Fun & Stuff Beanies

So, did you see them? No? Okay, I've posted them here for you...

These beanies were made with kids in mind. Could you image your son, perhaps your daughter, with a Broncos or Raiders hat on? Are you a fan? Are they a fan? These are perfect. They measure 6 1/2 inches in length and stretch to fit any sized head. They are fun, fantastic, and fashionable. And the best part . . . they are washable, Mom!

Stay tuned to my blog for more fabulous beanies. Need a specific team? Just comment and let me know. I'd be happy to put it in my shop . . . Or better yet, head over to

http://www.etsy.com/shop/theartfulyarn

You'll be glad you did!

So, as I always say,

Knit On!

Deb

I'm Just Sayin'

The neurotic knitter (me) has been busy making new items for the shop. I'm currently making theme knit beanies complete with stripes . . . the colors match your favorite football teams. With the help from my husband, I've been able to put together a list of teams you won't want to live without . . . and, the size range is from Youth through Adult.

Need a specific team I didn't think of? Just ask! I'd be happy to create that perfect hat.

For now, though, check out my shop--http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheArtfulYarn

This is a peak as to what you'll see when you open the door of my (online) shop...

Today has been a re-org day; my front door to The Artful Yarn has been revised to include specials for the Holidays, my thoughts on what's next, and visiting other shops to see how well they're doing for the holidays is always on my list of things to do.

I'd love for you to visit my shop. Perhaps, there's something for someone on your Christmas list. Everything is made with love and skill, not to mention my attention to detail.


So, as I always say,

Knit On!

Deb

The Neurotic Knitter

Catchy phrase, huh? Not only did I finish the socks, but I got them mailed off to my sister. WooHoo! Now, I'm knitting a pair for my husband, along with a hat.

My Etsy store--theartfulyarn.etsy.com--is coming along nicely. I've got some new items to list, be looking for those in the next few days.

My knitting is taken on a whole new meaning since opening my Etsy store. I now have a purpose. I've always had a purpose, I guess, but now it goes for the good of my store. I hope to add some Christmas items; things you can give as gifts or keep for yourself. Be watching for those as well.

I have a list of hats that I'm so excited to knit up for The Artful Yarn, different and playful.

So, as you see I can be a bit neurotic when it comes to knitting. I love to knit! Who would have ever known? Not even my best friend . . .

So as I always say,

Knit On!

Deb

Whats' on my Needle

Thanks for asking? As you can see, I'm currently knitting socks.

Socks for me are relaxing. Socks give me instant gratification, well, in about a week anyway. This is one of two.

The perfect sock for fall like weather, even winter. They are made with washable fibers, yet keep your feet warm and cozy. Come in oodles of colors and striping. Fibers can be anything from wool to cotton.

Need a pair? Just comment and let me know. I haven't started offering them in The Artful Yarn shop on Etsy yet, but I will.

Also, leave a comment and give me your opinion. Would socks be something people would want? And again . . . how about you?

As I always say,

Knit On!

Deb

Cotton Candy

. . . is the name given to my Chunky is Better scarf. Yes, it's done. You can check it out in my Etsy on-line store. In case you forgot, the address is www.theartfulyarn.com.

I loved working with the chunky yarn. The way it created the chunky color striping was amazing. I think I'll be making this scarf in a variety of colors for a variety of sizes to include children-adults. The only difference will be the length. This one ended up to be 57 inches.

Don't you love the name, Cotton Candy. Wait till you see it, you'll know exactly where the name came from. Soft pinks and purples makes this almost edible. I said almost, so don't try this at home. I promise it won't taste like cotton candy, only look like it.

Close you eyes . . . no peeking. Now imagine sitting in the stands at your favorite baseball or hockey game, you hear the man yelling "candy, candy heerree", his voice trails up at the end. You wave your arm for him to see and he runs over with his balloon-like contraption filled with different colors of cotton candy. You choose the multi-colored one; pinks and purples.

Okay, you can open your eyes. That is exactly what this scarf looks like. Can't you just taste it?

Stop back again, I'll be knitting something else soon. Actually, I am!

So as I always say,

Knit On!

Deb

Chunky's Better

As you know, I can't just have, well . . . just 2 projects on the needle. I had to add a third.

I'm so excited about his scarf. I can't decide whether to put it in a "Chunky" category of it's own, on my Etsy site (www.theartfulyarn.etsy.come), or create a fun and eclectic category for the "Teen Scene." I'm thinking that this scarf would be perfect around the neck of any hip teen wanting to dress-up their coat or outfit. I know I would, or will I should say, and I way beyond the teen scene. I plan on wearing this one out when it's finished.

It knits up fast due to the the "toddler size" needle #15. My husband and I laughed as I mentioned I felt like a knitter with training wheels. The original pattern called for a size 19.

19!?!? I said out loud. I don't have a 19. So as I read further into the pattern the artist said, use the largest ones you have. So, after digging through my needle stash, which there are a lot of, I found the 15.

This makes for a beautiful pattern as you can see. And the yarn is variegated, so the striping is falling nicely into place; light pink, dark pink, shades of purple, and winter white.

Hmm . . . now, what to call it. Any thoughts?

Knit faster...you won't run out of yarn

My knitting group is full of stories, so when I'm sitting there knitting, I have my listening ears on. My friend was telling this story...Oh, it's funny!

The teenager goes out one evening to hang with her friends. It's getting late and she hasn't arrived home yet. (My friend) says to her husband the he needs to go find her. Husband gets in the car and begins to drive down the road. Approaching him on the other side is a fast moving car. He swirls his head around and says, "That looks like (daughter)." He then notices a cop car chasing after this fast moving car.

Husband turns the car around and heads back in the direction of home. Just as he approaches the house, he sees that (daughter) has arrived home, but the cop was sitting behind her. Husband pulls into the driveway, looks over his shoulder, and notices the cop pull away. Odd, he thought.

After getting out of the car and approaching the (daughter's) car, he asks the (daughter) why she was driving so fast...

She replies, "Dad, (friend) told me that if you drive fast, you won't run out of gas."

Husband shook his head.

So the same theory can be applied to our knitting, girls...

If you knit fast enough, you won't run out of yarn.

As I always say,

Knit On!

Deb