I know I just posted on the Rav. group that I was thinking of possibly hosting a Knit-a-long (KAL) and was looking for feedback but I just can't help it....I think I'm just going to go ahead and post it.  I've got something on my mind and need to get it out!


Starting June 1st and going until June 30th I'd like to host a knit along.  This knit along will be pretty open but with a few limits.

I've been hoping to knit the Veyla fingerless mitts by Ysolda Teague for quite some time but I know not everyone is going to want to knit them as well so lets knit anything from Whimsical Little Knits 2 by Ysolda Teague. 

This books contains 12 wonderful pattens including the Veyla's fingerless mitts by Ysolda Teague.  They are great little patterns that are fun to knit, don't use much yarn and/or time!  I think it's a great start to some Christmas knitting if your looking to make a smaller project for someone on your list.  There is a great variety as well, some toys, shawls, mitts and hats. 

So, I'm knitting these for myself but if time permits (and the complexity of the pattern), I'm hoping to make two one fore me and one for a Christmas present (so I can't mention who for). 

So let's talk details now!

Whimsical KAL

• Knit anything from the Whimsical Little Knits 2 book (you will have to purchase the pattern if you don't already own it)
• Knit as many projects as you would like
• Use any yarn you would like (new or old ;) )
• Post on the Ravelry group thread (for FO's only) your finished object(s) *if you have more then one project PLEASE use a different post.
• Please tag all projects with "TANGLEDKNITSKAL"
• I will also open a chatter thread that we can talk about what we are knitting, the yarn we are using, etc. 

Whimsical Prizes

There will be prizes.  They will be announced shortly.

Ravelry Group - TangledKnits Video Podcast

Where to find my mom  

Raverly and Plurk - raindrop1963
Twitter - alveltkamp
Ravelry Group - TangledKnits Video Podcast

FinishedKnits

Moms Finished Knits

Cultured Purl basic sock by Ellen Stratton

Kandice's Tangled Knits 

Nothing

TangledKnits

  Boneyard Shawl by Stephen West - my project

•  Wolles color changing yarn - lights

Feathers Stole by feminine by design -  my project (no pictures yet)

• Filatura Di Crosa Centolavaggi - 125
   

 The age of brass and steam by Orange Flower - my project (no pictures yet)

• Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock Good Ship Lollipop

You're Putting Me On by Judy Gibson - my project

• Indigodragonfly MCN sock - now accepting applications for minions   
• I haven't worked on this since completing the first sock.

Spinning

Both mom and I are working on our drop spindles using the StudioLoo fiber I got at the Knitters frolic.

KnitPicks

Moms Knit picks

I brought home some Shilasdair for mom.  She also received her KGASS swap and got some very nice fabric from Japan and a beautiful square. 

Shopping in the UK

The Knit Studio

• Hambley 100% organic British wool
• Pinks - Tutti Fruiti
• Blues - Beneath the waves
• Shilasdair - 100% merino aran weight
 

Knitters Frolic

• The Plucky Knitter - Plucky Foot 
• Flying Monkey
• Peep toes
• Princess Phone
• Studioloo - "Faux Cashmere" 100% nylon
• Gateway fibreworks -100% Ontario Alpaca

NextKnits 

Kandice

Colour Affection by Veera Välimäki
Pretty Things Cowl by Stephanie Pearl McPhee

Mom

Creative Knitting Magazine - Cynthia by Tabetha Hedrick

Givaway winners from the Cast on for YenforYarn

• Tinygeekcrafter
• Punkin97

Seriously?  This is incredible!

So this is a bit late and I'm very sorry for that!  The "I've been a good girl" Christmas list went very well but I didn't follow through with a few of the things I had promised - including show notes! :( I'm very sorry!  The holidays sort of took over and then my entire family was sick!  It was horrible!

So now lets leave that behind us and talk about something deliciously yummy! The Wacky Windmill!  As you know The Wacky Windmill was a wonderful sponsors of the first annual  "I've been a good girl" Christmas list and gave away a choice of mixed batt or a lovely skein of yarn to the lucky winner.  Just in case you were wondering the winner choose a skein of hand spun yarn! :) 

The Wacky Windmill Studio is a one woman operation located in Southern Alberta run by me - Kim Ward.  The name was inspired by the many wind turbines that tower over the landscape in this part of the province.  I offer a variety of hand dyed fibers, and yarn.  I also sell spinning batts and handspun yarns all in a fun selection of colours.  I am in love with all things wool and really enjoy finding new and creative ways to dye yarn and fiber.  In addition to selling fibers I love to work with them as well.  I knit, crochet, spin and weave.  As you may already know, fiber arts are fantastic fun and a great stress reliever.  Working with fiber has become a part of my day, everyday and I love it!

The Wacky Windmill can be found on etsy at www.thewackywindmill.etsy.com, and you can also find me on Ravelry as TheWackyWindmill, where I also have a group by the same name.

BEAUTIFUL!

I love recognizing "local" companies (she's a few provinces away but still Canadian) and was very excited when I found her etsy shoppe.  I have yet to purchase anything but trust me I have a queue! :)  I am planning on purchasing something to spin.  I am still just learning to spin on a drop spindle, so far it's not going as well as I hoped, but that's a different blog post altogether.  I am hoping to order some "nice" fiber to try rather then the cheaper stuff that came with the spindle.  And trust me, The Wacky Windmill will be where I purchase it.

Oh yeah and a bit more enabling - she also has a  fiber and yarn club!  Do you like the TV show "Big Bang Theroy"?  If so this fiber or yarn club is for you!

The Bangerino Fibre Club is for all folks who love the TV show "The Big Bang Theory." Each month The Wacky Windmill will be offering a Big Bang related colorway which will only be available to club members. All packages will contain a 4 oz. fibre braid of a merino or a merino wool blend. Packages will also contain SWAG related to the theme for the month.

You can also find this on her Etsy shoppe!  LOVE!

Kim had great customer service when I contacted her regarding the Christmas List and was very eager to help. So please make sure you check out her etsy shoppe, buy something nice - there's lots trust me! :)  Kim also is on Ravelry and can be found under the name The Wacky Windmill or in her Ravelry group and she can also be found on Twitter!  She always has new pretties in her shoppe so make sure you check back often!

So pretty!

Thanks so much Kim for helping with our very first "I've been a good girl" Christmas list and I hope we can work together again in the future.  I promise next year to be more organized!

I will also be featuring the other shop that helped out with the "I've been a good girl" Christmas list and come back next week sometime for a bit about Slipped Stitch Studios another FANTASTIC Etsy shop

Welcome to TangledKnits!  I'm happy you found your way to my little place on the web.  I hope you enjoy it here and check back often.  

My name is K, I'm a fairly new knitter (1 year) but have been around knitting my entire life.  My mom is a knitter and crocheter so I've had plenty of exposure.  She use to make us, my sister and I Barbie clothes, sweaters, mittens and hats.  I've always remembered her knitting so it seems only natural for me to want to knit right?  Nope!  I had tried years ago and just hated it.  I tried to make a scarf for my sister and gave up after just a short time because it was looking hideous, I was frustrated and I felt I just wasn't meant to be a knitter.
I'm hoping there will be reviews often enough, maybe giveaways? maybe KALs? Who knows where this is going to take me but I'm excited and hope you enjoy the ride with me! :)