Machine Knitting

Knitwit KnitLit …

Well, it looks like summer is finally here – thank goodness and while that usually means the knitting slows down, it’s nice to say that it’s actually the opposite! I actually find that having longer days allows for some more relaxing knitting outdoors! Speaking of that, a quick aside, tomorrow (Sat June 11) is the first International Yarn Bombing Day AND Knit in Public Day! So make sure you go out and knit in public and then bomb something with your knitting! I’m working for a good chunk of the day but will try and get something done for […]

Hand vs Machine

I love hand knitting. I love the way it feels when the yarn flows over your fingers, the texture of the fibers, and the thought of creating something with a twist of your fingers. Every now and then however, I feel the need to pull out one of my machines and just whip something up. The KAL boxers that I am currently working on have given me a reason to do just that (thanks Chris)! You see, as much as I like putting my brain on hold from time to time, I get terribly bored knitting plain stocking stitch […]