Knotions Launch

Knotions is launching its Winter 2008 issue tonight, and our very own Jordynn Jack has a pattern published in this issue. Go check it out!

The Knitty Professors Holiday Gift Guide.

Part 1. Gifts for Knitters. That Aren’t Cheesy.

1. It would be great to print out gift tags or cards using this idea from someecards.

2. Aren’t these stitch markers cute? In a not too cute way?

They are from Patternworks.com.

 

3. These bookplates are cute.

4. And I love this Piggy Bank! I’d use it to save up for yarn though. Who needs lessons when there’s knittinghelp.com?

5. Both Katie and I are sweating Wendy Bernard’s new book, Custom Knits. I’m sure the knitter on your gift list will like it, too.

6. When in doubt, though… there’s nothing better than yarn, glorious yarn. I’m partial to Malabrigo, as you can probably tell. Hint hint.

Although I’m sure Katie just wants a gigantic stocking full of raw wool for Christmas. ;) 

Our First Review

Check out the review of our Fall 2008 collection on Lime and Violet's Daily Chum, here. Thanks, Lime and Violet!

Fall 2008 Pattern Collection

Here it is, our latest project--the Knitty Professors Fall 2008 Pattern Collection.

The collection has six patterns: three sweaters, a vest, a scarf and hat set, and a sock pattern. The patterns are published in a .pdf e-book of 37 pages, packed with great pictures. Just $16.95.

All patterns are written for sizes XXS through XXXL, because everyone should get to wear great knitting. We also provide a variety of yarn suggestions, ranging from the super-gucci to the super-frugal, because we remember what it was like to be grad students.

Here is a quick preview of what you'll find in this collection.

Chrysomallos Scarf and Hat

Fossey chunky cardigan

George Sand fair-isle vest

Jane Goodall cardigan

Madame Wu cardigan

Simple Gull Socks

The Collection is available as a PDF download for $16.95.

ERRATA for this collection are available here.

Pattern: Simple Gull Socks

[Updated 14 Mar. 2010]



The Simple Gull Socks were originally published as part of our Fall 2008 Pattern Collection.

They are available for purchase as an individual pattern (an automatic PDF download) for $4.






These Simple Gull Socks are a nod to Elizabeth Zimmerman, who popularized the Gull Stitch for the knitting masses.

These are worked in a traditional top-down method with a gusset. The Gull Stitch pattern (which you might remember from the February sweater in Knitter's Almanac) marches down the front of the socks in two columns.


I have knitted samples in Lion Brand Sock-Ease (tall) and Berroco Comfort Sock (anklets)--bargain-priced yarns great for new sock knitters.



The lace pattern is very easy to memorize, so these are great TV knitting. Time to whip up some holiday gifts!

Patterns - Knotions and Popknits

We're psyched to have patterns coming out in some online knitting magazines. First, Jordynn's latest will be appearing in the winter issue of Knotions. Check out their Preview now!

I have a pattern appearing in the winter issue of Popknits. I believe it is going live December 1st.

Madame Wu Cardigan and 4 Days to Go

This cardigan was inspired by Chien-Shiung Wu, also known as the “First Lady of Physics.” Born in Shanghai, Wu studied physics in China before moving to the United States in 1936. After earning her PhD, she went to work on the Manhattan Project. She also helped to discover the law of parity in physics, but the Nobel Prize for this discovery went to two of her male colleagues. I think it is high time Wu gets a little credit, and this sweater is a tribute. The Mandarin collar is inspired by the traditional cheongsham Wu often wore, but the looser sleeves are more reminiscent of the older qípáo dress from which this more modern form of dress evolved.

Madame Wu makes a great layering piece for winter. On warmer days, it can be worn with a simple tank or t-shirt underneath, or it can be layered over a long-sleeved shirt for a little extra warmth.

Look for two more previews this week before we launch our pattern book on Monday!