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!”

Quick Knits to gift or wear!

Just like Knit Collage’s blog says – “Quick Knits to Wow!”.  Beautiful hand spun yarns in all different colors and textures, knits up impressive accessories in a few hours.  I started this cowl yesterday before heading to my knitting class/club at our local college – LTCC/Connect – and finished it first thing this morning.  LessContinueContinue reading “Quick Knits to gift or wear!”

Infinity Cowls & Scarves… Love!

I enjoy knitting, but more importantly – wearing – Infinity Cowls/Scarves.  Usually a 300 yard project, knit on any size needle, with any yarn.  Then drape, wrap, and love! Stumbled across this one today – free download on Ravelry… with quite a few yarn options! I’m knitting mine in TSC Artyarns “Tranquility” – Merino, Cashmere, Silk.ContinueContinue reading “Infinity Cowls & Scarves… Love!”