| Book Review + Giveaway: Toe-Up 2-at-a-Time Socks Photography by © John Gruen, from Toe-Up 2-at-a Time Socks by © Melissa Morgan-Oakes, used with permission from Storey Publishing.Sock knitting just got a whole lot faster with the new book, Toe-Up 2-at-a-Time Socks by Melissa Morgan-Oaks. You'll learn how to use an adaptation of Judy's Magic Cast On which allows you to cast two sets of stitches (one for each sock) onto one long circular needle. Pretty amazing, huh? The socks are also knit toe-up, so you'll be able to try on the socks as you work on them allowing you to ensure fit. Also, here's a great way to use up your yarn stash and know you have enough yarn to complete a full pair! The book contains 15 patterns for men, women, children and babies with detail instructions and charts to help you complete each pair of socks with success. The spiral bound book also has a handy instructional and sizing index in the back too. A must have book for any sock knitter!Book Giveaway Time!Three lucky CRAFT reades will win a copy of Toe-Up 2-at-a-Time Socks. Just tell us why you would like this book in the comments. All comments will be closed by Noon PST on Monday, July 19, 2010. The lucky winners will be chosen randomly and announced later on the site. Good luck!Photography by © John Gruen, from Toe-Up 2-at-a Time Socks by © Melissa Morgan-Oakes, used with permission from Storey Publishing.Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Books and Magazines | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |
How-To: Freestyle Crochet Wire Coat Hanger I love the organic feel of this freestyle crochet wire hanger from Between the Lines. Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Crochet | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |
CAC fine arts and crafts set The Community Arts Center has been busy this summer – among other events, its planning the Eighth Annual Fine Arts and Crafts Festival set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 25 and 26) at Rose Tree Park on Rte. 252 near Media. delconewsnetwork.com |
Sugarloaf crafts fest comes to fairgrounds Around Town The Sugarloaf Crafts Festival will set up shop again Friday-Sunday, Oct. 1-3, at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, in Timonium. Unique works by some 350 fine artists and crafts designers will be featured, including such items as jewelry, baskets, enamels, glass and furniture. Also on the bill will be... explorebaltimorecounty.com |
How-To: Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate I think I had about three hot chocolates this past weekend because it was so rainy and cold and drinking a warm sweet hot chocolate just felt so darn cozy. CRAFT contributor Katie of Good Life Eats shares her pumpkin spice white hot chocolate recipe that I have to try this fall. I love the added cinnamon stick as a pretty garnish. And don't forget to check back here on CRAFT on Thursday where we have Katie's Kitchen 101 for the month on how to roast pumpkin seeds.Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Food | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |