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Optional Opportunities Abound...

Your knit and crochet patterns for Spring don't have to limit you or your wardrobe options.  Remember to consider the weight and color of your yarn, embellishments like buttons, or any trim that you might add whenever you start a new project.  Look at what is already in your closet an... (original story)

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Etsy Opportunity!

This morning I woke up to see an adorable free download from Etsy shop owner, Ariana Couvinha of Etsy shop Couve on the Etsy Blog. Etsy will feature an artist's redesign of their Twitter profile and the wallpaper download will be available to download to your desktop or mobile device. ... (original story)

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One Skein Weekend

This past weekend, I had a little time to finish knitting these chemo caps.  Each hat was made with LionBrand's CottonEase and took less than one skein each.  The remaining yarn will be used to finish off other caps,slippers, potholders, bathcloths, etc. Tip to keep it simple:Cho... (original story)

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Mother's Day 2012

Happy Mother's Day!Today, my husband took us to The Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Garden for some relaxation and a picnic. Here are a few things we saw. It was also a Molly approved place for exploring, on a leash of course! Margaret (more knitting and nature, less stress)Knit1fortheroad patterns, c... (original story)

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Need helpful advice on yarn and gauge substitutions?

Yarn and gauge substitution can sometimes be confusing, especially to new knitters.  There's some great information and help on yarn and gauge substitution these days.  I found two really informative and insightful articles to help you through your struggles with this issue.... (original story)

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Experience the color...

See, feel,smell,or hear the energy of orange. Allow heightened creativity and curiosity to emerge. Experience the warmth and vitality of orange and embrace any changes this brings to your creative life. Use orange in your stitches, around your home, and any time you need to lift your mood. Margaret... (original story)

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Yay! I finished...

Stitch.Rock.Knit-along with Vickie Howell, Triangle Wrap, April 2012It's nice to start off the week with a finished project.  Hooray!  For more info on this knit-along, visit Stitch.Rock.Knit-along on Facebook.Hope you have a great idea, creative mood, and fun project to help you thro... (original story)

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Experience Texture Tuesday

Look for textures and layers wherever you go.  Try to apply what you see with your eyes or your minds eye, feel and hear, and smell when you knit, crochet, or craft your next project.  Think about how something old can be renewed with your creative energy.  Add lay... (original story)

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Celebrate Earth with this adorable free pattern...

Take time to enjoy your creativity and nature each and every day.Happy Earth Day 2012! ©Margaret Nock. All rights reserved.Happy Earth Day!  I came across an adorable free knit pattern on Ravelry, today and wanted to share it with you...Earth Day 2012by Meagheen RyanEnjoy your ... (original story)

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Keep it handcrafted for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is fast approaching...Sunday, May 13,2012.  Think about keeping things simple, fun and handcrafted.Here are a few places to find patterns,  a handcrafted item from a handmade shop, or just explore new ideas for gift giving.Ravelry.com is always a great source for knit and... (original story)

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