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Knitters: Are there any quick, easy, trendy projects out there this summer?

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Cinder

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What are you looking for? Something to use/wear now or for later? I'm am far from trendy but I think shawls/shawlettes are still popular. I've heard a lot about the Color Affection Shawl. It's a bit of a commitment, though. This Nori Shawl looks cool and not too complex, of course you'd still have to pay attention. lol

 

I've just been knitting cotton dishcloths. :D

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Yoga socks. They are like fingerless gloves for your feet. I made my first pair and they were super cute. However, if you don't like knitting socks you might not like this. I am now very clear that I don't like knitting with teensy needles and sock yarn. But, if you like it, then you should give yoga socks a try.

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Jane in NC

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Yoga socks. They are like fingerless gloves for your feet. I made my first pair and they were super cute. However, if you don't like knitting socks you might not like this. I am now very clear that I don't like knitting with teensy needles and sock yarn. But, if you like it, then you should give yoga socks a try.

 

After making a cowl (My Kind of Saturday if you are on Ravelry), I was so happy to return to my sock making. Give me fingerling weight yarn any day!

 

Over the weekend I purchased the materials to make the beaded embellished cuffs gracing the cover of a recent Piecework magazine. I have not combined beadwork with knitting. This simple project looks like a good way to test the waters.

 

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Rose in BC

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After making a cowl (My Kind of Saturday if you are on Ravelry), I was so happy to return to my sock making. Give me fingerling weight yarn any day!

 

Over the weekend I purchased the materials to make the beaded embellished cuffs gracing the cover of a recent Piecework magazine. I have not combined beadwork with knitting. This simple project looks like a good way to test the waters.

 

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Jane I'm with you...socks are my favorite project!

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Cinder

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After making a cowl (My Kind of Saturday if you are on Ravelry), I was so happy to return to my sock making. Give me fingerling weight yarn any day!

 

I'm with you on small needles. Right now I'm knitting a bulky hat on US10! It's hurting my hands. I also have a sock cast on and it feels so comfy after the hat. Like a rest for my hands.

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mumto2

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If you like knitting stuffed toys Alan Dart has some fun ones at his website. He also has one published in the Simply Knitting magazine each month. I think I saw them for sale in the US too. Dd has made many of his patterns and they seem to be quite good accuracy wise. His different mice and hamsters are so cute.

 

Yes, I know I should be linking. I can't!

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Arcadia

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If you like knitting stuffed toys Alan Dart has some fun ones at his website. He also has one published in the Simply Knitting magazine each month.

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Yes, I know I should be linking. I can't!

 

http://www.alandart.co.uk/latest/

http://www.alandart.co.uk/products-page/

 

I promised my boys knitted or crochet Easter Bunnies. I have to improve my skill.

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Bug's Mom

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Thanks for all the suggestions!

 

I don't know what I want. That's the problem. :lol:

 

I looked on what I have saved on ravelry and

 

Hitchhiker http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hitchhiker

 

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Bunny Nuggets http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bunny-nuggets

 

still look interesting.

 

I haven't made Hitchhiker, but I did make the Twisted Edge Shawlette, which is similar. http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/twisted-edge-shawlette

It was easy (after several rows...once I "knew" the pattern somewhat) , but not boring.

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I like small projects that travel easily to waiting rooms, swim practice, gymnastics, story time, etc. In between socks I've been working on a little beaded purse called the Tosh Purse from Sock Yarn One Skein Wonders. Unsurprisingly, it is going to take me two skeins, but I was prepared for that.

 

I just checked out Teeny-Tiny Mochimochi from the library. Most of the projects are 1" long. Of course, I'll have to get some more yarn...

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Cinder

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I made a bunny nugget for dd. It was quick and easy. The hardest part was stitching on the nose--mine kept coming out wonky. Do it in a self-striping yarn for extra fun.

 

Hitchhiker is one of those patterns that I keep adding then deleting from my queue. I dunno, maybe someday? I think it's the teeth--blocking them out--that keeps scaring me off.

 

ETA: Another really quick and easy toy: Owl Puff

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Jane in NC

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I'm currently knitting baby items (due in a few weeks and she must be covered in wool this winter!)but I did find some beautiful linen slip stitch dish towels that are on my list.

 

http://www.purlbee.c...dishtowels.html

 

Boy, are those lovely! And guess who happens to have several colors of linen in her stash?? Thank you!

 

Jane

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If you like knitting stuffed toys Alan Dart has some fun ones at his website. He also has one published in the Simply Knitting magazine each month. I think I saw them for sale in the US too. Dd has made many of his patterns and they seem to be quite good accuracy wise. His different mice and hamsters are so cute.

 

Yes, I know I should be linking. I can't!

 

I used one of his patterns for Christmas last year. I changed it up a bit -- for example, I used icord for the feet. It was really cute and quick. http://www.alandart.co.uk/product/all-patterns/furry-fairiesfree/

 

My next project will be a 221B hat http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEw12/PATT221b.php I'm pondering a scarf with various motifs from the show.

 

Other than that, I'd ponder something Mochimochi http://mochimochiland.com/gallery-2/ -- maybe make a boatload of tiny Santas or snowmen.

 

Or maybe some knitted jewelry http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/estee-necklace-and-earrings http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/leaf-earrings-706 http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mudra-cuff

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Jane in NC

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I used one of his patterns for Christmas last year. I changed it up a bit -- for example, I used icord for the feet. It was really cute and quick. http://www.alandart....ry-fairiesfree/

 

My next project will be a 221B hat http://www.knitty.co...12/PATT221b.php I'm pondering a scarf with various motifs from the show.

 

Other than that, I'd ponder something Mochimochi http://mochimochiland.com/gallery-2/ -- maybe make a boatload of tiny Santas or snowmen.

 

Or maybe some knitted jewelry http://www.ravelry.c...ce-and-earrings http://www.ravelry.c...af-earrings-706 http://www.ravelry.c...rary/mudra-cuff

 

Gail! The 221B hat is perfect! I will make this for my son's girlfriend.

 

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

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GailV

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Ooooooh, sometimes I think about making another clapotis. I made my first one from a solid color yarn that was part silk -- I think it was a close out from Webs years ago. The texture was great for dropping all of the stitches.

 

So that's all I've got for you -- look for the close outs, and don't limit yourself to a multicolored yarn since it's very nice as a solid.

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Cinder

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I just have to find the right yarn without spending $100 on it. If anyone wants to give suggestions, I'm listening!

 

Perhaps KnitPicks Swish Tonal? Looks like it would be around $60 total.

 

Or Berroco Vintage? I haven't used this yarn but you can check reviews on Ravelry. Check WEBS for sales.

 

If you prefer an acrylic yarn the Deborah Norville line and Red Heart Soft have some nice variegated colorways for a low cost. And the yarn is pretty soft too.

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