Monthly Archives: November 2009

One Becomes a Pair

Posted on November 30, 2009 by dinapurls

I am astounded at myself: the second sock was completed in a day!  No second-sock syndrome here.  And with continued knitting, I’m finding it easier to read my stitches. After completing the toe decreases, I pulled out my blunt needle for the … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern Friday – Gift Ideas

Posted on November 27, 2009 by bernatyarns

Every Friday, we’ll be bringing you highlights from the Bernat Free Pattern Library. To get these great patterns you just need to log in to the site. This week, it’s all about quick and easy gift ideas. These free patterns … Continue reading →

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Getting Started with the Bernat Star Afghan

Posted on November 25, 2009 by shandeh

Would you like to swing on a star? Carry moonbeams home in a jar? And be better off than you are? ….You could be swingin’ on a star!  I’m singin’ and swingin’ on a star right now….the Bernat Star Afghan!  … Continue reading →

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Cute Sock

Posted on November 23, 2009 by dinapurls

We have a sock!  A cute one at that.  And it being a small sock, the knitting went super quick.  I think I managed this one in a few days which is fast for me  ‘cuz I’m a slooooow knitter (I’d … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern Friday – For the Love of Cables

Posted on November 20, 2009 by bernatyarns

Every Friday, we’ll be bringing you highlights from the Bernat Free Pattern Library. To get these great patterns you just need to log in to the site. This week we’re showing you a sampling of the amazing ways you can … Continue reading →

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Mystery Afghan Clue #3

Posted on November 18, 2009 by juliaknits

Hey Knit-along-ers! Here’s what our last clue looked like: CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PDF FILE OF CLUE #3 You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to download your PDF. It’s free! You can download it here: If you’re still having … Continue reading →

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Woo Hoo! My Cape is COMPLETE!

Posted on November 17, 2009 by shandeh

I am SUCH a happy girl today! (doing my crazy, happy dance) I finished my hooded cape last night! YIPPEE!!!! The front: The back: Pattern: Side Button Hooded Cape Yarn: Bernat Softee Chunky in Fern I’m VERY pleased with how … Continue reading →

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Oh the Possibilies!

Posted on November 16, 2009 by dinapurls

Just got my yarn in the mail and wow!  Loving the colours!  Very festive.  I am not a pastel girl.  Even though Bernat Baby Stretch is marketed as “baby yarn”, I truly do appreciate the brighter colours–not the typical “baby” colours … Continue reading →

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Free Pattern Friday – Dishcloths

Posted on November 13, 2009 by bernatyarns

Every Friday, we’ll be bringing you highlights from the Bernat Free Pattern Library. To get these great patterns you just need to log in to the site. This week we’re featuring knit and crochet dishcloths. Cotton dishcloths made from Bernat … Continue reading →

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On the Road to Completion – Finally!

Posted on November 11, 2009 by shandeh

Well, my cape has taken a little longer than I anticipated. Probably because I’ve overcommitted myself with additional knitting projects. I’ve been working on this cape, a hat, shrug, lapghan, cowl, baby hat & booties, a pair of gloves, lace … Continue reading →

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