1/29/2010
1/16/2010
Warm Hooded Scarves
Hoodie Scarf by Lucky 13 Clothing at Baby Girl Boutique - $59.95
This scarf is one size fits all, and is made of 100% cotton. It has a triple roses print and pockets!
UPDATE: save 20% on all orders with code: i-have-a-dream. This sale runs from Jan. 18th - Jan. 20th.
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Labels: acrylic, Babygirl Boutique, Cotton, hooded, hooded scarves, hoodie, scarf, Scarves, Woman Within 0 Kniticisms
Pattern and Yarn Giveaway at kpixie
Do you like pretty scarves and pink yarn? Enter the new giveaway at kpixie.com! All you have to do is purchase from the website.

Message from the kpixie e-newsletter:
"We love the new Quartz color of Alpaca Silk so much that we decided a giveaway was in order. To enter, be one of the first 25 ORDERS, starting at the time this newsletter was launched. We will pick one customer at random to receive the Mac and Me pattern #077 and 5 skeins of Alpaca Silk in the Quartz color shown below... GOOD LUCK!"
This yarn is made of 50% alpaca fiber and 50% silk. It must be hand washed or dry cleaned.
The newsletter was sent out 19 hours ago at the time of this post. :)
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Labels: Alpaca Silk, Blue Sky Alpacas, Contests, Free Patterns, free yarn, giveaways, kpixie, Mac and Me, patterns, quartz, yarn 0 Kniticisms
12/22/2009
On a Sad Note...
Hello Subscribers and New Readers,
Unfortunately due to massive amounts of spam, I am now forced to manage all comments. This may change in the future. Thank you for reading and I look forward to your comments.
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Labels: Blogging, comments, Letters from the Editor, Note to Readers, spam 0 Kniticisms
12/21/2009
Stunning Cabled Headband
at 11:28 AM Published by: Jillian Rueter
Labels: accessories, Andrea's Beau, cabled, cute, discounts, girls, girly, Headbands, independent designers, knitted 0 Kniticisms
12/14/2009
Cute Free Scarf Pattern

Donegal Tweed Fair Isle Scarf (PDF) by Rosemary Drysdale: Free pattern from Tahki Yarns.
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Labels: fair isle, Free Patterns, hand knitting, Rosemary Drysdale, Scarves, tahki saint charles, tweed 0 Kniticisms
12/02/2009
Nifty Gifts for Knitters

-Available in 14 different scents and colors plus 6 unscented colors, so you are sure to find one (or many!) that you'll love!
-Scented with organic and natural oils, NOT artificially scented chemicals which can be absorbed into the skin or burn if rubbed into the eyes.
-Conforms to ASTM 4236
-Conforms to ASTM Standard Consumer Safety Specification on Toy Safety, F963
-Tested for lead content. Complies with 16 CFR 1303
* Since this toy can be molded into various sizes, choking hazard - small parts, not for children under 3 years old.
at 10:56 AM Published by: Jillian Rueter
Labels: affordable, Bloom Putty, Christmas, codes, coupons, crafts, crochet, gifts, hand excercises, hand help, hand knitting, hands, inexpensive, Knitting, kpixie, sales, Vogue Knitting, Xtensor 0 Kniticisms
11/21/2009
Fabulous Offers and Sales!
DE-STASHING SALE - Verena Yarn Shop is de-stashing our stock of yarns from the Spring 09 issue. Registered users take 15% off all yarns from this issue and we’ll include the pattern for free! Subscribers still get their 10% discount for a total of 25% off yarns to knit the patterns below. Get a head start on your projects for next Spring, or knit up a lovely holiday gift for someone special. Yarns in stock are in the color shown. We have limited quantities, so act fast: when they’re gone, they’re gone! 15% discount will be reflected on the yarn page-subscribers will see their additional discount in the shopping cart. Don't forget about Verena's plus size patterns, and for the crafters, check out their How-to videos!
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Lara Kazan will be selling her luxury knit sweaters and accessories for up to 80% off. SOME ITEMS AS LOW AS $8! Whether you want to find some original holiday gifts or just treat yourself…there will be some great finds here!
When: Friday, Nov 27th
Time: 1 pm - 8 pm
Where: 28 Greenwich Ave. (between Charles and Perry)
Take A, C, E, D, F, or V to West 4th St
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Custom Yarns by Linda is offering a free bamboo crochet hook with ALL PURCHASES OF $25.00 AND ABOVE. (One to a customer, while supplies last) You'll find lots of uses for this great accessory as it easily slips into your knitting bag or purse and comes with a plastic sleeve for protection.
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Labels: Custom Yarns by Linda, Lara Kazan, sales, Trunk Shows, Verena Knitting Magazine, yarn, yarn sale 0 Kniticisms
11/12/2009
MORE Stylish Knitted Boots
Wendy Knit bootie in black, can be worn pulled up (shown), or folded down. Sizes 7, 8, 8.5, and 9 are still available. These boots are gorgeous.

