Tin Can Knits released a new pattern at the end of 2024 called Vest Friends (pattern purchased on Ravelry). I started a post talking about the vest and then totally forgot to publish it.
As we’ve turned 40 we love revisiting the styles of our youth. This look is perfect on stage with your indie rock band, or paired with your perfect high waisted jeans. Enjoy a little blast from the past!
The vest is knit with worsted weight yarn so you have many yarn options. Another option is a strand of DK weight yarn with a strand of silk/mohair.
As you can see there are many sizing options!
Fred loves the snow. You have to coax him to come inside with cookies.
It was a busy day in the store (thank you) but now I’m ready to have a tea and get back to my sleeve. I’m on a mission to finish the sweater. It is Framed by Andrea Mowry.
Stashbusters, here’s your next project! Sundial Wrap is designed to turn your treasured mini skeins, advent sets, handspun and colorful scraps into a stunning, wearable textile. With stripes that only need 14 grams of fingering weight yarn, Sundial makes it easy to mix, match, and play with color in a way that feels both intentional and joyfully improvised.
This wrap features mosaic knitting—an easy colorwork technique using only knits and slipped stitches (no purls at all!). Each row is worked with one color at a time, creating a beautifully interlocked design that looks far more intricate than it is. Whether you’re reaching for bold brights, subtle neutrals, or a mix of both, Sundial’s rhythmic pattern lets your colors shine.
Simple stitches, endless possibilities, and an addictively fun rhythm—Sundial Wrap is ready for your stash to take center stage.
Design Details
Sundial Wrap uses the 2-color garter mosaic technique, knit flat on the bias for a dynamic diagonal drape. Crisp i-cord edges frame the design, ensuring a polished finish. Instructions are included to easily customize the width and length of your wrap, making it adaptable to your style and yarn supply.
The pattern also includes clear instructions on when and how to change colors, so you can confidently let your yarn shine without second-guessing your choices.
Add tassels for a chic finishing touch or keep it sleek and simple—the choice is yours!
Thank you Wool & Pine for the amazing pictures. These add lots of colour to my post.
Over the Christmas holidays we sold a lot of Addi FlexiFlips. Mr. UPS brought a restock today and the website has been updated. We also received a few colours of Crazy Zauberball.
Here is a video from Vicki Howell explaining FlexiFlips
Here is Very Pink Knits video and review.
I find it is good to watch different videos on the same technique. You will get different instructions and sometimes you will pick up tips from one that the other doesn’t show.
The boxes from Emma’s and Spincycle have been added to the website. In the next week we should see boxes from The Fibre Co (a huge restock of Arranmore Light) and Biches & Buches (a restock of all yarns).
It’s home time which means knitting time. I have finished the first chart repeat on my first sleeve (26 rows). I am supposed to knit 39 more rows. Hopefully I can get a chunk knit tonight.
I want to thank everyone for a great 2024 in the store. We are looking forward to 2025.
Yesterday morning Mr. UPS brought us two boxes. One from Emma’s and one from Spincycle. These aren’t online yet but I wanted to share the pretty colours.
This is Santa Suit. We ordered these for December but we had a bit of a mix up and they didn’t come in time for Christmas. You can start on projects for next Christmas.
Holly Jolly
Feelin’ Pine
January 2025 Crazy Beautiful Club colour
Opia Plump
Strawflower Plump
Strawbaby Dream State. This colour also came in Dyed in the Wool.
Grumpy Birds Dream State
Something Wicked Dyed in the Wool. I love this colour. I am looking at Jennifer Steingass sweaters to it. Right now she has 50% off all her patterns. I’m not sure how long they are on sale for so hurry.
Last year I made a resolution that I was going to finish one project a month. The year started out great and then my dad’s stroke happened. He is doing great (he just made muffins) but there wasn’t as much time for knitting. We sold two houses and are getting ready to move into a new house. I’m going to make the same resolution this year.
I pulled out Framed last night and started on the first sleeve.
I didn’t get very far last night.
Fred helped Beth with her puzzle.
Boscoe had a lazy day.
Happy New Year!!! It’s time to knit and watch a movie with dad.
