The 2023 Westknits Mystery Knit Along (MKAL) is starting in less than a week! I wasn’t sure if I was going to participate (still not 100%), but I have selected yarn and I’m ready to go just in case. Keep reading to see my color choices, thoughts on participating this year, and predictions for the Geogradient Shawl!
Last year I was looking to knit a new brioche shawl pattern that seemed more challenging or had a unique construction. I found the Brioche + Mystery shawl by Susanne Sommer which fit both criteria. Keep reading for my Brioche + Mystery Shawl Knitting Experience:
The Moby Sweater by PetiteKnit uses a combination of textures and cables to make this beautiful, classic sweater. I already knit the Moby mini version for my niece, and I wanted to knit one for myself. Keep reading for my experience, plus my tips for knitting the Moby Sweater.
These beaded daisy bracelets are so fun! Colorful flowers on your wrist are the perfect accessory, and they are incredibly easy to make. In this post, I’m going to show you how to make three styles of seed bead daisy flower bracelets.
Little zip pouches help me organize my purse or travel bags. I thought it would be fun to make my own and use up some of my leftover yarn. I found the Honey Purse pattern by PetiteKnit that looked perfect! Continue reading for my experience knitting the Honey Purse.
Almost a year ago, I knit my Brioband + Fantastitch Combination Shawl using my left over scrap yarns. I loved how it turned out, but I wanted to knit it again with a more intentional palette. Keep reading for more details on my Pretty in Pink Brioband + Fantastitch combination shawl!
I knit the Aurora Cabin shawl by Westknits using all stash yarn. I ended up running out of some colors and making adjustments as I went, but I loved making this shawl. Keep reading for my experience knitting the Aurora Cabin shawl.
I knit the Single Malt sweater by Maxim Cyr, for the second time, as a gift for my husband. I love this pattern and making the Single Malt again, but I did have some struggles with gauge from not swatching. I’ve definitely learned my lesson now; keep reading for my experience knitting my British Aran Single Malt Sweater.
The Classic Ribbed Hat is a simple and easy knit that comes in a lot of sizes. I knit one for my niece and I am really happy with how it turned out. Keep reading for my experience knitting the Classic Ribbed Hat by Purl Soho.
I wanted to knit the Moby Sweater Mini for my niece using a fun yarn that I thought she would like. I love knitting for my niece because the knits are fun and quick, and she’s super appreciative. This sweater was so much fun to make! keep reading for my experience knitting the Moby Sweater Mini.
I’ve wanted to knit a cute little cable sweater for my niece for a while now. In this post, I’ll share my experience modifying the Honeycomb Aran sweater to fit a toddler, and knitting another Pengweeno sweater for her — this time in rainbow!
The 2022 Mystery Knit Along (MKAL) is right around the corner (cast on 6th October), and I’m super excited to be participating for my second year. I’ve selected my colors and I’m sharing my predictions for the Twists and Turns MKAL!
Last year, I participated in my first mystery knit along by Stephen West and I had so much fun. The MKAL is usually in October so, to prepare, I set out to finish out all of my WIPs. I finished the Nightshift Shawl a couple weeks ago and now I’ve just finished the Overthrow Wrap. Keep reading for my experience knitting this wrap:
I finally finished my Nightshift Shawl by Andrea Mowry. This shawl took me a lot longer to knit than I planned, but I’m really happy with the finished product. Keep reading for my experience knitting the Nightshift shawl: