Follow along and discover your next inspiration as we cast on for projects we love, explore new techniques, and dish about the latest and greatest from Knit Picks.
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Kelley talks about the Magic Loop technique and the ways that it simplifies knitting socks and other projects.
Books in Book Review
Vintage Knitwear for Modern Knitters by Lise-Lotte Lystrup
Simple Style edited by Ann Budd
Reader’s Digest Knitter’s Yarn Palette by Claire Montgomerie
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Kelley talks about moving into different kinds of mittens and gloves and adds yet another project to the infamous Excel spreadsheet.
Knitting New Mittens & Gloves by Robin Melanson
Selbuvotter, Biography of a Knitting Tradition by Terri Shea
Books in Book Review
Fiber Gathering by Joanne Seiff
Natural Dyeing by Jackie Crook
Baby Surprise Jacket DVD by Meg Swansen
Cardigan Details DVD by Meg Swansen
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Kelley doesn’t leave you stranded, giving you notes on how to double- or triple-strand yarn for a project. Also, Kelley has just launched her “Classic Lines Cardigan KAL” – anyone can join!
Knitty.com
awknit’s Lizard Ridge dishtowels (Ravelry link) in Simply Cotton Worsted
Books in Book Review
Reversible Knits by Iris Schreier
Skein for Skein
Jackets for Work and Play; the best of Knitter’s
Built-in and applied I-cord are great techniques for giving a polished look to your projects. Kelley gives tips on making it perfect — don’t be intimidated!
Join the Classic Lines Cardigan Knitalong
Kelley’s Audiobook Recommendations
The Bee Keeper’s Apprentice by Laurie R. King (read by Jenny Sterlin)
A Montrous Regiment of Women by Laurie R. King (read by Jenny Sterlin)
The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton (reader by Caroline Lee)
The Labyrinth by Kate Moss
Sparkling Cyanide, Why Didn’t They Ask Evan, The Secret of Chimneys and They Came To Bagdad by Agatha Christie
Master and Commander by Patrick O’Brien (read by Simon Vance)
A Morbid Taste For Bones by Ellis Peters
Bethleham Road by Anne Perry (read by Davina Porter)
Public Radio Podcasts mentioned
Splendid Table
Earth Eats
Every knitter has a different trick for weaving in their ends, so Kelley talks with Tina, Nina, and Kerin about their personal techniques and tricks for beautifully finished garments.
Tutorials on Weaving In Ends
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Kelley helps demystify steeking and talks through how to apply the technique to V-neck and scoop neck openings on sweaters.
Classic Lines Cardigan Knitalong
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Kelley gives tips on the how & when of converting a pattern that has pieces knitted flat and seamed to a seamless, circular work of art.
PDF Tutorial: Knitting Flat vs. Knitting in the Round
Books in Book Review
The Harmony Guides: Knit & Purl
The Harmony Guides: Lace & Eyelets
The Harmony Guides: Cables and Arans
The Harmony Guides: Colorwork Stitches