One Skein Projects with Tranquility

Just finished: the Forest Glade Cowl in Tranquility by TSC Artyarns! As you may recall, I recently found this free pattern by Natural Suburbia (it’s also available on Ravelry). Here are some pictures of the original project, which really show off the stitch well: Another wonderful way to use the Tranquility yarn (a yummy blend of merino,ContinueContinue reading “One Skein Projects with Tranquility”

Knitting the Colors of Lake Tahoe: A Quick Winter Knit & Free Pattern!

Did you know that Zen Yarn Garden dyed a selection of yarn in Tahoe-based colors exclusively for The Knitting Nest? We absolutely love these colors, and recently knit up this Cherry Garcia cowl using only one skein of the Zen Yarn Garden cashmere. It’s beautiful! Stop by, check out the gorgeous colors, and get theContinueContinue reading “Knitting the Colors of Lake Tahoe: A Quick Winter Knit & Free Pattern!”

Gorgeous Merino/Cashmere Gradients Kit by Artyarns!

Looking for a quick (but luxurious) winter project? Check out the Gradients Kit by Artyarns. It features 4 skeins (135 yards each) of Merino Cloud (80% fine merino and 20% cashmere) in softly gradient colors, and comes with free pattern options! The kit comes with a coupon for 2 free shawl patterns from Artyarns (downloadableContinueContinue reading “Gorgeous Merino/Cashmere Gradients Kit by Artyarns!”

Knitting Club starts today!

Come join a fun group of ladies while we knit and chat.. Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 at LTCC.  Lauren Zebo, owner of The Knitting Nest, can offer help and advice.  And you’ll definitely be inspired by the projects the ladies in the group are working on.  6 week session runs today thru February 16th.  Sign up at LTCC Connect whileContinueContinue reading “Knitting Club starts today!”