I found one more thing of interest at the textile sale: a bag of Interweave Knits magazines for only 25 cents each. They are various issues from 2001-2003. Some had a few patterns that had been cut out, but for a quarter each, I figured they’d be great just for inspiration.
Well, I found quite a few things that I liked, actually. As I was cutting them out, I marveled at just how many patterns were left. Did the magazine publish more per issue back then? I could not bring myself to put these in the recycle bin. Now, granted, some of the pullovers are a bit oversized, but a lot are classic enough to be made and worn today. Here are some of the pattern highlights:
- double wedding ring quilt
- cherry blossom shawl
- hidden passion socks
- a lot of women’s pullovers (I even left a few cardigan patterns)
- nearly all of the men’s sweaters (I’m pretty sure they are all there)
- ann budd’s grand plan* patterns for vests, pullovers, and tams
*Grand plan patterns include every possible measurement imaginable for a completely custom fit.
How to enter: Just leave a comment and tell me about your current projects. You can leave a second comment for a bonus entry if you head on over and “like” me on my Facebook page.
Giveaway open until Thursday, September 2, midnight, central time. I’ll announce the winner next Friday.
Open to U.S. readers only. Sorry, international friends, but these weigh a lot!
Well I’m currently working on more than I want to admit to. 1) 3 sock pattern designs … which have to be done soon soon soon. 2) baby hats … for charity 3) a Montana king quilt for my father 4) stuff for my shope 5) New England Knit vest and of course 6) giant granny square blanket.
Goodness. Do I need more inspiration?
Well, there are several projects on needles atm: socks, wristlets, and a dishcloth. =) *whew* perhaps I can finish on of these this weekend!
Oh, and I already ‘like’ you on facebook. =)
I have a few things on the needles 2 shawls, 2 pairs of socks, and a pair of colorwork owl wristwarmers.
Oh and I already “like” you on facebook!
Working on another pair of plain vanilla socks, just finished the FLS cardigan (which I love, love, love!), finished a pair of Jaywalkers, still working away on the beaded edge of my Evenstar shawl…
Once the plain socks are done I’ll probably cast on for a pair of Skews.
And I also already “like” you on FB!
Ach, I would love to have copies of those magazines.
My projects currently include two shawls, two pairs of socks and two sweaters. I was working on my newest sweater at Wednesday night knitting, at which, by the way, we missed you. You could have heard part 1 of the saga of Ben’s missing glasses.
Currently I am working on an afghan for my grandson – he wanted one to match the colors of his room. He sleeps with one I had crocheted for his father (my son) many years ago and decided he wanted his own. What fun this is as I know he will put it to good use!!
I am currently working on another pair of yoga socks, the Cable Luxe Sweater that is taking me way too long to finish, a shawl, a dishcloth, a first birthday present for my now 5 year old…maybe I’ll have it done for his children :P’ And I still have all those quilts I’m sewing… I really don’t need any more projects but I love being inspired!
And I do like you but I don’t have facebook :)
Right now, I’m working on crocheting a blanket for my parents for Christmas. omydarlingblog(at)gmail(dot)com
I’m working on a sweater of my own design. I’d love to have the mags for the men’s pattern. Thanks for the giveaway.