Thurlby Lane Beanie KAL -- more finished Beanies!

Back in October 2014 a bunch of decided to have a Thurlby Lane Beanie KAL and I'm so happy we did!  I love this hat have worn it two two winters (and Autumns) in a row.  I've since added a bright pink fur poof on the top and love it all the more.  It dawned on me the other day I never showed off my finished Thurlby, so here it is...

Yep this is me in my Thurlby, sorry the pic is so blurry!

I knit mine if my Sandrasingh.com 1 Ply Merino Worsted in the Blue Gray colorway. This yarn is now on sale for only $6 a skein!

And this adorable beanie was knit by my fellow knitter in arms Laurel Smith, also in my 1 Ply Merino Worsted in the Spring colorway.  Laurel reports that her son loves to wear it!

The timeless Thurlby Lane Beanie is part of Army of Knitters Winter 2013/14 collection and a very flattering design.  Play with solid or variegated colors as we did, or knit some intentional stripes, make it your own and have fun.

Spring 2016 Work In Progress Knit or Crochet Along

Kicking Off our Ravelry "Spring 2016 Work In Progress KAL or CAL!" 

The first day of Spring was March 20th and we finished our Winter WIP KAL & CAL with 4 finished WIP! Congratulations to all!

The weather is finally warming up perfect for taking out those languishing lace projects or forgotten pullovers and don’t forget the SOCKS!  Join our Spring 2016 WIP KAL or CAL and get the encouragement you need to finish.

No purchase necessary and any project (no matter where purchased) you had on your needles or hooks on or before March 21st is fair game.

NEW Shawl Sherbet Fountain by Ambah O'Brien

This transitional shawl will instantly update your Spring look! Ambah O'Brien's new textured shawl Sherbet Fountain is ideal for an adventurous beginner but interesting enough for a seasoned pro!  Knit yours in two, or even three, contrasting colorways or simply a solid, you may even want to knit more than one. 

And Stock Up & Save with these Yarn Specials: Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock is 40% Off and Fate Fingering is 50% Off, with each skein you purchase you'll receive any 3 Schaefer Patterns offered on my website for FREE, a $15 value.  Simply write the Pattern Numbers in the Comments Box during check out and the PDFs will be emailed to you.  AND Cascade Magnum is only $5 a skein with the purchase of French Press Knits' Montebello Cowl pattern!
 

SPECIAL OFFER! Cascade Magnum only $5 with Montebello Cowl Kit

French Press Knits' Montebello Cowl kit is only $15.99! This includes a skein of Cascade Magnum for only $5, the pattern and the US shipping.

A quick knit that would make a thoughtful gift.   And super bulky Magnum is soft and warm and would feel wonderful around your neck.

6 Spring Knitting Projects

Put a spring back into your step and onto your knitting needles with these 6 light weight projects!

Gardiner Yarn Works' Vinings socks are knit with only 380 yards of a fingering weight yarn, ideal for 1 skein of Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock or Serendipitous Ewe Fate Fingering and both yarns are still On Sale with the offer for 3 FREE Schaefer Patterns w/purchase.

Vinings

Afternoon Breezes

Buds in the Breeze Stole

Botany Wrap

Be.Leaf

Criollo

All 6 patterns are instant PDF downloads, follow the links after purchase.  Has Spring put you in the mood for a little lace?  For more ideas visit Lace Projects.

40-50% OFF Sock Yarn & FREE Pattern Offer

For every skein of Yarn you purchase you'll receive 3 Schaefer Patterns of your choice, a $15 value!  Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock is 40% Off, each skein has 435 yards, perfect for a pair of socks or even a lace scarf.  AndFate Fingering is now 50% Off with 400 yards per skein, what's that you hear?  A Sock Pattern calling you!

With each skein you purchase you'll receive any 3 Schaefer Patterns offered on my website for FREE.  Simply write the Pattern Numbers in the Comments Box during check out and the PDFs will be emailed to you. 
 

NEW the Bittersweet Cowl by Laura Aylor

 This lovely Cowl is a Quick & Easy Knit!

 

Beat Winter's icy grip with Laura Aylor's new cowl!  The fitted neckline caresses you while the drape across your shoulders keeps you pleasingly warm.  Aylor's Bittersweet Cowl is a stylish layering piece that will instantly embrace you.

