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Best in Knitting Art, Techniques - The Weird, Wacky and Wonderful

1 - I can do better 2 - Jury's out 3 - Pretty darn good 4 - Splendiferous 5 - Awesometastic (by 29 people)   Your rating: 1 - I can do better 2 - Jury's out 3 - Pretty darn good 4 - Splendiferous 5 - Awesometastic

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Let's visit the weird, wacky and wonderful world of knitting!

 

We'd like to introduce you to innovative groups we come across, interesting knitting art, new techniques and yes, weird knitting.  Alice in Stitches would like to foster all textile and fiber arts and this lens will focus on the knitting world.

Please visit us at Alice in Stitches  for unique and art-focused knitting, quilting and needle art supplies.

Let's Share - The unique and the beautiful knitted creations 

Is it art or is it knitting?

A little dose of inspiration for your knitting creativity. Go ahead and add to the list and vote for your favorites!

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KNITTING ART and Mallia Sakalak
KNITTING ART and Mallia Sakalak

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3 points
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P4150012.JPG

#3

2 points
Log cabin blanket (finished!)
Log cabin blanket (finished!)

#4

2 points
My new pointy mittens!
My new pointy mittens!

#5

1 point
a woolen sheep !!!
a woolen sheep !!!

#6

1 point
Sari Silk Shawl
Sari Silk Shawl

#7

1 point
booze bag knit from handspun yarn
booze bag knit from handspun yarn

#8

0 points
knitting needle porcupine art
knitting needle porcupine art

#9

0 points
Tutu Tea Cosy
Tutu Tea Cosy

#10

0 points
bundles of joy
bundles of joy

#11

0 points
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P8050002.JPG

#12

0 points
Lee's Fichu
Lee's Fichu

#13

0 points
Summer Knit Square
Summer Knit Square

#14

0 points
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IMG 9284

#15

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Kolenyas (WIP)
Kolenyas (WIP)

#16

0 points

Knitting Goodies from Alice in Stitches 

Need a new project?

We carry yarn, knitting boards, needles, totes and so much more.

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Fun Knitting Groups and projects we've come across 

Do you know what your fellow knitters are up to?

Who'd have guessed it?
Knitta
A graffiti knitta
I Knit London
Knit a River project
Hell's Knitter's
Acts of random knitted graffiti
Revolutionary Knitting Circle
A loosely knit circle of revolutionaries
What a load of Knit
You'll have to see this one to believe it!

Knitting Boards - Knit without needles! 

Knit with ease on a knitting board

The process of knitting on knitting boards was originated in the 1500's in the mountain villages of Europe. The technique was passed down through the families, generation to generation. However, when the knitting machine was introduced, knitting boards all but disappeared.

Today, Kim and Pat, a mother/daughter team at The Knitting Board Company, have brought the technique back to a new generation of knitters.

This fun and unique method of knitting also makes it possible for someone who has lost the use of an arm, to continue the craft. The board can easily be bolted down to a surface and used one-handed.

Knitting Boards are available in kits, in different lengths and with DVD instruction.

Give it a try - you might like it!

Alpaca Shearing - Your yarn journey begins! 

A look at a day in the life of an Alpaca rancher

Every wonder how they go about shearing an Alpaca? Here's the video for you!

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Alpaca Yarns - Hypoallergenic & Water Repellant 

Alpaca is one of the finest fibers in the world.

Do you know what makes Alpaca fiber special (and perfect for your knitted garments)?

~ Fiber Diameter - an Alpaca's fiber ranges from between 15 to 30 microns - one of the finest in the world.

~ Hypoallergenic - Many people are sensitive to the lanolin in a sheep's wool. This is not present in Alpaca. Also, dyes are generally not necessary, as Alpaca comes in 22 natural colors.

~ Water Repellant - An Alpaca's coat has adapted to it's harsh environment with a water repellancy. This feature carries over to garments made with Alpaca fiber. Also, the smell often associated with "wet sheep" is not present in Alpaca.

~ Warm - Again, because of their mountain lifestyle, Alpacas have developed fiber that will keep them warm. Each shaft of hair is hollow, creating extra insulative air pockets. Alpaca fiber is said to be 8 times warmer than sheep's wool.

~ Soft - Finished Alpaca garments are much softer to the touch than sheep's wool garments. The prickle of wool is not present in Alpaca fiber. A sheep's wool has little barbs down the shaft of each hair, whereas an Alpaca hair is smooth down the shaft.

If you are ready to give this fiber a try, visit Alice in Stitches for Maggi's Knits Brushed Alpaca.

Knit it - then Felt it! 

Give felting a try with these fun and creative kits

We've just discovered a fun new company called "Pick Up Sticks". They sell kits and patterns for knitting and felting.

How about a sushi wallet kit, packaged in a sushi tray? The kits are creative and perfect for gift giving. Maybe you'd prefer felting a daffodil ~ it's packaged like a garden bulb.

If hats, pillows and purses are more your style, we've got those, too. These cute kits come creatively packaged and ready for gift giving. Come and check them out at Alice in Stitches - Felting kits.

Thanks for visiting!

Great knitting supplies on Amazon 

A few of the knitting supplies offered by Alice in Stitches on Amazon.

