.

I just love needlearts.
Margaret (wonder, dream, and anticipate- all good)



Needle Arts Featuring Shay Pendray


Complete Guide to Quilting


No Idle Hands: The Social History of American Knitting

Create-Inspire-Enjoy! Creating The Hive is waiting for your creativity...join in the fun here.

Free February Pattern- Pomp-a-doodle Pillow

This month's free project is whimsical and full of heart.  Here is the Pomop-a-doodle Pillow Pattern as promised!  This cozy pillow will help you express your love, hope and joy for  life.  Choose the fleece pictured, or material of your choice, and add the adorable Pomp-a-doodle trim.  I have included resource information for you.  The pillow cover can be hand sewn or machine sewn.  Your choice.

Pomp-A-Doodle Pillow Talk on Knit1fortheroad.com.  Visit often for resources, fun knitting links and free patterns.


Feel the love and share it!


Marg

Create, Restyle, Get Your Fashion On!

It's summer, and time for a little restyle with CraftStylish Magazine. You don't have to sew to love this mag - it's knit and crochet friendly, as well. There are plenty of projects to choose from that will help you reuse materials and restyle your wardrobe and/or home. Two of my favs are the Recycled Wrap Skirt which is a project made from strips of T-shirts and Knit Knack, a project to felt an old sweater and create a cropped vest. Do stop by Craftsylish.com and check out all the new crafting ideas, patterns and articles. There is something for every crafter here. You can also set up your own gallery and receive their newsletter.

Moving on to a little slice of life...as we know,needleworkers come in all shapes, sizes and genders. Over the weekend, I encountered an avid needleworker and employee in Home Depot while we were getting a refresher demo regarding leveling and tying off some blinds. Our demo guy - we'll call him Mr. J- said he used one of his many crochet hooks to catch and pull the cord through. My husband and I exchanged that "omg!" look and smiled. We knew where this was headed. Now I know more men are into needlearts - hooray! but this caught me off guard because he has been our go-to dude for two years (as he is also known as the Google of the store) and the subject never came up. We had a delightful conversation about how he began his needlework in the hospital as a small boy and moved on to when he was in college, he saved the day when a costume designer needed tatting for a dress. Way to go Mr. J!

Marg (never overlooking the potential to be pleasantly surprised again)

Molly & Marg at ObservatoryPark concert last weekend.

AGAIN WITH THE FREE SPRING PATTERNS!

More spring patterns that have caught my eye.

One knit or crochet ;), one to crochet and one to recycle from a t-shirt...And free - check'um!

Vogue Knitting Summer 09 Knit or Crochet Rose Choker

Hannah's Crocheted Cotton Chenille Spring Ruffle Scarf

Spring Scarf from old t-shirts

Dream it, make it and LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL!

Marg (feeling a cool breeze and lots of sunshine today)