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    Knitting Tips

    Troubleshooting Brioche

    Posted on September 28, 2017September 28, 2017 by Erin Pirro

    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 […]

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    Starting Brioche: The Set-Up Row

    Posted on September 22, 2017September 22, 2017 by Erin Pirro

    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 […]

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    About Brioche Knitting

    Posted on September 22, 2017August 21, 2018 by Erin Pirro

    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 […]

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    Joining Yarns

    Posted on September 19, 2017September 19, 2017 by Erin Pirro

    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 – […]

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    Picking Up Edge Stitches

    Posted on August 28, 2017August 28, 2017 by Erin Pirro

    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 […]

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    Knit Two Socks at Once!

    Posted on August 18, 2017November 17, 2017 by Erin Pirro

    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 […]

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    Using Long Circular Needles to Knit a Small Circumference in the Round

    Posted on August 12, 2017January 9, 2020 by Erin Pirro

    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 […]

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    Keeping Sheep Cool

    Posted on June 20, 2017June 21, 2017 by Erin Pirro

    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 […]

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    Knitting Tips

    Blocking Lace Shawls and Scarves

    Posted on May 25, 2017May 25, 2017 by Erin Sepe

    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. […]

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    Finishing process

    Posted on January 30, 2017 by Morehouse Farm

    Most knit pieces benefit from a washing after completion. It evens out stitches. In some cases, washing is the final step. For lace shawls, for instance, washing and blocking bring […]

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