Being a father is an important job, which is why it doesn’t go to just any ram. We’re looking for one that has a great fleece – superfine, super soft, bright white and clean, with consistent crimp the whole way through. We’re looking for one that has good confirmation, which means that he has straight […]
Life happens! Mistakes happen! Some of us call them design elements, others can’t stand to see a stitch out of place. If you’re one of those fellow knitters, or are just curious about the mechanics of the stitch, these videos will give you some insight on what’s happening behind the scenes that causes something to […]
When you’re brioche knitting (or purling), you’ll be working every other stitch, alternating with a sl1/yo. Each worked stitch will have two threads to it: the stitch itself plus a yarn-over from the previous row. In order to start your first row of brioche knitting, whether it’s the first row of the project or the […]
Brioche knitting looks pretty tricky, but it’s not – once you get the hang of it! I found it helps to have the big picture in mind to keep track of everything that’s going on. And if I could describe what’s going on in one word, it would be ALTERNATING. Stitches are alternated to create […]
No one likes a break in the yarn, even if it’s just because you’ve come to the end of the skein. But breaks happen for all sorts of reasons – I know I’ve unintentionally snagged the yarn on something when moving a project, the puppy decided to “help”, or the skein came with a knot […]
Picking up edge stitches is another useful tool to have in the knitting toolbox because it allows you to change direction in your work. It’s especially useful for adding a border or a neckline to a garment, or bringing together the parts of a sock as you continue after turning the heel. Watch this short […]
Once you’ve gotten the hang of knitting a small circumference project with a long circular needle, you’re ready to tackle both halves at the same time. This technique works for socks, mittens, even sleeves! This is a fantastic method for those who are still not sure about DPNs, who experience ‘second sock syndrome’, or just […]
Many knitters shy away from projects that involve double-pointed needles because they’re awkward to work with until you’ve completed several hours of practice to find your groove. If you’re not into that level of commitment, this new technique might be just the thing you need to enjoy making socks, mittens, or even sleeves! Besides using […]
How do sheep stay cool in the warm weather? Many different ways! First, they always have cool water and shade, which are very important. Here, they’ve found a cool spot under the trees by the pond to take advantage of a cool breeze. They take advantage of their natural air conditioning – exchanging hot air in […]
Please note: the following washing recommendations apply to Morehouse Merino Lace Yarn. For shawls, scarves and lace creations made with other yarns, refer to the yarn manufacturer’s washing and care instructions. Soak your lace creation in warm water, add mild soap (at Morehouse Farm, we use Palmolive(R) Dishwashing Liquid). Let it soak for a few minutes. […]
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