Knitting Dragonflies

Yeah, we know it, we are talented and knitter’s know how to look good in their knits. Last year, we were all knitting or crocheting the big neck wraps. Lots of patterns everywhere, in fact we have been knitting and crocheting them for a couple of years. Now, our scarves are showing up everywhere on the runways…. This year we have all price ranges Derek Lam scarf $35, Armand Diradourian scarf $438, Fendi scarf$180, Anna Kula scarf $225 to name a few. Instead of looking to big name designers, look to the “real designers” of these warm and beautiful items. Tudora by by Cheryl Marling she blogs at a simple yarn Aibhlinn by Mary Burr Baby it’s Cowled Outside by Megan Granholm who blogs at loop de doo Chic Cabled Cowl by Elizabeth at Loop Knits, and she has more patterns. Misti International , chunky, fast pattern ( rav link ) From Hello Yarn this classy Irish hiking scarf ( rav link ), and her Besotted Scarf ( rav link) Just to get you started, find some yarn, get your needles out an

Here are some cool things I found while I was searching for some inspiration and lusting after spring.Check these out: Love Noro Kureyon and Silk Garden ? Who doesn't? According to Knitter's Review here is a knockoff of that yarn Boku from Plymouth . In this economy it may allow us to make some things that are on our "wish list". If anyone uses this, please let me know! Check out their free patterns also!! I can see this simple crochet flower added to a purse or make it into a pin! That way you can move it to whatever item you want. Thanks to Lion Brand Yarn. From Berroco here is a free pattern for a nice cardigan, I think this would be perfect for some cool spring days. I like the lattice looking stitch on the bodice, it makes me want to plant some morning glories. (that means I would have to knit this in blue, ha, my favorite color) From Hello Yarn check out this pattern for socks! Skull socks of Fury. This felted laptop bag is nice