Friendly Nettle
Friendly Nettle is a community site for crafters of all sorts offering free project ideas, patterns for knitting, sewing and crocheting.
Hey, do you remember this knitted bird decoration? I have been digging out some decorations for Easter and this is what I came across. This little birdie never goes out of fashion ;-).
The reason why I called it a “Pigeon” is because my friend Anna thought that the colours resembles it quite well! What do you think? Pigeons might not have a good reputation, they still look cute if you think about it.
To knit your own “Pigeon” go here!
Happy knitting!
Rasa xoxo
It’s have been really fun meeting everybody for knitting and cup of tea with a cake in our knitting get-togethers. This was quite an experience for me too! We have learned different methods of casting on, knitting and interesting new stitches. We shared tips and even books!
Sadly this is coming to the end as Friendly Nettle is on the move. But not for too long! In the new location there will be new faces and even more knitting and crafting fun! So watch this space for new events coming ;-).
For now join us at our last knitting group meeting on 24th of March. For more details click here!
Hopefully see you soon ;-)
Rasa xoxo
I have been knitting cables a lot lately! You loved cable sweater that I have knitted, so I thought I will give a tutorial on how to knit basic cables. Click here for the video tutorial. And it’s not as difficult as you think ;-).
Enjoy your weekend ;-)
Rasa xoxo
In my opinion, woollen socks are not only for winter. They are great for a rainy spring day worn under wellies and are really comfortable at home as the slippers :-). Knitting them is also quite enjoyable. And it is not as difficult as it looks! I use 5 double pointed needles to knit in circle, but if you find it easer you can use circular needles for that too. So are you ready to begin? Click here for step by step instructions.
By the way, big thanks to Vicki’s mum who helped me to put the size chart together for these socks (even if she doesn’t know it).
Rasa xoxo
I finally completed the cable sweater I have been knitting since last year (beginning of this winter)! I know I know, this might be a little late! But if you put your mind to it, you can knit your own in no time ;-). This Sweater is loose knit and chunky, therefore really easy and fun to knit. Click here for the pattern.
Enjoy your week :-)
Rasa
I think you would agree that getting a gift for a dad or any man is a difficult task. My dad often ends up getting pair of socks or a tie. So this year I thought of something different. I loved the knitted loafers that I made for myself so I thought I will remake it in manly size. I also made it extra protective and strong by taking Sian’s advice and attaching soles on them! What do you think? Click here for Loafers For Him Project with the step-by-step instructions.
That’s something to do for a weekend ;)
Rasa xoxo
Just wanted to welcome our newest knitting club member: Bruno! Although he can’t knit he has a real passion for yarn :)
Are you interested to join us too? If yes, then check out our events page! Although our knitting events are often full, we are interested to know our future demand for it. Just let us know of the location where you want to meet for social knitting (or other crafts) and you never know… we might host an event where it is convenient for you :)
When Bruno is not sleeping or playing he loves accompanying me with blogging… aww :)
Have a lovely week!
Rasa xoxo
Couple of weeks ago Jacolien shared with us on how to knit bamboo stitch. Have you had a chance to try it out? If yes, then this pillow DIY is for you! Here is her blog again if you missed it last time ;).
Happy tuesday!
Rasa xoxo
I had such an inspiring day yesterday at The Knitting & Stitching Show :) in London. It was defiantly worth to visit! This event is for everybody who loves crafts as it has many exhibitors who offers classes, supplies, books or ready crafted goodness to sell. Although it was quite overwhelming to see so much in one day, I have few favourites: Sheep Of Steel hand-spins this lovely yarn (pictures above and bellow)
Really pretty Irish fabric (Fabric Affair picture above and Magee Of Donegal picture bellow)
And some work with Liberty fabrics. I love Liberty fabrics!
I was quite tempted to buy everything, but I settled for something that was on sale (lots and lots of yarns that I am looking forward to work with!), a pair vintage plastic needles (I so want more of them), and tatting shuttles (I will tell you more about it next time).
You wish you were there? Well, you are not too late! It is on for this weekend in Alexander Palace, London.
Have a lovely weekend then!
Rasa :)
I am sorry to break the news, but winter is coming really soon! So I started getting ready by knitting these lovely loafers.
I love loafers even if I don’t own any (I am planning to get a pair very soon). Meanwhile I will be wearing these ;)
Knit yours too! The pattern is here.
Have a lovely week!
Rasa xoxo
I am so pleased to present Jacolien’s tutorial on how to knit bamboo stitch! It was my first time to learn this stitch and with Jacolien’s help it was soo easy! I met Jacolien in London while she was on her crazy adventurous trip here. Ever since we have become really good blogging buddies! Love it! Here is her blog :)
Have a nice midweek :)
Rasa
As mentioned previously, we have been knitting mini hats to contribute to Innocent Big Knit campaign. Sadly the time have came to say goodbye to our little hats as they are about to be posted to the Fruit Towers (Innocent Head-office) this afternoon :(.
On the positive note, I hope these little hats will make someone else happy, it could even be you (available from November).
Have a very happy day!
Rasa :)
Past couple of days I have been knitting a pillow as part of my pillow challenge and I had to carry this big yarn roll every time I am on the go (I could have wind down a smaller yarn ball from it, but I suppose I have been lazy to do that!).
The pillow is finally finished! So if you want to make it for yourself you can find a pattern here.
Let me know what you think ;)
Rasa x
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I love Christmas! Everything about it! I especially love baking and decorating. Have you done your Christmas decorating yet? I am sure you did! I have seen so many of my friends on Facebook putting all these wonderful pics of their homes which kind of put me under pressure. Because me as always never on time with this. And this is not because I have lack of inspiration, this is because I always run out of time. So here we go, I finally unloaded what was in my head already all made (including baking) and ready to go….
I even knitted this bird shape hanging decoration and if you remember last year’s post on Christmas decoration,this is exactly the pattern I used.
This bird decoration is not only for Christmas (it is for keeps ;). The knitting pattern for it is here!
Happy Christmas decorating!
Rasa xox
