Creative Knitting July 2011

The newest issue is here!  

On the Cover:
Harmony of Hues
Seven Seas: Undulating Currents of Deep Sea Blues
Eco Maniac: Green is the New Black
Shore Things: Relaxed Sophistication in Subtle Shades of Sand

Caught my eye on the inside:
Caribbean Seas Shawl, by Ava Lynne Green knit in DK weight yarn.  Sample in the magazine was knit with Woodland, from Classic Elite Yarns which is a 65% wool, 35% nettles blend yarn.
Oyster Bay Afghan, by Shirley Macnulty knit in Worsted Weight yarn.  Sample in the magazine was knit with Therapi from South West Trading Co., which is a 50% fine wool, 30% Bowlder (Jadeite), 20% silk blend yarn.

Ollie the Octopus, by Anie Marriott knit in DK weight yarn.  Sample in the magazine was knit with King Cole Dolly Mix DK from Cascade Yarns.  Super cute toy for kids!

Knit'n Style August 2011

Another fabulous issue of Knit'n Style!  Here is my review of Issue #174

Cover Highlights
First Look at Fall Fashions
Knitting with Peruvian Yarns
Art to Wear - The Hexagon Coat
Master Edge Stitches

Some of the goodies on the inside:

Faux Crochet Cardigan by Mary Anne Oger and is knit with Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima (I just received a skein of this yarn from Jimmy Beans Wool this morning, and it is the softest cotton yarn I have ever felt!  I ordered only one skein just for experimental purposes.  I have yet to wind it up, but just smooshing and cuddling the hank I can tell this is a fabulous yarn!)
*This pattern is designed for machine knitting!

Mushishi Textured Wrap featuring Plymouth Yarn Co. Mushishi is a wrap front cardigan featuring a lace panel and gathered neckline on the back, and a deep V-neck and waist tie on the front

Frilly Knit Scarf featuring Red Heart Boutique Sashay - this is a funky, fun yarn that I have never knit with before.  I have some similar yarn that I purchased a couple of years ago at a show, but it is buried deep in my stash.  If you need some help using this yarn, click HERE for a video.

Lots of nice projects in this issue.