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Book review: Knitting block by block by Nicky Epstein

Posted on May 01, 2012 by Art with textiles

I recently purchased “Knitting block by block” from Amazon and it arrived yesterday. It is my first Nicky Epstein book/pattern, and I came across it whilst browsing through the knitting network site Ravelry I couldn’t resist the purchase, because the it seemed … Continue reading →

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Inspired to knit by nature! (a sampler based on a pattern from nature)

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Art with textiles

I’ve been walking with Suffolk wildlife trust to a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSI) where the Snakes Head Fritillary  grows. The beautiful checkerboard pattern of this flower has inspired me….I’ve made a sampler. Maybe it can be used with a … Continue reading →

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