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Knit covered bangles featured in Vogue Holiday Issue

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Location: Vancouver, WA

About Me:: I'm the owner of Knit Picks. I've been knitting for 25 years. I love being able to make the craft of knitting accessible through affordable yarns, books and tools.

Website:: http://kelleypetkun.typepad.com/yarn_rambles/

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Knit covered bangles featured in Vogue Holiday Issue

What a fantastic idea!! The hard part actually turned out to be finding bangles. I went to several places like Target and Kohls but the bangles were about $15.00 each. More than I wanted to pay! I finally hit pay-dirt at Pier One. Back in a corner I found a large basket of bangles… Continue

Posted on October 10th, 2008 at 9:51am —

The winner is the Balmoral Thistle Shawl!

Thank you all so much for helping me narrow down my lace shawl choice. It was a win/win situation for me since I want to knit all three. Now, rather than being bogged down by indecision, I will be able to immediately get started on the Balmoral Thistle… Continue

Posted on October 8th, 2008 at 1:39pm — 2 Comments

Baby Surprise Sweater Extravaganza

I've always loved the concept of Elizabeth Zimmermann's Baby Surprise Sweater (Jacket) but it wasn't until Meg Swansen, Elizabeth's daughter, made a… Continue

Posted on October 2nd, 2008 at 12:53pm — 3 Comments

Prayer Shawl is on its way

I am astounded at how quickly this shawl knit up and how happy I am with the results. It feels light as a cobweb and is a perfect size. Long enough to wrap generously around my friend's shoulders. It is also narrow to fit on a hospital bed.

The blocking went quickly… Continue

Posted on September 24th, 2008 at 1:30pm — 6 Comments

Knitting a Guitar?

This DVD cover certainly captured my knitter's imagination! If you go to the Young at Heart site, you can watch the trailer. And, the best part is watching the knitting needles working in the very beginning. I've put th… Continue

Posted on September 22nd, 2008 at 11:42am — 1 Comment

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At 9:22pm on October 6th, 2008, Donna said…: Thank you, so much, Kelly, for the podcasts. I am new to knit picks, but thoroughly in love with it, and am waiting on my third order in just two weeks. LOL I am working through the podcasts from the earliest upwards. I love to just sit and knit and listen. I love the pattern of segments, especially the book segment. It's also nice to 'meet' the staff. What a great bunch. I don't know if you've heard this before, but you have the most soothing and relaxing voice. I will be sorry to get all caught up on the podcasts and have to wait a week for the next one. ;) Thanks for all the tips and humor and...well...yes, your company. Kiss little Zina for me. If I make a trip to WA, I will come by and kiss her myself. I, too, knit with "babies" in my lap; two toy poodles. Anyway...thank you, again for the excellent podcasts.

At 7:59am on September 26th, 2008, SD said…: Hi Kelly,
I bought the pattern for the diagonal rib pullover and merino style in Iris to make it. I have EZ knitting without tears so I know how to knit it in the round which has been very nice so far. What I'm not sure of is how to manage the decreases for the sleeve caps. Or if I even need them. That's not in EZ's book. So if you could give me some insight on this I would appreciate it.
Thanks,
Stacy

At 2:34pm on September 7th, 2008, gypsyartst said…: I've been busy knitting my first pair of socks using the magic loop method and listening to your podcasts (recently downloaded all of them to my iPod) and thoroughly enjoying both!

Thanks!

Judith

At 12:13am on August 24th, 2008, KarenandDolly said…: I truly love your podcast! Your voice is so relaxing and you explain knitting perfectly that I can learn so much from you. It is so refreshing to listen to you! Please keep up the good work. You relate to me personally about knitting. Can't wait for your next podcast. -Karen

At 5:47pm on August 1st, 2008, JLS33617 said…: Kelly your aran sweater is lovely! I know you like Audible.com Have you listened to Rumple and the Primrose Path a BBC4 Radio dramatization? It is a delight! Your friend in the swamps of Florida, Julia

At 5:43pm on July 29th, 2008, Tamking said…: Many congratulations on Grandson #2! As a Grandma myself, I know how thrilled you are!!
Tammy

At 6:36am on July 25th, 2008, char0618 said…: Thanks Kelly for your welcome. I have made the baby sweater (see atavar) and have the blanket in progress. I also have done the mittens. Am working up the courage to try the Pi shawl. I have a lace triangular shawl on the needles. Charlotte

At 4:48pm on July 23rd, 2008, Bobbie said…: Kelly, I recently downloaded all your podcasts from I-Tunes. I enjoy these so much! I drive an hour each way to work and listening to you makes that drive go by so fast!

Bobbie

At 10:37am on July 18th, 2008, Sorka said…: Thanks Kelly!
Actually I just started playing with mitered squares on my knitting looms! It's super easy and fun!

(My latest little design!)
I think one of the pulls of miters is the seamless or semi seamless contruction they can produce! Also each square can turn out differently if you are using self striping or varigated yarn! Each one has it's own personality!
I can tell you it is never dull!!
Denise

At 4:55pm on July 17th, 2008, pats said…: thanks for the weight info I appreciate it. received my sock blanks this week can't wait to get started. thanks again for all you have done for the knitting community