The prototype of the Astoria sock knit with the A Hundred Ravens Annetarsia yarn kit is working up fast. Photos don’t really do it justice, because the color moves as the sock does. It looks different from every angle. Here is a peek at the sock from 4 directions. I’m actually almost done with this […]
Here is a run-down of my week – an overview, because lots happened and there will be more details later on specific things I ‘ve been working on Craftsy filming – Such a great experience, and I thank everyone at Craftsy central who helps make my dreams come true. I loved preparing and presenting this […]
A bit ago, you will remember that I asked for help in picking an 8th color for a special kit to knit the Astoria sock, teaming with Kate Bachus of A Hundred Ravens. For a refresher, see here. There was no real consensus, as all the colors Kate dyed as possibilities were wonderful. But there […]
Knitters? Blindly follow patterns? What is the fun in that? Especially Annetarsia patterns, as I expect people to use them as a springboard for their own inspirations. So, I was thrilled to get my first inquiry about how to turn the Kelly sweater from Annetarsia knits from being knit from the hem up, to knitting […]
“Diagonal Ribbons” is ready to wear! This type of deconstructed garment is a bit out of my wheelhouse, which is partly why I decided to knit it. Because the stainless steel sections are transparent, what you put under it really matters. The sections are all a […]
You all know that I stay busy. I am a business owner and practice optometry full-time, teach knitting nationally, released “Annetarsia Knits” this summer, and am a serious long-distance runner. “When do you sleep?” is a question I am often asked. I’ve managed to juggle all of my demanding projects with the aid of great […]
Who knew writing was hard? Creating Annetarsia Knits was one of the most rewarding and challenging projects of my life. Here are some of the things I learned about writing along the way. It is easier to edit than write, so get something written and make it better, later. The first draft of everything is […]
Finding the time to knit is a constant problem for professional knitters. There is so much to do, and so little time to do it. It’s true for all knitters, but at least if it isn’t a job, you are in control of what you knit and how long you take to finish. When you […]
Now that “Annetarsia Knits” is out in the world, I’m hoping that some knitters will be ready to walk on the wild side with me. So I am pulling out some projects that were a bit too much for the book, and finishing them up. The mate to my Ultimate Argyle sock came off the […]
This is basically the e-mail that Kate sent me, showing her process in creating the 8th color for an Astoria Sock kit, as we contemplate a KAL (knit-a-long). I found it so fascinating that I asked her if I could share, and she agreed. I am continually amazed and intrigued with the dying process – […]