I began piecing strips into blocks for Silk Path, and so far I’ve completed sewing strips 1 and 2 together. I’ve decided to go ahead and sew in order, so now I’m starting to add strip 3 to the sets. There are quite a few, so I’m just doing this as I have time this… Continue reading Block piecing, part 1
Author: Melissa
Neptune in orange
Recently, the Wrap Them in Hugs quilting ministry began working through some of their half-yard stash, creating from it approximately 7 “kits” of color-themed 2½-inch strips (like a jelly roll) to use for charity quilt tops. They started with blue, and I made the Tiffany quilt top from that set. But then, using the colors… Continue reading Neptune in orange
Back collar
The back collar of my second Heartfelt cardigan is complete, and I’ve just picked up the stitches for the back, sleeves, and front. I have to pay a little more attention now that I’m Eastern knitting the purl stitches (reorienting the stitches on the needles opposite how I was used to knitting), but the pattern… Continue reading Back collar
I’ve been Framed
It took a couple of days to completely dry, but it was so worth it. The sweater is so soft and warm (but too warm to keep on for longer than it took to take a photo in our warm summer weather). It will be a great addition to my fall/winter wardrobe. Just love it.… Continue reading I’ve been Framed
As promised
I started my other new Heartfelt cardigan! I completely forgot about the way this one was constructed, but I knew it was a neat way to create the seamless, integrated neckband/collar and lace edging down the front. The first time I made this pattern, I cast on as the pattern directed. You end up having… Continue reading As promised