The Magic of Knitting…
Why I Only Dye OOAK Yarns
I am often asked why I only dye one-of-a-kind (OOAK) colorways versus repeating my popular colors for my yarn to be purchased in bulk. My answer is simple. I am an artist…an artist that created a small business out…
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How to Bind Off a Folded Edge
The Silver Spring Duster is a worsted cotton lace cardigan that features vine lace on a long train and slight bell sleeves. The folded edging on the hemline, cuffs and front edging really clean up the edges of this…
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The ‘I Do’ Frilly Top is the MUST-make!
Wedding season is not over, AND there are always future reasons to dress up, right?! The ‘I Do’ Frilly Top is a perfect lightweight fluttery-peplum knit that is perfect for such occasions! It is no secret that I love…
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The Human Side of Designing, and How to Stay Classy.
Big Horn Henley Pullover – Knit this in Knit Picks Wool of the Andes As enjoyable as designing is, especially to natural creatives, there is a down side. Maybe I should say down sides because not all the downers…
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Testing for Lovely by Lee
Lovely by Lee, I want to test for you! Will you pick me? Before each testing call, I am usually swarmed with messages asking for requirements, materials and a request to be put on the testing call list. Usually…
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Candy Corn CUTE Hat Knitting Pattern
Halloween is a favorite holiday to most in the United States! It is one of my personal favorites, but I’m not into the scary Halloween. I like CUTE Halloween. And what is cuter than candy corn?! Since the usual…
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Yarn Room Makeover
I have had my yarn/knitting business for 5 years. Since Lovely by Lee developed gradually, I never really created my own space for it. I had a yarn storage area, which was shared with our guest room. As for…
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Jelly Bean Splash! Dyeing Yarn with Easter Egg Dye.
Dyeing yarn with leftover Easter egg dye.
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We Are Knitters – How to Afford It
For years, I have admired the gorgeous and fluffy knits that litter my Instagram feed from @weareknitters. The photos are always cozy, and the designs are modern and simple (which allows the yarn to be the star). I was guilty…
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