Friday, April 30, 2010
light pink beret
"Another finished freeform item, ready for the auction in February, to raise money for breast cancer research - see www.ravelry.com/groups/the-pink-project or www.knotjustknitting.com for details"
Pink Project Collar
"Another finished freeform item, ready for the auction in February, to raise money for breast cancer research - see www.ravelry.com/groups/the-pink-project or www.knotjustknitting.com for details"
Pink Project hat
"Another finished freeform item, ready for the auction in February, to raise money for breast cancer research - see www.knotjustknitting.com or www.ravelry.com/groups/the-pink-project for details"
Flowers For Sarah 001
Photographer's note:
"These are crochet pink flowers destined to be part of a kntited and crocheted bouquet in honour of Sarah one of the founder members of our Knit Club the Knitting Noras of Bolton UK who sadly passed away recently.The bouquet will be mostly pinks because she was battling breast cancer when she passed."
Ann Marie Stockings
"In association with Lorna's Lace this pattern is free to download and designed by Erssie Major to use with Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock Multi from which 20% of profits from sales will be donated to women's cancer charities
Go here for free pattern download
www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ann-marie-stockings
Model: Jennifer Gwiazdowski
Photography by Stevie Savage/Raid Zero
Knitter & Tech editor: Abi Flynn/Noblin Knits
Knit Blanket - Front
Photo note:
"I made this for a silent auction. A friend is recovering from cancer and we are having a fundraiser to help with medical bills.
Dimensions are approx. 36 in x 48 in.
Cotton/wool blend yarn.
Knit in 3 panels.
Pattern from lionbrand.com"
Blue/Purple Puppet Critter for Spirit Jump
Photo note:
"Making puppets came about thanks to school homework projects my kids have had over the years. Where they have been assigned a writing project involving writing a play, making props and of course, making their puppets - then later performing it for the younger grades. Anyway.... My kids and I have had a lot of fun "perfecting" this project.
A collaborative work.
This puppet is going to a young man suffering from leukemia and yet who continues to mentor and work with children."
Braided Tie Booties
"I bought a HUGE cone of teal cotton from Cancer Research Wales a while back, and 3 very time-consuming dishcloths later (with hardly a dent in the cone must I add), I had put it away in the cupboard and didn't want to look at it again! When my sister came to visit she brought along some of her yarn, and I 'inherited' a few balls of dark brown soft cotton... I loved the contrast between the two colours so I decided to knit them both together for these booties.
SIZE
To fit baby of 0-3 months
MATERIALS
1 colour double knitting weight yarn
1 fingering/baby weight yarn in a contrasting colour
1 pair of 3mm needles
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Gauge/Tension
20sts and 30 rows = 10cm square over stockinette (stocking) stitch using 3mm needles
Abbreviations
k = knit
k2tog = knit the next 2 stitches together
m1 = make stitch by picking up yarn before next stitch and knitting into the back of made loop
p = purl
p2tog = purl next 2 stitches together
sl = slip next stitch
yo = yarn around needle
This pattern is available for free on my blog www.chopped-tomatoes.com/braided-tie-booties
You can also view pattern information and what other people have made with this pattern on Ravelry www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/braided-tie-booties
Boa Me Na Me Mmoa Wo African Square for Macmillan Comfort Blanket
Boa Me Na Me Mmoa Wo African Square for Macmillan Comfort Blanket, originally uploaded by The Erssie Knits Collection.
"This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download
download now
In association with The Knitter magazine, the Macmillan foundation are asking knitters to knit up squares 8 inches x 8 inches to be sewn into comfort blankets.
Blankets that are donated to Macmillan will be used to support and raise awareness of the charity’s campaign to freeze out fuel poverty for cancer patients.
This square was specifically designed for this purpose and uses an African theme as inspiration and the symbol in the middle means Boa Me Na Me Mmoa Wo
Translated from Andinkra this symbol meansHelp Me, and Let me Help You
And the literal meaning of this is Strength through Unity, Co-operation and Mutual Benefit.
I entered this square into the design competition for The Knitter, and although it did not win a 1st or 2nd place, it was given its own special Highly Commended award for use of colour technique and vibrant design. The main purpose though, is to be able to share a chart with knitters.
