Knitting from the Stash: Diva Scarf

Lion Brand is offering a new twist on two classic styles, lace and ripples, by combining them in multiple colors.  Each time I come across something like this, I wonder why I didn’t think of it. What a pretty way to use up those partial skeins hanging around my yarn closet.
Here’s the pattern. Worsted weight [...]

Free Lace Pattern E-booklet

Knitting Daily e-newsletter is offering a free download, with 7 pretty lace patterns. Membership is required, but free of charge. I’ve been receiving this newsletter 5 days a week, for 2 years now, and truly enjoy reading it. Interested? Click here and follow the instructions to obtain the download.

Venetian Lace: a slideshow

I’ve been fortunate enough over the past few years to have had the opportunity to travel to Venice on 4 separate occasions. Last year, I made it a point (pun intended) to visit the lace making school and museum on the charming island of Burano.
Making lace by hand is an art that is in danger [...]

Vintage Lace Gloves

pattern
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Quill Lace Socks

Sportweight yarn, size 3 (US) circular needles. From Knitty.com, Spring 2007.
http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring07/PATTquilllace.html

Isobel Knitted Lace Scarf

From Cider Moon. Requires 230 yards DK weight yarn, size 5 (US) straight needles, but easily adapted to other weights and needles.
http://cidermoon.com/CM0123.pdf