Talvi

tech, knit, and scifi geek. designer @ talvi knits. Check out my knitting patterns. ⤵️

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https://t.co/evgoNJx4Xp Onto the leg with Clue 4 of Willowbug MKAL.

Here's where we ended up after Clue 3. These conjoined socks are getting harder and harder to photograph. 😁

There's still plenty of the to join the MKAL. Get the pattern on Payhip or Ravelry -- find the l…

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https://t.co/vqArh3poEc Willowbug MKAL is now halfway through: three out of five clues are out with two more waiting in the wings to be released over the next two Mondays.

In my latest blog post you'll find instructions on how to enter a giveaway for a chance to win a 30€ …

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Blogged: Willowbug MKAL Giveaway https://t.co/DAcIPnCQYi

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https://t.co/6o8WS35W6n Clue 3 of Willowbug MKAL is out! 🪲

In the last clue we continued the lace pattern on the instep (photo 1) and worked gusset increases (photo 2). In Clue 3 it's time for the heel flap. But what a heel flap it is... You'll have to knit the clue to fin…

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https://t.co/ZLRKJYdAdJ Willowbug MKAL giveaway! 🪲 Finnish first, scroll down for English.

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Viime viikonloppuna tapasimme @adeliafibers Anni-Maaritin kanssa #kierotpuikot retriitissä, löimme viisaat päämme yhteen ja päätimme järjestää ihanan arvonnan Willowbug MKAL:…

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https://t.co/IT4xgN3y0U Willowbug MKAL continues today! 🪲

Last week we ended up here with the toes and a little bit of lace worked. With Clue 2 we continue on deeper into the forest... 🌲🌳🌲

There's plenty of time still to join the MKAL: the last clue will be released on Ma…

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https://t.co/CgdiJZ0enX The #willowbugmkal started on Monday so I thought I'd share my new favorite method for casting on toe-up socks: the invisible cast-on.

It's my new favorite because

🧦 it's quick to do
🧦 easy to remember
🧦 doesn't result in sloppy first two rows you …

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Blogged: Invisible Cast-on for Toe-up Socks [TUTORIAL] https://t.co/nkeclHHg5o

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https://t.co/wK17FcZOl9 In my latest blog post I'll go over everything you need to know to join Willowbug MKAL, a springtime mystery knit-along for toe-up socks.

In the blog post I'll cover

🐛 stitch patterns & techniques used in the design
🐜 heel structure
🪲 how to pick a…

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Blogged: Join the Willowbug MKAL! https://t.co/Nhvz3uGYXc

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https://t.co/bXV2ptFoCb Starting May 1: Willowbug MKAL. 🪲

Now that spring is finally here, it's time to dust off the cobwebs of the mind after a long winter with a fun (but challenging) mystery knitalong. 🌬️🕸️

WHAT?
Willowbug MKAL are a pair of toe-up mystery socks that c…

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https://t.co/R5crVGtFkw Testing call: Chai Misto. ☕

Chai Misto is a worsted-weight set-in sleeve pullover worked seamlessly from the top down using the contiguous method. The sweater is knit mostly in stockinette with a wide lace panel at the front.

In addition to seamles…

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https://t.co/ZmLZAtQbVq Even an old dog (or experienced knitter) can learn new tricks.

That was my overall impression after reading @pattyjlyons' brilliant new book, Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks. In my latest blog post I'll take a closer look at what the book is all abo…

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Blogged: Book Review: Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks https://t.co/DNbLDQD7S2

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https://t.co/63c8dWqKLv Remember this WIP?

Not only is it my first design with top-down seamless contiguous sleeves, I'm also trying out adding bust darts for the first time.

There are a lot of things to consider when fitting a garment with this construction. That's why the p…

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https://t.co/6KI7g0lbTk Introducing When the Stars Come Out! ⭐

In my latest blog post I detail the design elements of this cozy circular-yoke sweater dress, including my favorite feature: the wide colorwork motif on the hem.

In the post I explain

➡️ why grading the desig…

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Blogged: When the Stars Come Out https://t.co/9uQAOgbLGh

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https://t.co/ppMOMRGjgm Out today: When the Stars Come Out. ⭐

When the Stars Come Out is a cozy, circular-yoke sweater dress worked seamlessly from the top down. This versatile garment is the perfect companion for cold days or a great layering piece for a chilly office.

F…

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Blogged: New Knitting Books for Spring 2023 https://t.co/tluH6sMbDj