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!”

Two New Knitting Classes at LTCC Connect!

Lake Tahoe Community College is once again offering two knitting programs, both hosted by Lauren, the owner of the Knitting Nest: Learn to Knit & Beyond! Tuesdays, November 10th-December 15th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This creative and fun-filled workshop begins with essential lessons for both new and more experienced knitters: choosing supplies, casting on, knitting, purling andContinueContinue reading “Two New Knitting Classes at LTCC Connect!”