For more information, see: www.macmillan.org.uk/Get_Involved/Worlds_Bigg... "
Eco Friendly Sunset Cable Knit Hat
"A wool/soy blend. Colorful and warm for sure!
A portion of each sale is donated to the American Cancer Society"
www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17665178
Sweet Eleanor - 6 point star crown
Here is the knitter's note and some links:
"Sweet Eleanor pattern by Wendy Neal
Two sizes: Child 16" finished, Adult 19" finished (shown here in adult size)
Written abbreviated instructions, fully charted
DK on size 8 needles
Intermediate level
All proceeds go to Dickson family to help with medical expenses for 2 yr. old Eleanor, who has cancer (Wilms' tumor) and is undergoing chemo for 8 mo. starting Jan. 2010.
www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sweet-eleanor
wendysknitch.wordpress.com/"
Chemo Hat (Progress)
Photo note:
"i wanted to have this done alot sooner but i am running slow on knitting right now. and i am just starting to get back into posting photos again."
fierce for nicole
Another example of compassionate knitters doing things for others~
Note:
"pattern: clothilde by knitting kninja
yarn: 4 skeins, marisol tupa (50% merino/50% silk)
needles: us 8
knit to be auctioned off to benefit the fiercegrrl fund...set up to raise money for nicole puzan, a 26 year old uninsured crafter undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer.
see fiercegrrl.blogspot.com for more details."
Breast Cancer Charity Scarf (in progress)
Beautiful scarf~
This knitter tells us:
"Side project started today.
Breast Cancer Charity Scarf
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Broomstick Lace Crochet; Ch 36 across
Yarn: Bernat Baby Sport (Bulk roll) 3 weight in Baby Pink Marble
Hook: US 4.25 (G)
Needle: US 15mm
Dimensions: width 8" aimed length 60"
View how-to videos here: www.stitchdiva.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=SDS-044
My local yarn store (Renaissance Yarns; renaissanceyarns.com) has a weekly group which invites anyone to pop in and work on scarves which will be donated to patients of Breast Cancer. I saw this, and as I epically failed jumping in on the leprosy bandage charity drive (no one nearby sold the specified yarn..grrr), I knew I had to do it.
First, I had to obtain pink yarn. I am not a pink girl (secretly, mayhaps, but will never admit to it!). I had to find a relatively inexpensive yarn which was sturdy, low maintenance and soft. These concepts do not always coincide in yarn. Success: a large bundle of pink 'n white yarn procured, on sale no less. For a middle-of-the-road type of yarn, it's kinda fuzzy and soft to the touch, so I am happy with the product as it grows.
I did not want to do a basic scarf. While, yay I could perform 54953 DC's for the scarf...it's a bit boring after row 10. I wanted to try the broomstick stitch which I saw on a video by Stitch Diva Studios for one of their patterns, so I decided to plunge forward and make the *entire* scarf in broomstick stitch (for practice) which turns out to be so easy. Plus, I mean, hey.. good karma to boot.
If you are interested in knitting pink scarves for the Breast Cancer charity purpose, can always contact Renaissance Yarns for more information..even mail those puppies in. It's for a great cause! Yarn type, shade of pink, and scarf style are entirely up to the knitter/crocheter.
(Side note: After looking at the picture I realized it looks like a fleet of pink yarn cheeze-its. XD)"
Kreftluer/Hats for Cancer patients
Again, photo note:
"My friend Margot has a project going: luesus.blogspot.com
People knit hats for the cancer patients at SuS, here´s my contribution. Knitted with Kauni, NZ Lammeuld and handspun leftovers."
Kreftluer/Hats for Cancer patients
Photo note and link to blog:
"My friend Margot has a project going: luesus.blogspot.com
People knit hats for the cancer patients at SuS, here´s my contribution. Knitted with Kauni, NZ Lammeuld and handspun leftovers."
Knit for a cause scarf.
I'm now looking at knits created for and inspired by those who have cancer, or have loved ones who do, as do I.
Photo note:
"Started 11 Aug 2008 and completed 13 August 2008. First project ever knitted. "Knit for a cause" scarf."
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
knitted art
Cool - is this on a bike rim? I like it!
