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Monthly Archives: April 2013
Mohair Poncho Jacket by Irene Welde Solsvik
I was gobsmacked by Irene’s stunning Mohair Poncho Jacket, instead of sewing up the front as I had suggested she left it open and sewed a slightly longer seam at the back to hold it in place! Irene chose the … Continue reading
Joint Book Presentation by Arne & Carlos and Tine Solheim
I have been to another book presentation, this time a joint one given by Arne & Carlos and Tine Solheim at their (and mine) publisher Cappelen Damm in Oslo. More than 250 people were there. We were welcomed through the … Continue reading
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Accessories – the small touches of joy!
I have been reading Hadley Freeman, fashion journalist in The Guardian, and had to laugh when she asks “how many accessories is too many accessories? When you rattle? When you have no spare hands and you haven´t left the house … Continue reading
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Tagged Cowl, inspiration, Iris Apfel, Jewelry, Kim Müller, To rett en vrang. Designstrikk
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Rosewood Knitting Needles
I have become increasingly fond of my Destiny solid rosewood needles made by Lantern Moon, from certified sustainable forests. So much so that I recently ordered some more from jimmybeanswool and have been lucky enough to have some delivered by hand from … Continue reading
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Shawl Fever – Viajante by Martina Behm
The shawl knitting fashion continues. Not only are beautiful books and useful videos on DVD or downloadable workshops on traditional shawls launched such as “Orenburg Knitting. Knitting Gossamer Webs”, see knittingdaily but also modern takes with newly developed shapes are appearing. … Continue reading
Magic Loop – two sleeves at a time
I have finally mastered knitting two sleeves at a time using magic loop. Double pointed needles I can handle but I have never loved it as I love the magic loop. First, I were frustrated by the ladders I accidentally … Continue reading
Pingouin Créateurs – a pattern adventure from 1985
I wish I kept more of my old knitting patterns, but at least I was smart enough not to get rid of this magnificent pattern booklet from a time when the French yarn company Pingouin was huge and influential. What … Continue reading
Design In Progress
In preparation for spring and summer I have started working in cotton, very optimistic considering the amount of snow and ice still covering the ground here in Oslo, I know. But since I am not a speedy designer; I need … Continue reading
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