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Chunky Scarf: Hair Pin Lace Tool Project
By Vickie Howell Last week I streamed live on Facebook to show viewers the scoop on one of Clover’s latest, new items: the Hair Pin Lace Tool.
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Cloudy Window Scarf
Do you ever work on projects that feel like running through a field of flowers with the wind in your hair? You know what I mean, right?
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How to Knit with Beads by Fran Ortmeyer
I have become a fan of knitting with beads. There are several ways to make this happen…one is pre stringing the beads which takes way more time and patience than I have been gifted with SO I did some research and decided the method using a crochet hook to add the beads as you go was what I needed. I love the process and adding beads this way holds them in place. When knitting with prestrung beads you knit them into the stitch and they tend to roll around to…
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Weaving Sticks: Imagine.Create.Move
Weaving Sticks are fun and easy to use. Headbands, belts, and scarves are able to be whipped up in no time. We’ve been receiving many requests for more project and pattern ideas from all our Clover fans. Our designers have been working hard to bring you new and innovative projects using different fibers such as yarn, ribbon, and fabric strips. Having those options is one of the great features of using Weaving Sticks, any fiber you choose creates a unique look. Find more weaving inspiration on our Pinterest page: Weaving Sticks on…
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Friday Finds – Knitted I-Cords
One of the simplest ways to teach knitting is to start with a knitted tube of yarn or i-cord. The i-cord was originally created by the late Elizabeth Zimmerman, knitting pioneer, who called it the idiot cord because anyone can knit one or i-cord for short. It really is quite an ingenious and very versatile piece of knitting. You’ll see i-cords used as ties and finished edges on knit garments; as belts and bag handles; with beads knit in as jewelry; and as decorative elements on home dec projects. You can create an i-cord…
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Make it Monday on a Wednesday – Weaving Stick Inspiration
We hope you enjoyed seeing the video introduction to our newest product, Weaving Sticks. Today we have instructions for multiple projects you can create using this handheld method of weaving including a friendship bracelet, leather belt, bag, and scarf. Click here to download the Weaving Sticks Inspiration Sheet.
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Watch Us Wednesday – Needle Felting on Silk Scarf
Did you know you can needle felt wool roving into a silk scarf? It works because they’re both natural fibers and is such a fun way to needle felt. It changes the hand of the silk and gives it a very interesting texture. You can create any design you can imagine from abstract to imagery. Here’s a very quick trade show demonstration video showing the process. http://youtu.be/ZWmfo8NyUD0 You can find our complete line of needle felting products on this link.
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Make it Monday – Curly -Q Scarf
The Curly-Q scarf by Edith Eig is sure to catch attention when it is being worn. Knit this fabulous scarf in all sorts of fun colors to add to your scarf collection. This scarf was created using the Takumi Velvet Knitting Needles. If you have not yet tried the Takumi Velvet Knitting Needles you will fall in love with their smooth, lightweight feel. Yarns and fibers gulide effortlessly when using Takumi Velvet.
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Helix Scarf with a Soft Twirl
A sunny hello to you all from Las Vegas! I am here for the International Textile Show and am looking forward to seeing all the beautiful designer fabrics and new embellishments the vendors will be showing. I haven’t had time to work on my Irish Sweater for grandson, Garret, with all the preparations for the show but I did bring my two Helix scarves that are about completed. I really want to get these off the needles and use some of the exciting yarns in my stash. The pattern for…