Lauren

Soft, romantic knitting patterns for knitters seeking vintage-inspired details and a touch of whimsy. Also here: gardening, tea, a place to find peace and quiet

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I took up knitting in law school to help cope with stress in a healthier way. 15 years later, I’m no longer practicing, and now I design knitting patterns. Oops.

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@stnylan That one is definitely a popular alternative!

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After a recent fruitful chat with quite a few knitters over on Threads, I decided to write up a blog post about why I don’t use the phrase “selfish knitting” and why it feels so icky to so many of us. Here it is, in case you’re interested: https://t.co/j6TA8Wlauf #KnittingTwitter

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@RdotSpoon I love how George Washington seems to be singing the chorus of a very exciting song.

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I recently saw a broken-down postal delivery truck getting towed back to the main local post office on a flatbed. I love those funny little putt putt trucks, so to see one in such a sad state was surprisingly distressing. Please send get-well wishes to the little mail truck!

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@RdotSpoon I can't wait for this. She is fascinating.

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@kathleendames Oh heavens, that is stunning.

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Honestly, I always had a soft spot for Mary Bennett. It's not her fault she's overly earnest and struggles to pick up on social cues. Not everyone can be light of foot with a sparkling wit, but I bet she'd make a steadfast friend.

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BBC is developing a 10-part ‘PRIDE AND PREJUDICE’ spinoff series titled ‘THE OTHER BENNETT.’

It will focus on Mary Bennett, Lizzy’s unassuming and oft-overlooked middle sibling.

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@PeterOrlowicz You know, it probably won't surprise you that this isn't the first time I've been compared to Lisa Simpson

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One of the teachers at my kid’s school gave me a thumbs up for driving safely this morning, which I think means I aced Drop Off Line, a thing I didn’t even know I desperately wanted until just now.

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I learned more than I ever wanted to know about myself when my then-toddler's toys visited a pretend drive-through and one of them ordered a grande decaf Diet Coke.

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@thefinelime Thank you! It's Aimee Sher's Friendship Pullover, and I can't wait to wear it when the weather gets cooler.

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Trying to be more diligent about getting a little daily vitamin D as we head toward winter. Knitting outside with the roses is not a bad way to do it.

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@Taylor_A_Boyd It was definitely me 😆

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Overheard in my house recently: "Hold on, my favorite rose is blooming! I have to go stick my face in it!"

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I went birdwatching the other day with my kid's Girl Scout troop. We saw an ibis and a kingfisher and lots of coots. The golden hour sunshine and ocean breeze felt glorious.

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@DisbldUrbanFarm I feel that! If it’s cute but doesn’t function the way I need it to, it’s not for me.

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Sock knitters! Talk to me about your favorite cuffs. How do you balance stretchiness with visual interest? How much of a priority do you place on neatness? Would you go for a less elastic cuff that was more fun to make or matched the rest of the sock better?

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@thefinelime Same. If my socks droop, it bothers me so much.

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@SuzanneWlaschin I do love a good stretchy cuff, and this one is a real workhorse in that department.

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@ApoclpseStudent I love that one, too! So crisp.

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@dirtfan1999 It’s a classic for a reason 😍