Adore Aylor's clean and classic designs?  See them all at Laura Aylor.

 

NEW RosyPosy Designs' Posh Petals Shawl

This transitional shawl is also a great stash buster project. 

A fresh design that will elegantly take you from Winter into Spring!  Layered “petals” in shaded color tones make an unusual, slightly 3-dimensional border for RosyPosy Designs' narrow crescent shaped shawl Posh Petals. Knit bottom-up with sport-weight yarn, different weights could also be used. And although its shown in five different colors, use any combination of colors to create your own stunning Petals. Also a great stash-buster project! 

Check out all of RosyPosy Designs' projects!

Introducing Ambah O'Brien's Sea Dragon Shawl

A fun, easy and addictive knit! 

Suitable for adventurous beginners, but be warned, once you knit one Sea Dragon you won't want to stop!  Inspired by sea creatures real and imagined, Ambah O'Brien's Sea Dragon Shawl is knit from side to side, with short rows forming a shallow crescent shape. This comfortable shape is perfect for wrapping around your neck scarf-style or wearing around your shoulders. Choose between 2 sizes and showcase your favorite yarn: go crazy with your leftover stash, use a variegated, or go with a solid color combination!

Do you love Ambah's brilliant and innovative designs!  Check out all her projects at Ambah O'Brien.

Free Lace Shawl Pattern: Stars in the twilight

You'll make a stunning entrance from Winter into Spring with this lovely lace shawl!  Designer Kalliopi Aronis created Stars in the twilight to be knit in only 400 yards of a fingering weight yarn and 1 skein of Serendipitous Ewe Fate Fingering in Twilight Sky is the perfect yarn in the perfect colorway!  The pattern is free from knitty and it gets even better, Fate Fingering is now 50% Off!

NEW the Pennant keyhole scarf by Laura Aylor

A fun wrap you can enjoy wearing in many different ways. 

Make a smooth transition from Winter to Spring with this versatile little wrap.  A classic triangle keyhole scarf by designer Laura Aylor wear Pennant draped over your shoulders, wrapped twice around your neck or play with the four keyhole openings for even more looks.  Shown in a Sport weight you can easily play with gauge to get the look and texture you want!
 

Love Laura Aylor's classic looks, check out all her Designs.

This Valentine Day say "I Love You" with a Hand Knit

Something soft for their neck or warm for their shoulders or toes show your loved ones just how much you care with a beautiful hand knit. And remember you're special too! 

Sivia Harding's Beaded Drawstring Purse

Lilaque by Fiber Dreams

Dreamy Valentine by Ambah O'Brien

Gardiner Yarn Works' True Love Socks

and Sweet Valentine also by Ambah O'Brien

Update Your Winter Wardrobe: the Reversible Lace Scarf

Pattern FREE with yarn purchase! 

Drape a lace scarf around your neck and your same old, same old winter coat is new again! Designer Anne Davenport created the Reversible Lace Scarf with just that, a reversible stitch pattern that looks perfect no matter which way you this scarf.  Knit in 800-900 yards of a lace weight yarn this pattern is FREE with a yarn purchase and I suggest my Sandrasingh Lace, or The Alpaca Yarn Company's Suri Elegance or even Malabrigo's Lace Baby Merino. All 3 are On Sale and with all the color options available you'll find one or two that will compliment your eyes and your winter coat.

FREE Hat Pattern - Knotty but nice

1 skein of Cascade 220 Superwash is all you need! 

 

Keep warm during the snowstorms raging nationwide with the free Knotty but nice unisex hat!  Designer Natalie Larson created Knotty but nice to be knit in only 1 skein of Cascade 220 Superwash and the pattern is free from knitty. It gets even better Cascade 220 Superwash, and 220 Wool, are both 30% Off!   

Update Your Wardrobe: the Point of Libra Cowl

A hand knit cowl is a fast & fun way to update your look. 

 

Breathe new life into your favorite sweater, blouse or Tee by simply layering on hand knit cowl. Play with your most flattering color with Laura Aylor's new Point of Libra cowl, knit in 6 different shades you'll enjoy knitting and wearing this garter stitch project. 

