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Sorrel Single Malt Sweater | Knitting Experience

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The Single Malt sweater by Maxim Cyr is so beautiful. The pattern is simple and easy to memorize and the little design details really make it special. This is the third Single Malt sweater I’ve knit, and probably the most fun I’ve had knitting it. Keep reading for my Sorrel Single Malt sweater knitting experience:

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Jigsaw Puzzle Blanket | Knitting Experience

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I knit the Jigsaw Puzzle Blanket by Westknits as a fun in-between projects kind of knit. It took me over a year to complete and I hurt my wrists while knitting, but despite all of that, I am super happy with my blanket. Keep reading for my rainbow jigsaw puzzle blanket knitting experience:

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Brioche + Mystery Shawl | Knitting Experience

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Last year I was looking to knit a new brioche shawl pattern that seemed more challenging or had a unique construction. I found the Brioche + Mystery shawl by Susanne Sommer which fit both criteria. Keep reading for my Brioche + Mystery Shawl Knitting Experience:

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Moby Sweater | Knitting Experience

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The Moby Sweater by PetiteKnit uses a combination of textures and cables to make this beautiful, classic sweater. I already knit the Moby mini version for my niece, and I wanted to knit one for myself. Keep reading for my experience, plus my tips for knitting the Moby Sweater.

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Pretty in Pink Brioband + Fantastitch Combination Shawl

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Almost a year ago, I knit my Brioband + Fantastitch Combination Shawl using my left over scrap yarns. I loved how it turned out, but I wanted to knit it again with a more intentional palette. Keep reading for more details on my Pretty in Pink Brioband + Fantastitch combination shawl!

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British Aran Single Malt | Knitting Experience

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I knit the Single Malt sweater by Maxim Cyr, for the second time, as a gift for my husband. I love this pattern and making the Single Malt again, but I did have some struggles with gauge from not swatching. I’ve definitely learned my lesson now; keep reading for my experience knitting my British Aran Single Malt Sweater.

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Moby Sweater Mini | Knitting Experience

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I wanted to knit the Moby Sweater Mini for my niece using a fun yarn that I thought she would like. I love knitting for my niece because the knits are fun and quick, and she’s super appreciative. This sweater was so much fun to make! keep reading for my experience knitting the Moby Sweater Mini.

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Rainbow Pengweeno + Mini Honeycomb Aran | Knitting for my Niece

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I’ve wanted to knit a cute little cable sweater for my niece for a while now. In this post, I’ll share my experience modifying the Honeycomb Aran sweater to fit a toddler, and knitting another Pengweeno sweater for her — this time in rainbow!

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Twists and Turns MKAL – Choosing Colors + Predictions

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The 2022 Mystery Knit Along (MKAL) is right around the corner (cast on 6th October), and I’m super excited to be participating for my second year. I’ve selected my colors and I’m sharing my predictions for the Twists and Turns MKAL!

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Overthrow Wrap | Knitting Experience

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Last year, I participated in my first mystery knit along by Stephen West and I had so much fun. The MKAL is usually in October so, to prepare, I set out to finish out all of my WIPs. I finished the Nightshift Shawl a couple weeks ago and now I’ve just finished the Overthrow Wrap. Keep reading for my experience knitting this wrap:

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Pastel Green Fantastitch Dream + Current WIPs

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I made another Fantastitch shawl! This is my third time working the Fantastitch pattern by Stephen West. Keep reading for details on the yarn I used, why I love the Fantastitch, and some updates on what other projects I’m excited about.

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Scrapbuster Satchel Knitting Experience

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I recently finished knitting my second Briochevron Blanket as the ultimate stash-busting project, but I ended up not using up all of my stash. I felt like some of the colors weren’t a good fit for the blanket, so I saved them for another project which ended up being this Scrapbuster Satchel!

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Single Malt Sweater | Knitting Experience

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I knit the Single Malt sweater by Maxim Cyr as a gift for my husband. The Single Malt sweater is knit in the round top-down with raglan sleeves. It uses a simple, yet beautiful stitch motif in an Aran weight yarn on size US 8 needles. Continue reading for my experience knitting the Single Malt Sweater.

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Fantastitch | Knitting Experience – one year later

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I knit a second Fantastitch out of left over stash yarn. I love this pattern so much and revisiting it after a year helped me get my knitting motivation back. Keep reading for my experience knitting another Fantastitch Shawl by Stephen West.