Chris Hammond's background is a bit different than you'd expect, with degrees in Atmospheric Sciences, Mathematics and Physics. She's been a meteorologist, a high school math and science teacher and, most recently, a professional knitter. But above all else, she is a passionate crafter, dabbling in a little bit of everything. Basically, if it can be crafted, and she needs to procrastinate something much more important, she can do it.
When I’m looking for something to knit, the first place I tend to start looking is in the baby knitting patterns. Not only are the patterns super-cute, they are small and portable. There is always someone in my life who is expecting, so I like to take the opportunity to knit up the new baby
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When the weather turns warm, that doesn’t mean that you have to ditch the hand knits. You can still have the custom fit of a hand knit top, you just need to make a few adjustments to your knitting plan.
To get started on your own collection of lightweight knit tops, start with any of the lovely
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Knit shawl patterns are the perfect accessory for any outfit. Whether you are looking for a shawl to keep the chill off at the office or a romantic shoulder cover for a date, you’ll find something perfect here. The beautiful thing about knit shawl patterns is that you can completely change the look of a
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Summer is definitely in the air! The kids are in the pool squealing with delight, the whir of the ceiling fans and lawn mowers, and the smell of BBQ grills. What can be better than a summertime full of happy memories? Before we know it, summer will be over, the kids will be heading back
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Double knitting is a fun technique to master, and once you get the hang of it, you will be creating a knit fabric that is double thick and has no wrong side. The entire piece will be stockinette stitch, too! Once you understand the basics of the process, you will be able to create stunning
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