Or go for a flowing cowl in a solid colorway with a sweet lace design. Fiber Dream's Lisca is also knit in garter stitch and will look beautiful in a color that matches your eyes. 

Perhaps you prefer longer cowl which can be worn full length or wrapped around your neck.  Chiagu's Chamomile is worked in a stitch that is reversible, smart for when you do decide to wrap it!

Update Your Winter Wardrobe:Part II Hand Knit Cowls

Breathe new life into your favorite sweater, blouse or Tee by simply layering on hand knit cowl. Since a cowl is worn near your face color is extremely important, use a shade that flatters your skin tone and of course your eyes.  

Shape is the next important consideration.  Do you need a cowl that will sit close to you neck for extra warmth?  Or do you prefer a versatile long cowl that can be worn full length or doubled up for a different look?  Maybe you love the look of a flowing style that covers your neck but also sits dramatically on your shoulders.  Enjoy all the stages -- pursuing the project, the actual knit and of course the compliments you'll receive when finished!

Knit in a bulky yarn French Press Knits' Montebello cowl is a quick knit perfect for advanced beginners but interesting enough for every level knitter.

Gardiner Yarn Works Gordian Twist Neckwarmer is “fauxbius” and features a 360- degree twist in your knitting (a true moebius is only 180 degrees) that doesn’t require any special cast-on but is perfect for holding a special snuggly yarn close to your neck.

The lovely beaded Misty Soft Infinity Tube Scarf/Cowl by HeartStrings is knitted and finished as a continuous loop with no edges and no wrong side showing.

Cocoon Me by RosyPosy Designs is a set of wonderfully textured cowl using a cocoon stitch that looks interesting on both sides and is especially snuggly worked in a single-ply merino yarn.  The pattern also includes instructions for a shawlette.

Ilga Leja's Tundra cowl both warms and adorns the shoulders, neck, and head. Worked from the bottom up, it can be adjusted in length. Work it as a simple rolled neck cowl. Or knit the neck and
head portion to an extreme length.

Play with short rows with
Jane Thornley's Once Upon a Cowl. 
Wear it around your shoulders or pull it over your
head as an impromptu hood.

Update Your Winter Wardrobe: the Lakehouse Cardigan

Update your wardrobe with this classic cabled cardigan that you'll want to wear everyday of the week!  Laura Aylor's new lightweight Lakehouse cardi features crossed stockinette, two bold cables and a cozy shawl collar.  Its knit seamlessly and this flattering design includes 7 sizes.  Laura's collection of cardigans, vests and pullovers are known for their clean lines and simplicity that can be dressed up or worn casually, enjoy all her garment Projects.

 

Update Your Winter Wardrobe: Part I 6 Cardigan & Pullover Projects

Winter is in full swing and its not showing any signs of slowing down!  Fall in love with your wardrobe all over again and stay stylishly warm with one of these flattering pullover or cardigan sweater designs. 

The Noni Classic
This Noni Pattern includes 2 Designs, a Pullover & Cardigan.

Shilshole by Andrea Rangel
Enjoy a stranded colorwork project!

Cromarty by Army of Knitters
Lacy and sweet and flattering on all figures.

Laura by Chiagu
Wear Laura to the office or while running errands on the weekend.

Ziggy by Pamela Wynne
Learn a new skill or two with this oh so stylish cardigan.

Tethys by Fiber Dreams
A casual pullover that will become a beloved staple.

Have a Hot Cup of Tea with your Knitting

Dawn Brocco invites you to join her for a hot cup of tea!  Dawn's new Spouted Strawberry Tea Cozy has spout and handle openings so the cozy can remain on the teapot whilst pouring.  Instructions include 2-3 and 3-4 cup sizes. If you're a tea drinker you'll also enjoy Dawn's Tree of Life and Bee Hive tea cozies. 

 

Tree Of Life

Bee Hive

There are many ways for you to get involved with our online knitting community.  In my Ravelry group Sandrasingh.com our Winter Edition or Is it Spring Yet?  WIP Knit or Crochet Along is in full swing.  I've launched the Ravelry Projects & Stash Drawing IX in which 3 lucky winners will receive a Sandrasingh Exclusive pattern.  And if you enjoy charity knits the Knit or Crochet Along for the Foster Care 2 Success Red Scarf Project is under way.  Melody and I would love for you to join us!