Posts Tagged ‘knitting’

Anatomy of a Sock

Wednesday, April 17th, 2013
Anatomy of a Knitted Sock

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.

Definition Sock Yarn – beautiful colours

Saturday, April 6th, 2013
Artesano Definition Sock yarn. 75% Merino

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.

 

Katia Inca – bulky

Friday, March 22nd, 2013
Katia Inca bulky yarn

Katia Inca bulky yarn

Finally back in stock, this really popular Katia Inca is back in stock.

 

Katia Spring Baby Pattern book

Thursday, March 21st, 2013
Katia Spring Baby Pattern book

Katia Spring Baby Pattern book

Lots of gorgeous and colourful patterns for babies and todlers

 

Home Furnishing Pattern Book from KATIA – knit & crochet

Wednesday, March 20th, 2013

Katia Pattern Book Home Furnishings

Katia Pattern Book Home Furnishings

Cushions, bolsters, pouffs, blankets, containers, mug cosies and rugs.  Also, some very casual socks, scarves and sweaters

Buttons made especially for us

Thursday, February 7th, 2013
Buttons

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

 

 

 

Hand felted parrots

Wednesday, February 6th, 2013
Hand felted birds

Hand felted birds

These little critters were made by Niki Collier and students today in class.  They are intended for a mobile eventually

 

 

 

 

 

President Michael “T” Higgins Tea Cosy

Tuesday, February 5th, 2013

 

Michael "T" Higgins knitted tea cosy

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.

 

 

Felt Birds with Niki

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013
Felt Birds

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

 

Mega bubbles in a felted scarf – Tue 29 Jan

Saturday, January 26th, 2013
Felt scarf

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