©2011 GoodKnit Kisses
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Sunday, March 6, 2011
New Flyers - What do you think??!
I created these to show off some of my work for an artist fair, just for display purposes. Its not a craft fair but I'll be setting out business cards and these. What do you all thing? PLEASE PLEASE comment below or message me.
©2011 GoodKnit Kisses
©2011 GoodKnit Kisses
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Up in Stitches!!
Getting started on the loom? START HERE for your first cast on and stitch technique.
First Loom Stitch: E wrap or Single Stitch
When you first pick up a loom, the instruction book usually teaches you ONE stitch. It is called the Ewrap or in regular knitting also called the single stitch. These stitches are abbreviated as ew or ss respectively. The Ewrap makes a stockinette type stitch. This type usually curls on you. Lets say you make a hat. If you don't make a brim from the instructions (or pattern) then the end of the hat will curl. You can solve this by learning new stitches to start a project in and then continue in the ewrap for the remainder. Many times I will start with a garter stitch as my brim and then ewrap. BTW a hat is the quickest beginner project. It works up fast and tells you you're doing well. Be sure to pick up a Bulky #5 yarn for your first project or 2 skeins of worsted yarn in a #3 or #4 to use together at the same time.
The ewrap simply wraps the peg in a lower case "e" fashion where it crosses on the inside of the loom. Check out this beginners tutorial below to see it and hear some tips along the way. As always..I'm a goof.
(Stay tuned fairly quickly for I will show you both the knit (k) and purl (p) stitches to make the garter stitch pattern.)
Have fun! Be sure to come back and tell me what you've made and your progress! Happy Looming!!
How to Loom Knit: Beginner E wrap (ew) Stitch
© 2011 GoodKnit Kisses
First Loom Stitch: E wrap or Single Stitch
When you first pick up a loom, the instruction book usually teaches you ONE stitch. It is called the Ewrap or in regular knitting also called the single stitch. These stitches are abbreviated as ew or ss respectively. The Ewrap makes a stockinette type stitch. This type usually curls on you. Lets say you make a hat. If you don't make a brim from the instructions (or pattern) then the end of the hat will curl. You can solve this by learning new stitches to start a project in and then continue in the ewrap for the remainder. Many times I will start with a garter stitch as my brim and then ewrap. BTW a hat is the quickest beginner project. It works up fast and tells you you're doing well. Be sure to pick up a Bulky #5 yarn for your first project or 2 skeins of worsted yarn in a #3 or #4 to use together at the same time.
The ewrap simply wraps the peg in a lower case "e" fashion where it crosses on the inside of the loom. Check out this beginners tutorial below to see it and hear some tips along the way. As always..I'm a goof.
(Stay tuned fairly quickly for I will show you both the knit (k) and purl (p) stitches to make the garter stitch pattern.)
Have fun! Be sure to come back and tell me what you've made and your progress! Happy Looming!!
How to Loom Knit: Beginner E wrap (ew) Stitch
© 2011 GoodKnit Kisses
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Loom Knit: NEW Triple Rib Stitch Revealed
OMG I'm soooo excited! I did a totally original loom video!!! My YouTube - Please subscribe!
This stitch is usually done on needles only and I've never seen it on a loom...until Now! Yay!
Have fun, Thanks for watching and Happy Looming!!
©2011 GoodKnit Kisses
This stitch is usually done on needles only and I've never seen it on a loom...until Now! Yay!
Have fun, Thanks for watching and Happy Looming!!
©2011 GoodKnit Kisses
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Rectangle Loom: Casting Off & Finish Loose Beginning End of Panel
Hi loom fans!
Today I've uploaded two new videos to my YouTube Site!
One video shows casting off the rectangular loom from a Twisted Knit Stitch or Single Rib Stitch.
