Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Technique Tuesday...

S2KP
Today's technique is a great way to decrease two stitches at a time in your work without them slanting, it is the S2KP, otherwise known as the Center Decrease.  To do the S2KP, you will slip 2 stitches to your right hand needle then knit 1 stitch, you will then take the point of your left hand needle and pass the 2 slipped stitches over the knit stitch.  The following video by KNITFreedom will show you just how easy this decrease is.
ENJOY!

Monday, May 5, 2014

One Ball Wonders...

Today's project is probably the best slipper pattern I have ever found, and can be completed with one ball of yarn, or two if you want the multi-color effect.  If you choose two colors, you will be able to make two pairs of slippers in opposite color combinations.  These slippers are felted and are a great starter project if you have never felted before, they are also perfect for wearing year round.  Felt or leather may be sewn to the bottom of the slippers for added durability.  This easy knit pattern was created by Mindie Tallack and is worth every cent, as you will see how much work she put into it.  You will receive very detailed instructions for a wide range of sizes for both standard and wide feet. 

I almost guarantee you that once you make one pair, you will use this pattern over and over again; I couldn't even begin to tell you how many pairs of these slippers I have made.  So go ahead and grab at least 220 yards of feltable wool (I prefer Cascade 220), a pair of size 11 needles ( long or circular) and 2 stitch markers, then head on over to Ravelry and pick up this wonderful pattern and start knitting right away!