I have a bag problem

This morning Atenti emailed me that they had new fabrics for spring. Hope Baskets will be coming in these new fabrics. My guess is that they will arrive sometime in April.

A roomy stand-alone project bag. Top rolls down for easy access. Wide opening and two handles. Fully lined. There are three pockets inside. 12" tall x 8" wide x 8" deep. 

From Atenti
Please note, all our products are lovingly handmade: cut by hand in small batches and fabric placement varies so may look slightly different from the image!

Atenti is a mother/daughter team who make these bags from start to finish in California. I shouldn’t forget dad who does the shipping and accounting.

The out of stock Hope Baskets will be coming in the shipment as well.

I was looking on Ravelry this morning and there was a shawl pattern from Melanie Berg knit out of Malabrigo Rios. The pattern is from 2016 but it is still very stylish. 

You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

I was packing orders this morning and someone ordered Rios in Plomo and Arco Iris. Now I know what she is making 😀

Mr. Fedex came with a box full of goodies.

The Cocoknits Pop-up Dryer has arrived.

The Sweater Care Pop-up Dryer will help air-dry hand washables more quickly by allowing increased airflow above and below your garment. Simply open the Pop-up Dryer, secure with the buckle straps and adjust to the desired height, place it on a towel, blocking mat, or water-resistant surface, and lay your damp item over the mesh. 

Whether they are machine or hand washable, this dryer will help your knits look their best for years to come.

Here is a video on how to fold up the dryer when you are finished with it.

There were a few more items in the box from Cocoknits

-Fuzz Off Comb

-Super Absorbent Towel

-Stitch Markers

See all the Cocoknits accessories.

The new Field Guide has arrived.

MDK Field Guide No. 23: Glow, featuring four designs that are full of color, style, and joy.

Welcome to a world of exuberant color and pattern, from the brilliant, beloved designers Arne and Carlos.

This is knitting at its most joyful. Knitters love the way Arne and Carlos tap into Norwegian knitting traditions, but with a modern sensibility.

Known by knitters the world over, Arne and Carlos are particularly beloved for their weekly video podcast, Sit and Knit for a Bit, in which they welcome knitters into their home in Norway for a warmhearted, wide-ranging chat session.

The conversation covers a lot: from knitting and crafting to design and folklore, with dashes of laughter and whimsy throughout. With their impressive portfolio of collaborations with influential fashion houses, Arne and Carlos’ designs for hand knitters are a breath of crisp, clear air.

This is knitting for the cozy days of winter—straight from the beautiful knitting traditions of Norway.

• Setesdal Hat. Get your colorwork going with this simple design—it’s a glorious way to try out Arne and Carlos’s color sense and easy stitch patterns.
• Valdres Pullover. A completely modern take on the famous Norwegian ski sweater, this is the sort of treasure to knit and love forever. We love the mix of colors and pattern here, full of surprise and fun.
• Rosy Mittens. The classic Norwegian mitten, with modern color added for fun. These are knitted in two colors, the embroidery adds the details.
• Kos Neckwarmer. Arne and Carlos are constantly cooking up neckwarmers that are all about whimsy and good cheer. This one is stacked with hearts and zigzags and colorful fun. It also happens to be an incredible warming layer.

I’m trying to get my posts written early in the day. Some days it’s 8pm and it hits me that I haven’t blogged yet. This way at 8pm I can add something quick and hit Publish.