Archive for October, 2009
Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Even in a downturn, do-it-yourselfers keep busy Victoria Advocate Certain crafts, such as knitting a cashmere sweater, are probably more expensive than store-bought options. People often gather in knitting circles, …
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Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Local libraries have a lot to offer Beaver County Times He would prefer a position on her lap, but it's hard to get comfortable with the yarn dangling and knitting needles flying. Johnston and Curly Joe are …
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Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Giant Aberdeen FC scarf stolen Aberdeen Evening Express A GIANT Aberdeen FC scarf which was knitted for charity has been stolen from the Skye Bridge. Police in the Highlands have appealed for information after … and more »
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Nigerian musician's work enjoys posthumous revival Reuters In addition to green-lighting "Fela!," Kuti's estate has licensed his catalog to the newly revived Knitting Factory Records. The well-timed deal will result … and more »
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Mr. Spock Leads Zorro, King Kong WYFF4.com She entered a knitting contest on knitpicks.com to dress their sock monkey mascot for Halloween. "My husband and I are both Star Trek fans and he suggested … and more »
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
DIY baby costume for next year? Cupcake head! Los Angeles Times The patterns, mostly beginner level, are by Alison Jenkins, who also brought us "The Knitting Directory" and "The Lost Art of Towel Origami. …
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Village Voice Knitting Factory is booking Brooklyn venue Warsaw now Brooklyn Vegan (blog) Greenpoint Polish club turned concert venue Warsaw might start having concerts again thanks to Knitting Factory who recently reopened their own permanent … Live Music Booking in Brooklyn Consolidates Just a Little Further Village Voice all 2 news articles »
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Nina Townsend, 87, enjoyed knitting Hillsboro Argus – OregonLive.com She enjoyed knitting , crocheting and needlepoint. She was also was an avid reader, a rockhound, and collected rings and bells. Remembrances: Home Endowment …
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Knitters say sweater deal can save them BCLocalNews “It means so much to keep our culture and our heritage alive and I hope we keep knitting for a long time to come.” and more »
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Plantation Stitchery Guild knits for the troops Ponte Vedra Recorder The Plantation Stitchery Guild began a project to help bring comfort to the troops deployed in Afghanistan and Iraq by knitting helmet liners. …
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