For the more cost conscious, these Jessica Simpson knitted boots can be worn the same way, and have a nice cut out detail on the shoe. Available now in sizes 6-11.
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Labels: boots, brown, Jessica Simpson, knitted, leather, luxury, She Boutique, shoes 0 Kniticisms
11/11/2009
Dressing Dark
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Labels: Alice and Olivia, black, dark, dresses, gothic, knitted, white and black 0 Kniticisms
11/08/2009
Gifts to get Started On
calypso lace jacket Loop-d-Loop Moss
This cardigan (i call most garments a "cardigan" if it hangs over the shoulders easily and especially if it has no buttons) is so boho grandma chic to me ;) but I really love it. It's very eye catching. It looks old fashioned but very wearable, and would be so cozy on Christmas morning, or around the fireplace. It is knit in a DK weight yarn called "Moss" (see link below the image), 85% extra fine merino wool, 15% nylon blend and is available in 9 different colors. You will find this pattern in the Loop-d-Loop pattern book by Teva Durham , Volume 2.
Stitch Diva - Endless Knitted Cardi Shawl pattern
This beautiful piece is one of the most versitile knitted cardigan/shawls you will have in your closet. The best thing about it is that it is at an easy level of knitting, which means most people will be able to accomplish this project with little to no problems at all. When I saw this I thought "...wow, I could really wear that for so many occasions."
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Labels: cardigan, Christmas, gifts, jacket, kpixie, Loop d Loop, patterns, projects, Shawl, Stitch Diva 0 Kniticisms
Flannel - A Perfectly Soft Layer
What the hell is flannel and why would anyone ever want to wear it? When I hear the word "flannel," the first thing that comes to mind is a plaid flannel button down shirt from the 90s. However it is so much more than that, and is so comfortable.
"Flannel is a soft woven fabric, of various fineness. It usually doesn't have a nap, and instead gains its softness through the loosely spun yarn it is woven from. It is commonly used to make clothing, bed sheets, and sleepwear." (source)
Hermes Fall 2009 Ready to Wear collection.
The pants in this image are made of flannel. Check out this entire collection on Style.com (see the link above, under the image). There are some glorious knitted sweaters and stunning leather skirts and dresses. The colors of the leather (of course Hermes is a well known name for luxurious leather goods) are divinely earthy and look soft, supple, and flowing on the body.
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Labels: cool fabrics, Fall 2009, Flannel, Hermes, leather, Ready to Wear, soft, textiles 0 Kniticisms
10/30/2009
Cute Neck Accessories
at 10:11 AM Published by: Jillian Rueter
Labels: black, bold color, bright, brown, crocheted accessories, Fall 2009, fringe, look alikes, Missoni, multicolor, necklaces, neckwear, Scarves, shopeileen, shopping, shopping online, texture, zig zag 0 Kniticisms
10/29/2009
Layered Knitwear via VogueTV
All three of these looks layer knitwear under an outerwear piece such as a blazer or jacket. In reality you are hiding your knitted garment, but it does make people more inclined to want you to take off that jacket, and show them your cardigan.
at 9:02 AM Published by: Jillian Rueter
Labels: cardigans, Fall 2009, how to wear, knitwear, layering, small gage, thin knits, videos, VogueTV, what to wear 0 Kniticisms
10/25/2009
Cool Cotton
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at 11:38 AM Published by: Jillian Rueter
Labels: Alexander Henry, Cotton, designer fabrics, fabric, graphic, Scarves, textiles 0 Kniticisms
A Few New Things at Lion Brand and Berroco
Great tip from my Lion Brand e-newsletter today:
- Works for knitting or crochet: I like to use bobby pins (the straight kind) to mark my rows, my stitches, and also to put articles together. To keep track of a lot of stitches, I count out 10 stitches and place a pin and continue. Then I only have to count by 10s. - Anonymous
New free pattern @ Berroco - Mayer
- "A cozy fall jacket with an exaggerated collar, Mayer features the same waffle textured stitch used in Faber, from Norah Gaughan vol 5."
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Labels: Berroco, cardigan, crochet, Fall 2009, Free Patterns, hand knitting, jacket, Knitting, Lion Brand Yarn, sweater, tips 0 Kniticisms
10/23/2009
Need a Fall Wardrobe Update?
at 5:49 PM Published by: Jillian Rueter
Labels: bargains, Boutiques, deals, Fashion, faux fur, gently used, inexpensive, resale shops, sales, shopping online, thrift shops, vests, vintage 0 Kniticisms
10/09/2009
Black Knit Boots and Wedges
Loeffler Randall - Wendy knit slouch booties at Intermix 


Kimchi Blue Sweater Cuff Wedge at Urban Outfitters
10/08/2009
Sales Ending Soon!
Asymmetric rib tunic - pattern only (sorry I posted this so late!!!)
Custom Yarns by Linda - FREE PREMIUM BAMBOO KNITTING NEEDLES (Retail Value $8.99) * Order must total $30 and above* One to a customer* Good 'til 10/15/09* Not valid on SALE items. Another cool thing about this website: Custom Yarns offers E-Knitting parties.
at 7:30 PM Published by: Jillian Rueter
Labels: Custom Yarns by Linda, e-knitting, online yarn shopping, patterns, sales, shopping, Vogue Knitting, yarn 0 Kniticisms
About the Author
- Jillian Rueter
- Houston, Texas, United States
- "The concept of knitting in design brings the designer, and the wearer, back to the basics of garment construction and production. It enables us to dig deeper into our creative ways of thinking, thus creating better, more interesting works."
"I remember receiving a children's fashion designer kit from my grandparents, on my father's side, when I was about seven years old, which I loved. This small token of love helped harness my passion as a young girl. This is what started and sparked my first curiosities in the needle arts and craft."









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