Posts Tagged ‘knitting’
Wednesday, April 17th, 2013

Anatomy of a Knitted Sock
Sock Anatomy 101: Learn to Knit Socks (Cuff Down)
2 Classes, 4 hours in total
Dates: Tuesdays, 7th & 14th May 2013, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Cost: €50 (includes yarn). Please bring a set of 2.5mm double pointed needles
or these may be purchased at The Constant Knitter.
Handknit socks may appear complex, but once you break them down to their basic
elements, they are simple and straightforward. If you can knit and want to
demystify the techniques of ”turning a heel” and ”toe shaping” then this a great
class to start with.
In the first class, you will start with a mini sock using double pointed needles.
Then in the 2nd class, you will easily transfer the skills used in knitting the mini
sock to confidently knit your first pair of socks.
A €20 deposit is required at time of booking.
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Saturday, April 6th, 2013

Artesano Definition Sock yarn. 75% Merino
The new Artesano Definition Sockyarn arrived here finally yesterday after a 2-month wait! It is beautifully spun for maximum stitch definition for all knit and crochet projects. Really amazing colours which is no surprise from Artesano. Ideal for kids clothes also. It is a blend of machine washable Merino wool (for softness) and 25% polyamide for strength. It comes in 100g hanks which are each 400m long so most sock and small projects can be made from one hank. There is also pattern support with sock patterns and accessories. This yarn is also ideal for children’s garments, being soft and strong. In short, a really versatile yarn.
Tags: Artesano, Definition sock yarn, Dublin, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, hands, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, Merino, merino blend, needles, polyamide, wool, yarn
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Friday, March 22nd, 2013

Katia Inca bulky yarn
Finally back in stock, this really popular Katia Inca is back in stock.
Tags: colour, craft, crochet, Dublin, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, Inca, Katia, Katia Inca, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, The Constant Knitter, wool, yarn
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Thursday, March 21st, 2013

Katia Spring Baby Pattern book
Lots of gorgeous and colourful patterns for babies and todlers
Tags: childrens' knitting patterns, Cotton, craft, crochet, Dublin, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, Katia patterns, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, knitting patterns, Patterns, Spring patterns, wool, yarn
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Wednesday, March 20th, 2013
- Katia Pattern Book Home Furnishings
Cushions, bolsters, pouffs, blankets, containers, mug cosies and rugs. Also, some very casual socks, scarves and sweaters
Tags: Cotton, crochet, Dublin, fibre, fibres, Francis St, handmade, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, online shop, Patterns, yarn
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Thursday, February 7th, 2013

Buttons
These buttons were made specially for The Constant Knitter. My favourites are the skull and the teapot. Speaking of teapots, don’t forget to visit us to check out the 60+ tea / caffetiere / mug cosies entered in our Tea Cosy Competition in aid of St Brigid’s NS.
Also, the Michael “T” Higgins tea cosy on loan to us for a few weeks is well worth a visit
Tags: Buttons, craft, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, hate buttons, heart, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, laser cut buttons, online shop, skull, teapot, wool, workshop, workshops, yarn
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Wednesday, February 6th, 2013

Hand felted birds
These little critters were made by Niki Collier and students today in class. They are intended for a mobile eventually
Tags: 100% pure new wool, class, colour, craft, Dublin, felt, felted, felted parrots, felting, fibre, fibres, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, handspun, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, online shop, parrots, wet felting, wool, workshop, workshops, yarn
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Tuesday, February 5th, 2013

Michael "T" Higgins knitted tea cosy
This little guy was designed and made by Veronica Costello who very kindly lent it to us for the duration of our Tea Cosy Competition. Veronica gave one to the President and apparently he loves it!
You could visit him and, at the same time, come and view the over 60 tea / caffetiere / mug cosies which were entered. They were knitted, crocheted, felted, sewn and the imagination and craftsmanship exhibited is astounding! We would love it if you would vote for your favourite – we have voting cards here in the shop. All the proceeds of the competition go to St Brigid’s NS.
Tags: 100% pure new wool, Buttons, class, competition, craft, crochet, Dublin, felt, felted, felting, fibre, fibres, flowers, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, hands, handspun, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, needles, pins, sewing, tea cosies, tea cosy, Tea Cosy Competition, wet felting, wool, workshop, workshops, yarn
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Wednesday, January 30th, 2013

Felt Birds
Come and make some adorable little felt birds …..
Venue: The Constant Knitter, 88 Francis St, Dublin 8
Date: Tuesday, 5 Feb
Time: 10.30 to 12.30
Cost: Euro 30 to include all materials
To enrol, contact Rosemary on 087 996 7197 or info@theconstantknitter.ie
Venue: The
Tags: 100% pure new wool, birds, class, colour, craft, Dublin, felt, felted, felting, fibre, fibres, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, wet felting, wool, workshop, workshops, yarn
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Saturday, January 26th, 2013

Felt scarf
Niki will be making some beautiful and very original scarves with her students on Tuesday morning at 10.30 …. why not join her?
Venue: The Constant Knitter
Date: Tue, 29 January
Time: 10.30 – 12.30
Cost: Euro 30 – includes materials. Please bring a large towel, and, if you have any, plenty of bubble wrap!
To enrol, phone Rosemary on 087 996 7197 or email info@theconstantknitter.ie
Tags: class, colour, craft, Dublin, felt, felted, felted scarf, felting, fibre, fibres, Francis St, handcraft, handmade, hands, knit, knitted, Knitter, knitting, online shop, Scarves, sewing, silk, wet felting, wool, workshop, workshops, yarn
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