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Retro Wedge Felted Bag

This pattern uses Short Rows to create the wedged bottom/sides. and the whole thing is felted to create a firm and sturdy bag. Instructions are included for felting the bag. Yarn: Cascade 220, or other worsted weight wool or wool blend yarn suitable for felting. 3 skeins (the bag took 2 full skeins plus a […]

Simple Trekking Socks

These socks were designed to showcase the beautiful colors and subtle variegations of Trekking XXL sock yarn, but could be done beautifully in any subtly variegated yarn. The simple texture at cuff and toe gives a bit of interest for both the knitter and the wearer. The k2 p2 ribbing and the reinforced stitch on […]

Serpentine Mitts

These simple fingerless gloves fit like a dream and look like a million bucks. The non-traditional cable is fun to knit as well as fun to wear. This pattern is offered in 3 sizes and the larger sizes could easily be for men as well. Sizing is measured by hand circumference around the palm, above […]

Adamas Shawl

“Adamas” in Greek means indomitable or untamable. This name was given to diamonds because of their ability to scratch anything, while not being scratched themselves. The diamond motif in this shawl was adapted from the pattern for a bread cloth in Sophia Caulfeild’s Dictionary of Needlework, first published in 1882. This shawl is worked from […]

It is raining, and I am pleased

The rain is just what I needed after the last month. It’s been quite hot here, with highs in the upper 90’s, and my garden is pleased as punch about it and has shown me so by producing tomatoes a full month earlier than normal. Rain always feels like a fresh start for me, and […]

Oblique Scarf

Purchase the pdf file now through Ravelry (you don’t have to be a Ravelry member to purchase) | add to cart | show cart Slightly angled, and fully reversible, this hybrid scarf/shoulder shawl is delightful to knit in garter stitch with a cable and lace border and short rows to shape the point. This scarf […]

Going on Tour!

In support of this lovely new Craftsy class I have, I just wanted to let you all know about my blog tour! I’ll be answering interview questions, there will be reviews of the class, and I’ll be guest posting too. I’ll update this post with more stops as they’re scheduled, but there should be a […]

I went to Denver and all I got was THIS AWESOME ONLINE CLASS!

So a while back I went to Denver, craft beer capital of the world, and home to quite possibly the happiest place on Earth (hint: Disneyland is not it), Fancy Tiger Crafts. I got to do a Trunk Show with the wonderful knitters of Denver, and attend Craft Night there and the place instantly felt […]

Purchase Success!

Thanks for your purchase! If you purchased a Print Book only, your order will be shipped shortly. If you purchased a print and digital, the digital will be gifted to you and the book shipped. If you forgot to send your Ravelry ID with the purchase, please email it now to orders AT mimknits DOT […]

That moment before I breathe again….

You know that moment… when you’re waiting for an answer, waiting for the next step, or you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop…. that held breath, the suspended time. That frozen moment, where you feel like time has slowed and will never reach its conclusion. Yeah. That’s where I am. I’m winding up the […]