We are sure you will all be delighted that we were joined last night on the forum by two very special KAS people, Lindiwe and Wandile. Most of you will know them well from the tireless work they do for KAS and the children in Soweto.
Lindi and Wa
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I found this stitch in a 'Simply Knitting' magazine stitch library. I knitted it in chunky yarn, on 6mm needles, casting on 27 stitches and knitting 50 rows. It makes a nice warm square.
Double stitch: insert the needle into the stitch just below
Read more…Hello everyone, I know you've been waiting for ages, so I'm pleased to tell you that I finally got the latest lists up today.
Here's the link:
http://www.knit-a-square.com/squares.html
Thank you again for your patience!
Read more…Hi everyone, the new square lists are up.
Here's the link: http://www.knit-a-square.com/squares.html
Read more…What a fantastic opportunity this is for our UK knitters. The well known clothing chain, Jigsaw in the UK has partnered with KAS and knit-a-square for an autumn/winter square drive. During that time UK knitters (and crocheters can bring their squar
Read more…Some have asked about my teddies so here is my adaptation of the "Teddy for Tragedies" pattern if anyone else wants to follow it. This will make a 12" bear rather than a 10" one.....or a bit taller still if you stretch and stuff the legs !!!!!!!!!!..
Read more…Hi everyone, I have been looking at knitting looms and was thinking of buying one,I was just wondering if anyone has one or used one? and if they are any good and easy to use?
Thank you
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Attached is the knitting patten for small bears. It is not mine, I found it on the internet somewhere but have added a picture of my finished bears to give you an idea what they will look like! they are really quick and easy to make and use very lit
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I was thrilled to find a new ezine in my Inbox over the weekend and as usual I feasted on the distribution pictures and happily read of InterFace FLor's amazing square contribution that snowballed on them. Even more exciting was that
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I downloaded a free ebook today and there is nothing I would rather do more than share! It's called the Chain Reaction Afghan Project and has some great ideas for crocheted squares. Enjoy!
Andrea :o)
Read more…To fit chest: 20(22 24 26 28 30 32) inches.
51 (56 61 66 71 76 81) cms.
Length from top of shoulders: 12 (13½ 15 16½ 18 19½ 21) ins.
30 (34 38 42 46 49 83) cms.
Sleeve seam:
Read more…Hello everyone .
I'm a 35 year old from lancashire uk and i'm just learning to knit so would appricate any help and hints to help me on my way.
I thought what a great way to learn to knit , help other people and meet new friends all at the same time.
Read more…I thought since this is my first blog I would tell you about myself which I know I have told Pieces of this already. I am married with three boys in there 20's one works for the school system doing computer stuff, one grad with a psy, degree and is
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I am Kim and am located in Kent in the Uk. I have only recently picked up my hook again and am pretty much self taught. I used to knit when I was a child but never really got the hang of it as I am sooooo kack handed and it tak
Read more…There is a sewing program in the U.S. that I watch called Sewing with Nancy. During a recent episode on "sewing green", Nancy and her guest demonstrated how to make mittens out of felted wool. It looks like a quick and easy way to make them! Click on
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I am a new member who has been looking for a charity project to join. This is nice and simple because, even though I can readily knit garments, I find the prospect of freestyle square making to be interesting and enjoyable and I have friends wh
Read more…Hi, I'm Christina, recently widowed and looking for something useful to do with my time. As I can knit (and crochet) and have lots of spare wool - this seems like a really good place to start!
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Hi Kalai (and otherTF readers).
Just finished reading the follow up article in this weeks Take 5 Magazine.
Good to see that so many readers have sent goodies.
Was that you (Kalai) in the photo?
Anyway, despite the magazine's indication that y
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I have been knitting for KAS now since April (when I read about it in Take 5 Magazine). I have only recently joined the forum and am really enjoying having a look at all the lovely creative knitted and crocheted items everyone else is maki
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