KNITTING 
Yarn bombers strike again on public art in Berkeley(0)
by Tracey Taylor
The underground knitting activists have struck again, and this time their target is one of the pair of imposing sculptures on Berkeley’s I-80 pedestrian overpass near University Avenue. The sculpture on the east side of the bridge now features a knitted cozy covering the book of the reader in the work of art.
The [...]
Knotty Knitters – 2011 Calendar
From the Knotty Knitters website:
Welcome to our Knotty Knitters for Autism Calendar site. Our calendar project has been a long & fun journey inspired by two darling autistic children who are very loved. The brain-child of Marsha Cunningham (grandma & Miss September) this calendar is a fundraising effort for children with autism. Thank you in [...]
The knitting exhibition that’s good enough to eat
There are knitters, and then there is the mighty Kate Jenkins. You won’t find woolly mittens or granny blankets in her craft room. No, her needles whip up something much more interesting. Last year she turned a London art gallery into a proper British caff, complete with bangers and all, and took over Brighton beach [...]
How to:Little Knit Tote Bag
by Authentic Knitting Board
This cute, knit tote bag, made on a knitting board, is a great project for beginners.
Finished size 10”X8”X4”
Materials:
10 in. Knitting Board
Yarn used bulky 100% Wool Brown Sheep Bulky
Stitch Stockinette throughout
Gauge 3sts=1” 4 rows=1”
Instructions:
FRONT AND BACK OF BAG
Make (2) pieces for front and back of bag. Front and Back of bag are the [...]
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