The next video does something I've never found by using Google or searching videos on YouTube. When I first learned to loom knit I figured out how to cast off or bind off my project from the loom but the starting end or side (beginning part you first cast on) always loosed "looser" than the final side. If you crochet then it doesn't bother you. You are probably finishing that end or adding a crochet border around he whole piece. I didn't know how to make this EASIER so I made up my own. The benefit was no extra yarn was needed!! This is great if you ran out of that yarn after making a long scarf or panel. It's also very quick! I hope this helps you on your next project. PLEASE come back and comment or let me know on my YouTube channel. I'd love to hear from you. Here is the video...thanks for tuning in and Happy Looming!! ©2011 GoodKnit Kisses
Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel for ALL new videos. I may not always blog about them :-)
Today I've uploaded two new videos to my YouTube Site!
One video shows casting off the rectangular loom from a Twisted Knit Stitch or Single Rib Stitch.
The next video does something I've never found by using Google or searching videos on YouTube. When I first learned to loom knit I figured out how to cast off or bind off my project from the loom but the starting end or side (beginning part you first cast on) always loosed "looser" than the final side. If you crochet then it doesn't bother you. You are probably finishing that end or adding a crochet border around he whole piece. I didn't know how to make this EASIER so I made up my own. The benefit was no extra yarn was needed!! This is great if you ran out of that yarn after making a long scarf or panel. It's also very quick! I hope this helps you on your next project. PLEASE come back and comment or let me know on my YouTube channel. I'd love to hear from you. Here is the video...thanks for tuning in and Happy Looming!! ©2011 GoodKnit Kisses
Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel for ALL new videos. I may not always blog about them :-)
Monday, November 29, 2010
On the hook with Handmade Jewelry
Recently I was introduced to the world of crocheted jewelry. This has a major BLING factor! Its not a yarn or thread that limps out resembling a hemp and bead design. Imagine Sterling Silver Wire with Swarovski Crystals, custom glass beads or any number of beautiful and funky textured bead designs.
I put it to the test and was immediately in love with the results. Hand selecting my beads, wire and all the way down to my toggle clasp, I began to envision that first necklace. I love to wear black. Don't we all?! Come on...its so slimming! Yes black attire is a staple for many including myself. Black can be boring though so I selected a few different shapes and sizes of beads and lots of texture in a glass bead. Some were small, round & shiny. Many were oblong in a honed finish with beveled edges that shined. And a few select Larger glass balls in a matte finish with a swirling design shown through from the smooth glass base of the bead. Now to get it together!
(Please note this is meant to show how the product is layered but not necessarily a pattern. You'll be able to buy my creations on my Etsy site :-)
I started by making a strand out of sterling silver wire, mixing my selection of beautiful glass beads. I made two more strands. See the picture below.
Then I lace all of the strands together which gives a gorgeous effect! Complete with a quality clasp or toggle...and a few personal touches I like, and presto a lovely piece of jewelry has been created!
Now I just need a photographer for this beauty as my iPhone will simply NOT do it justice!
I put it to the test and was immediately in love with the results. Hand selecting my beads, wire and all the way down to my toggle clasp, I began to envision that first necklace. I love to wear black. Don't we all?! Come on...its so slimming! Yes black attire is a staple for many including myself. Black can be boring though so I selected a few different shapes and sizes of beads and lots of texture in a glass bead. Some were small, round & shiny. Many were oblong in a honed finish with beveled edges that shined. And a few select Larger glass balls in a matte finish with a swirling design shown through from the smooth glass base of the bead. Now to get it together!
(Please note this is meant to show how the product is layered but not necessarily a pattern. You'll be able to buy my creations on my Etsy site :-)
I started by making a strand out of sterling silver wire, mixing my selection of beautiful glass beads. I made two more strands. See the picture below.
Then I lace all of the strands together which gives a gorgeous effect! Complete with a quality clasp or toggle...and a few personal touches I like, and presto a lovely piece of jewelry has been created!
Now I just need a photographer for this beauty as my iPhone will simply NOT do it justice!
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