August 2015 Wallpaper Calendar

Although Summer is in full swing, we are already daydreaming of cozy wools and casting on sweaters. But in the meantime, we’ll be soaking up the sunshine and finishing up our summer lace knitting.

To get the free August 2015 wallpaper calendar background of your choosing (for smart phones, tablets and desktop computers), simply click the applicable device icon below. Enjoy!

August 2015 wallpaper calendar

Desktop wallpaper calendar for mobile 2015
Desktop wallpaper calendar for tablet 2015
Desktop wallpaper calendar for desktop 2015

 

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Socktacular! – Now back in stock!

Like most sock knitters I know, I tend to mix and match my sock patterns – I’ll like a stitch pattern on this one, a heel on that one, and a toe from completely different one! So that’s why I love Socktacular!, our fun choose your own sock adventure. And we know a lot of you are loving it too since we completely ran out of our first printing! But good news – the book is now back in stock!

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Ending Soon: 30% off Chroma Yarn

There are only a few days left to take advantage of our monthly yarn sale and to save 30% off all Chroma – that’s only $6.99 for all of your favorite shade-shifting colorways!

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In need of some pattern inspiration perfect for Chroma? You’re in luck because we have an entire collection of patterns designed with Chroma in mind. This pattern collection includes everything from afghans, mittens and scarves to a hat and shawlette. Quite a delightful mix of patterns that are sure to keep your needles busy!

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Charity Spotlight: CLICK for Babies

Have you ever seen a newborn wearing a purple cap, or gone to a maternity ward to see teeny purple caps being worn on all the tiny heads of babies? These caps are there thanks to “CLICK for Babies”, an organization that facilitates the distribution of caps made by crafters of all varieties, in hopes to raise awareness for the “Period of PURPLE Crying” or “Shaken Baby Syndrome” prevention. Christine Baker, Program Coordinator for Period of PURPLE Crying at Seattle Children’s Hospital, answers a few questions about the caps, and how you can start making them, too!

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Tips & Tricks for Lace Knitting

Summer is here and so is the warm weather, which means it’s a great time to hone your lace skills! Whether lace is your passion or your knitting nemesis, here are a few handy guidelines and tutorials to help keep your needles flying and your frustration at bay, the next time you cast on.

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