I knit a pair of Minky Mittens by Gretchen Tracy as a birthday present for one of Kenji’s friends. She turned two in January, and of course toddlers need mittens! The pattern includes six sizes, from Toddler to Large Adult. I knit the Toddler size using 3.5 mm needles. That means these mittens should fit […]
DIY: Knit Gartrell Crew for Kenji by Tanis Lavallee
I knit the Gartrell Crew by Tanis Lavallee for Kenji. Kenji has outgrown most of the sweaters I’ve knit him, so he’s getting a new one this winter! The Gartrell Crew is a raglan-sleeved sweater knit in pieces and then seamed. I, like many knitters, prefer knitting in the round, so I was a bit […]
DIY: Knit Salal Cardigan by Untangling Knots
I knit myself a Salal Cardigan, designed by Andi Satterlund of Untangling Knots. Unfortunately, just as I was finishing this cardigan, Andi Satterlund announced she was closing her pattern shop. Sorry, but the pattern is no longer available! The Salal Cardigan is a vintage-inspired cardigan with a lace inset on the front yoke. The rest […]
Changua (Milky Colombian Breakfast Soup)
This Colombian milky soup contains eggs, cheese, and bread makes a delicious breakfast in the winter.
DIY: Knit Rye Light Socks and Free Pattern by Tin Can Knits
I knit the Rye Light Socks by Tin Can Knits as a gift for one of Kenji’s friends. Many of Kenji’s friends have birthdays December through March, perfect for gifting handknits! Last year I knit everyone hats (including the Baby Bear Balaclava). Many of those hats still fit their recipients this winter. So this year, […]