Naturally, Kim's Knitting Episode 2

Hello,
I am still so knew to this video podcasting that it is hard for me to get my episodes out on time. I thought I was all ready on Saturday, then I discovered that I had sent out the wrong link. This time I am pretty sure that I am all right.

This is where you can find Naturally, Kim's Knitting Episode 2

Some of the things that I talked about on the video were:

FINISHED PROJECTS
Top Down Preemie Hats
Clover Pom Pom Makers (small)

ON THE NEEDLES
Line by Line Mittens to Gloves
Knit Picks Stroll Fingering

I think that is it this week. Please keep an eye out for the next episode and share this with others that might be interested.

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Naturally, Kim's Knitting

Show Notes:
Introduction:
     Geeky Girls Knit
     Bethany House Review
     NetGalley
     The Christian Book Club Network
     UpWorks
     The Color of Magic by Terry Pratchett
On The Needles
     Knit Pinks Stroll Fingering Rainforest Heather
     Top Down Preemie Hat by C.C. Almon
     Drops Big Delight
     Line by Line Mittens to Gloves
     AtMyHouse

Finished Items
       Downton Cowl

Things That Have Me Excited
     Knit Kimono, Too
     Bernat Cotton-ish
     Acorn tv
     Clover Pom-Pom Maker

Where to find me:
     Instagram: knittin_kim
     Ravelry: ksnapier
     Blogger: Naturally, Kim's Knitting
     Wordpress: naturallykimsknitting.wordpress.com

Christmas is almost here

I LOVE CHRISTMAS. And I love making things for others. This year is just the same. I have made so many things throughout the year and this is just the beginning of my end of the year gifts. You will be seeing more of my projects as it gets closer. I am going to try to post them as I finish them, so the posts may be short but they will be more frequent. 

I am also in the process of creating a pod/videocast under Knittin' Kim, so please keep an eye out for it after the New Year, or Hogmany if you are across the pond.  

With Christmas coming, I have been busy, busy, busy. My items for myself have been put on hold while I make things for my loved one.
The picture above is a scarf that I made for my husband, my own pattern. It was made from Knit Picks Brava Cobblestone Heather. I love how thick it is and I can just picture my hubby wrapped in it when he is out clearing out pathways in just a few weeks.

The next item that I have completed:  This is a gift card holder that I have made for some friends of the family. I love it, but then I love cables. This was so much fun to make. I found the pattern on Knit Picks and here is the link on Ravelry. I made it out of Stroll Tweed, The color was Garnet Heather. I was able to make it with yarn left over for another holder.

I hope that these items are inspiration for everyone. If there are any questions, or comments please let me know. God Bless you all.

Reading, Writing and so much more: Craft Book Review: Susan B. Anderson's Kids' Knitt...

Reading, Writing and so much more: Craft Book Review: Susan B. Anderson's Kids' Knitt...: This book has proven to me that there is still much to learn in the area of knitting, even for someone that has been doing for over 40 years...

Susan B. Anderson's Kids' Knitting Workshop

jacket image for Susan B. Anderson's Kids’ Knitting WorkshopThis book has proven to me that there is still much to learn in the area of knitting, even for someone that has been doing for over 40 years.

This is such a well-illustrated book, with clearly written instruction, it should help any new knitter to learn this skill quickly.

The book is divided into easily digested chapters. To begin, she admits that the first information may seem boring but it is important to talk about the tools and materials that are needed to build confidence. Then she divides the rest of the book into lessons that are easy to follow along. She also places hints in each lesson, such as making a butterfly with the end yarn so the knitter does not get confused and knit with it. Each section also has projects for the knitter at whichever level they are at. There are some adorable bracelets or a cowl for beginners plus other patterns. Included in the intermediate knitter section are some cute headbands and a hat. Then in the advanced section, there is a cute fox pillow, toys and puppets.

Susan B. Anderson has written other knitting books like Itty-Bitty Hats, Topsy-Turvy Inside-Out Knit Toys. She also has a knitting blog and teaches classes on Craftsy and other areas.

I was going to give this book to a new knitter I am working with, but have decided to keep it as a guideline for future students.

I love this book. I was given this book by the author, artisonbooks and Workman Publishing, Inc. in exchange for my honest review.

Posted by Kimberly Napier at 6:57 AM  

Lots on the Needles

So here we are, one week before Thanksgiving. In my mind this means only one month to get all of my Christmas gifts done! Yike!

Anyway, this week I have begun pattern testing for three ladies so my other projects have only seen minimum time this week.

I can't go into a lot of detail on the test patterns. But I am working on socks, and I chose to do an XL pair. This is funny because it could almost count as a Christmas stocking, it is that large. 

I am also working on a sweater. I qualify this by saying that I did have a sweater come out of storage with a big hole in it, so I need to replace it. 

My third object is a cowl which really should work up fast as it is made with large needles and super chunky yarn.

So those are my tests. Now for my other objects.

I am working on my son's replacement socks out of  a discontinued yarn color from Knit Picks. Pictures, hopefully in a week or so.

Then I have started a poncho for my California granddaughter. It is the Poncho Oli. This is on Les Tricots de Cecile. I am using odds and ends and each cable repeat is knit in a different color. It is turning out beautiful. This is working up quickly, but with the other projects it will probably get done right before Christmas.

Anyway, That is about all this week. Hopefully I will have pictures next week. I will also begin to post items on Ravelry this week under ksnapier.

I hope everyone enjoy their Thanksgiving dinners and keep those needles working. 

Crazy day????

Hello everyone.
I am sorry for missing last week. Life happens and nothing can stop it at times. However, I am here today with my latest activities.

So far today, I have had a great morning. We have had wild winds here lately which makes me realize that winter is on its way. So this morning I made a small container of lip balm. After I pick up some distilled water, I am going to make my hubby a nice aftershave spray and then finally, probably tomorrow, I am going to work on my first try at making a solid perfume with essential oils.

I know, right now some of you are looking at this entry and asking, what does this have to do with knitting? Well, I am a retired person, so I like to diversify my activities, so I do a little knitting and yarn work, and diy homemade things, like lip balm, and I work from home writing book reviews (see Reading, Writing and so much more) and helping a tutoring company review schools.

Now on to the knitting. First of all is a sad thing. I was working on my son's second sock the other day, when I realized that in my straightening up a couple days previously, I threw the other sock away. Since he has such long feet I needed all the yarn I had to make two, so I did not have any extra. Now I have a sockie puppet for my granddaughter and soon-to-be grandson, I guess.

Next I belong to a group called AtMyHouse and we have monthly exchanges. I signed up for the cowl exchange this time. I made it out of leftover yarn from my granddaughter's dress from my first entry. Here is how the cowl turned out

Then after having to frog my coat 2 weeks ago, I restarted and this is how far I made it on the back right now. The pattern name and yarn are on the previous entry. Please check it out.

I have also started a wrap-around jacket for my granddaughter out of the same leftover yarn used in the cowl. I did not like the pattern so I am adapting it right now. I am not ready to show it off yet, so hopefully next week. 

Next I am off to do some spindling with some roving I picked up at Knit Picks. I cannot wait. Hopefully it will turn out and there will be a pic next time. 

Take care all and keep those needles moving. 

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