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Shop Knits and That for artistically handcrafted accessories that are sure to please. Why not express your personal style by choosing an accessory that matches your mood and captures your inner beauty! Are you interested in learning to knit or advancing your skills? Check out my knitting classes; I offer a variety of classes for adults and children. Note that classes are held in Acton, MA.  Contact me if you would like more information on products or classes or to place an order.

NEW:  I’ve classes for the Fall 2024 and early Winter 2025 listing – go to Classes for more information.
  

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2 weeks 1 day ago

The finished Trapezoid Cowl. A fun knit easy to learn short rows. Still time to sign up! Class starts this Thursday night 11/7

Knits and That

2 weeks 2 days ago

I found this quick video from PurlSoho helpful and wanted to share. When working short rows for a project worked in the round, it can be hard to knit the final wrap without leaving a hole. This video shows how to help that.

Knits and That

1 month 4 days ago

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1 month 4 days ago

WIP - sample for the upcoming Trapezoid Cowl class. It’s been a fun knit, alternating short rows with garter stripes. We meet 2 times — Thursday nights beginning 11/7. Interested? Let me know.

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1 month 3 weeks ago

For the upcoming Cats in the Hat class. I re-gauged to use DK yarn making the choice yours between DK or fingering weight. I knit a doubled fabric brim with the kitties on the inside as well! Check out the pattern and let me know if you’re interested in joining

Knits and That is with Island Yarn Company.

2 months 14 hours ago

This is the Tegna pattern from Boyland Knits. I knew I didn’t have enough of the Koigu fingering yarn so off I went to Island Yarn in Maynard. Vicky was great and help me select the Juniper Moon Moonshine Fine. A Raveler gave me the idea of “color melting” so

Knits and That

2 months 2 days ago

In addition to my weekly knitting clinics and private instruction, I'm offering a few specialty knitting classes (stranded colorwork, roving lined mittens, lovely cowl using short rows) at my home in Acton over the next few months. Here's a link to my web site with more information.

Knits and That

2 months 1 week ago

I had 1 skein of Malabrigo Silky Wool which I live working with. This is the Super Simple Silky Slip scarf, free on Ravelry. A great pattern for the amount of yarn I had!

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3 months 1 week ago

This was a fun, quick knit. Emilee Dee Mitts using 50g DK superwash merino (can’t remember yarn name). Nice stitch pattern and definition.

Knits and That

3 months 1 week ago

Here are photos from recent finished knitting projects from some students. They did a great job!