Category Archives: Knitting Techniques

Viking knitting

Posted on January 12, 2009 by

I’ve recently discovered a different kind of Viking knitting. Not like my Viking socks, which have cable designs taken from Viking stone carving and other artifacts (I highly recommend Elsebeth Lavold’s book Viking Patterns for Knitting for this), but with … Continue reading →

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A new finish

Posted on December 18, 2008 by

With the upcoming new year, we’ll be hearing all about new beginnings, but right now I’m interested in a new finishing technique.  Namely, a new-to-me stretchy bind-off. I finally finished the Shetland Lace Rib Socks I’ve been working at off … Continue reading →

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As much fun as mud pies

Posted on November 28, 2008 by

I’ll readily admit it – I’m as easily amused as your average 5-year-old. Sit me down in front of an anthill or give me a kaleidoscope, and go do your shopping. (I’ve decided to consider this a charming personality trait … Continue reading →

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