Photo note:
Knitted Art "at The Ohio State Fair"
Friday, April 23, 2010
Knitting Art is always an Art
Love this - a fun piece~
Photo note: Created with www.dumpr.net - fun with your flickr
Monday, April 19, 2010
alien #1: an alien in the hand
Photo note:
"from Barbara Prime/Fuzzy Mitten pattern, one of the freebies off her blog. They're fast to make and I've got ten dozen people asking for them now.
I make them talk for my little girl and say things like "bedeep!" I mean... they're aliens.
alien #2 looks rather like this one except for blue antennae."
Winner of our Knitted Alien Competition
Winner of our Knitted Alien Competition, originally uploaded by iknitlondon.
Knitted aliens
This photographer/knitter says these are "invaders from the planet Zog."
Little Knitted Alien
Photo note:
"cindy 231/365
I am finally over my sickness, but I have very little to show picture wise.
Here is a quick little alien I knit for protection. Actually I knit five of
them, they are really that easy!!"
War of the Roses shawlette
Note:
"designed for Wabi Sabi Yarns Tallulah Sock in the Orchard colorway. Orchard will be available again this week.
Link to War of the Roses pattern designed by Debbie O'Neill."
War of the Roses shawlette
Photo note and link:
"designed for Wabi Sabi Yarns Tallulah Sock in the Orchard colorway. Orchard will be available again this week.
Link to War of the Roses pattern designed by Debbie O'Neill."
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
New Spring Socks
Photo note:
"It was snowing in early April when I started knitting these. It took me forever to finish them, and spring took its own sweet time getting here. I think that the yarn is too busy for this pattern, but at least no one will ever find my mistakes in the lace.
Pattern: Hedera
Yarn: Knit Picks Dancing (with cat hair knit in)
Needles: size 1 (US) dps"
knitting with string
This one is quite beautiful.
Photo note:
"i am knitting the 'spring things shawl' by susan lawrence as a shop model for my LYS. i plan (again) on using beads instead of knitting the nupps.
the yarn is euroflax sport linen, on size 5 turbos."
… finger knit spring basket
Here's the knitter's process in making the basket. Very cool!
Again, blogged at imagine childhood
Spring Black Hand Knit Capelet / Poncho / Shrug / Wrap / Bolero Light and Cozy
Spring Black Hand Knit Capelet / Poncho / Shrug / Wrap / Bolero Light and Cozy, originally uploaded by Hand knit Spring and Winter Scarves by Nevita.
This knitter says:
"Spring Black Hand Knit Capelet / Poncho / Shrug / Wrap / Bolero Light and Cozy
available in my shop"
First Day of Spring - OOAK handknit designer handbag / purse in celery green
First Day of Spring - OOAK handknit designer handbag / purse in celery green, originally uploaded by eveldasneverland.
Oh my! Has it been a long time since I've posted anything, or what? I've been busy with poetry things, and the writing life, so I've been posting more to my Artist's Way blog.
Thinking about spring knitting, I found this wonderful bag! Here's what the photographer says about it:
First Day of Spring - OOAK handknit designer handbag / purse in celery green
This unique bag is a result of a very long knitting session. Each and every stitch has been carefuly hand crafted one by one with great care for details. The plaited pattern gives this bag an original 3D texture. The bag has a very practical cotton lining with a pocket for your bits and pieces. The wooden handle is very comfortable and smoothly finished. The bottom of the bag is reinforced to make it sturdy. Refreshing, delicate green hue makes this bag an excellent spring - summer accessory.
*`*I'm very proud to offer my original and fresh designs and patterns!*`*
Enjoy!
© Evelda's Neverland, 2010. All rights reserved
Uploaded by eveldasneverland on 21 Mar 10, 3.49PM PDT.
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"This is Swatchee, she is a scout alien from the planet Tenshen. The planet Ten-shen converts energy from knitted tension swatches into a life source for it's population. Sadly, owing to the popularity of free-forming and the reckless bravery of knitters who fail to knit a tension swatch, the creatures from Ten-shen are starting to die out.
Swatchee is tasked to use her many eyes to seek out tension swatches and transport the energy back to her planet. She is a good alien and a defender of her race.
Help Swatchee save her family by knitting a tension swatch for every project."
Swatchee was created by Sharon Newman from Bromley, Kent as part of the Knitted Alien competition at I Knit Day 2008.