Weave and Hook Knitting Board Basic II Plus 90 minute How-To DVD Instruction

Weave and Hook Knitting Board Basic II Plus 90 minute How-To DVD Instruction

The Basic II Plus DVD takes you beyond basic knitt more...1 point

Bagsmith Black Knitting Crafts Project Bag Collapsible Storage Stand

Bagsmith Black Knitting Crafts Project Bag Collapsible Storage Stand

The Bagsmith Project Bag features a folding metal more...1 point

Weave and Hook Knitting Board 28

Weave and Hook Knitting Board 28" with Knit Hook

The Knitting Board uses a centuries old technique more...0 points

Bagsmith 12

Bagsmith 12" Cream Yarn Catcher Collapsible Project Storage Cube

The Bagsmith Yarn Catcher is a great way to keep y more...0 points

Weave and Hook Knitting Board 10

Weave and Hook Knitting Board 10" Grey Scarf Kit with Yarn, DVD & Pattern

The Knitting Board Scarf kit includes a 10" k more...0 points

Pink Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needles Set

Pink Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needles Set

The Denise Interchangeable knitting needles provid more...0 points

The Bagsmith Limited Edition Firecracker Knitting Crochet Purse Kit

The Bagsmith Limited Edition Firecracker Knitting Crochet Purse Kit

The Limited Edition Firecracker purse kit includes more...0 points

Knitting Art Statements, Nancies from childhood and Men Who Knit 

Fun links from the web for creative knitting

Some creative art knitting links to check out.

Jodi Green :: knitting : knit-based art

knit-based art. self_2004.jpg · self, 2004. A spe more...1 point

Knitting Artist Captures German Landmarks in Wool | Culture ...

Forget scarves, baby booties and cabled sweaters. more...1 point

Knitting Yarn - Arts and crafts

4-ply 100% acrylic worsted yarn ideal for knitting more...1 point

Knitting Techniques

The key to knitting for gifts is to keep things si more...1 point

The Lost Art of Knitting Nancies

How to make and use Knitting Nancies to make long more...0 points

Political protest turns to the radical art of knitting | The ...

An exhibition at the Crafts Council Gallery in Lon more...0 points

Men Who Knit | Promoting and inspiring the art of knitting amongst ...

A free community site for men who knit comprised o more...0 points

Noro Yarns - Beautifully handspun Japanese Yarn 

Rich vibrant yarns for your special projects

Noro yarn is known for it's rich colors and beautiful textures. This special yarn is perfect for garments of all kinds. The Noro yarn is carefully hand spun and dyed with the highest quality dyes.

Here's a link for a look in photos of Noro Yarn process from Start to Finish.

You'll find a selection of Noro Yarn at Alice in Stitches.

Beautiful Noro Yarns 

Kureyon, Iro, Silk Garden, Gisha and more

For that special project, you'll want the best yarn. Why not try the richly colored, Japanese Noro yarns?

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More Needlework lens's from Alice in Stitches 

Looking for information on Quilting and Needleart supplies?

Alice in Stitches has more lens's on the needle arts.

Visit Quilting Tips, Shortcuts and Advice for many quilting tips to create more quilts in less time.

At Alice in Stitches Quilting, Knitting and Needle Arts Ebay Store you'll hear about the latest products, great suggestions and quilts.

For a discussion on the creativity behind quilting, visit Art Quilting

Noni Knitting Patterns 

Knit up a bag for every outfit!

Check out the latest Spring 2008 collection of patterns!

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Free Knitting Pattern Links 

We all love something for nothing!

Feel free to add your favorite free pattern sites and remember to vote for them.

Knitting patterns from Everyone and Everywhere - http://www ...

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smariek knits: Free Patterns

Posted by smariek at 6/21/2007 04:35:00 PM 3 comme more...0 points

Freaky Knitters Unite

A German born Yankee living under Carolina Blue, k more...0 points

Fingerless Mittens

Knit with matching yarn of fingerless mittens (wor more...0 points

knittingwithchildren

Kids Knitting is my #1 favorite -- a must-have for more...0 points

Wondering How to Knit with Beads? 

Here's clear instruction on starting a bead knitting project

Add pizzazz to your knitting with beads!

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Debbie Bliss Yarns 

So soft and easy to work with!

Debbie Bliss yarns are available in a wide array of colors and weight. These affordable yarns won't disappoint!

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Knit for the Cure 

Products donating a percent of their sales to Breast Cancer Research

We're always on the lookout for products that donate a portion of their proceeds to charity. We have found two companies in the knitting community that are helping to support Breast Cancer Research.

The first is the Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needle Company, who has a complete knitting needle set in pink, along with it's accessories. The owner of the company struggled herself with this disease, has overcome and moved on to help others. The Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needles sets are packaged in travel box - complete with 10 needle sizes, 6 circular cords, extenders and end buttons.

The next is the Lantern Moon Company, a family run company creating totes and knitting needles in Vietnam. They have a Tote for the Cure bag that is black on the outside with a pink and black checked interior. Just the thing to tote around all your supplies.

Handmade Buttons for your knited projects 

Ceramic buttons from South Africa and Asian fabric buttons from Japan

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Shreddies - Knitting with Nana's 

A little humor from England!

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