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
As Mother’s day is soon approaching, I am really excited to be involved in the annual Mum’s and Daughters Tea Party organised by Every Nation Church. Yey!
Today we are making stamps for labelling gift boxes. If you would like to make your own lino print stamps than go here for fun tutorial!
Have fun today!
Rasa :-)
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
Isn’t tunisian crochet stitch lovely, no wonder it is so in season right now! Luckily I learned it while I was at Knitting & Stitching show couple of weeks ago. Click here for tutorial with the video.
Happy Halloween!
Rasa :)
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 :)
Today I am really excited to present a new granny squares tutorial with Febrero es asi (a lovely blog written by Isabel). Granny squares (as you know) are fun to do and there are so many things you can make out of them starting with the most obvious of course – the blankets. You can crochet granny squares in different colours and make pillows, rugs, table runners and so on. The possibilities are endless! Oh… and before I forget, here is where you can access the tutorial for it!
So tell us, what are you going to make with your granny squares?
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
Today I have decided to share the fundamentals of sewing from pattern. Here are the two first tutorials (understanding a pattern and cutting out pattern). More tutorials are on the way once there are more sewing project to work with. For now you can practice on these lovely pieces…
I hope you will find it all useful ;)
Rasa
