Tag: Martha Lyons

New Subscribe Button and Bee My Honeycomb
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New Subscribe Button and Bee My Honeycomb

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Hello Knityourselfhappy readers!

I have installed a new subscribe button and hope to get a big list going so I can give you updates by email. There won’t be any spam from my site because of this. I invite you to fill out the new subscribe button.

Meanwhile, I have made two videos that explain how to work the honeycomb pattern from my “Bee My Honeycomb” Blanket on Ravelry. The pattern is available on Ravelry here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bee-my-honeycomb-blanket

Made with Hikoo “Sueno” and “Spray” by Berroco.
Made with Hikoo Simply Worsted.

This blanket is so much easier than you think! I have updated the pattern on Ravelry to include many sizes!

Have fun trying this out!

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My YouTube Videos
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My YouTube Videos

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Did you know I have over 70

knitting videos on YouTube?

Yes, indeed, I do! 

Why watch a YouTube video by Martha Lyons/Knityourselfhappy?

Personal instruction is the best way to learn how to knit or learn a new technique. When you don’t have me as your local knitting teacher, my YouTube videos are a great substitute. If you want to learn a new knitting technique or you need a reminder of something you have already learned and forgotten, go to my YouTube channel. Everyone needs a clue now and then!

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October Knitting
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October Knitting

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I love this time of year when the air is crisp in the morning and the sunlight is gentle. Knitters may feel in the mood to start creating items for cooler weather. Decorations for fall are some of my favorite things to knit.

Check out these darling pumpkins. You can make them with any weight yarn, but because I think they are so cute, I had to make them tiny! I used various fingering weight yarns and size 3 and 4 double point needles.

Need help getting started with double points?

Check out my You Tube video here.

 

 

And the Summer Squash looks just like the real thing!

 

As if I couldn’t get enough, I had to make the Zucchini.

 

For me, knitting the tiny items is instant gratification. Each one I finish is my favorite!

 

 

 

 

But… some people like to make super chunky items for instant gratification. So, I decided to knit The October Vest by Karen Clements on Ravelry. How is that for cozy warmth to toss on with a pair of jeans? I used four skeins of Loopy Mango Merino 5 in Midnight and size 19 needles.

 

 

 

 

And last but not least, every year I have to make another Pumpkin Hat! This one was made with Berroco Vintage Worsted in the most beautiful orange you have ever seen.

We love knitting in the cooler weather!

Knit Yourself Happy!