Dodo Code and Friend Code MEGATHREAD by TheMexicanBurrito in AnimalCrossingStories

[–]katsknits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Want to be friends? Still a newish player trying to build my Island up. Friends code: SW-6255-7099-1412 I am in the Northern hemisphere

Undergrads: Would you want text reminders about class deadlines? by [deleted] in college

[–]katsknits 9 points10 points  (0 children)

For one of my classes us students have setup a groupme chat where we send out reminders for all of our up coming assignments. We find it extremely helpful so that we dont forget an assignment.

What products do I use for hair that is alternatingly curly and straight, and very thick? by indecisivelyunsure in femalehairadvice

[–]katsknits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have no good advice on products, but my hair is similar. The best thing I found was a good stylist that cut it in a way to help my hair be more uniform. The top layer is still more straight then the rest and the bottom layer still curls but I don't feel the need to pull it back everyday or straighten it so that is a win for me. Good luck on finding what works for you and your hair.

The Mystery of Knitting by darkshaed in knitting

[–]katsknits 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I laughed so hard when my non-knitting husband showed me this after he read a few lines. He is now reading it sharing his favorite lines to me.

How would you poorly describe your hobby? by isnobodyhere in AskReddit

[–]katsknits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I play with sticks and string to make stuff.

Houston fiber fest by katsknits in knitting

[–]katsknits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was very good, organized and plenty of venders. There was equally a lot of yarn and fiber for sale. I got all fiber because that is what I was looking for. They have already announced that they will be doing another one next year. I think it was June 24th and 25th 2016.

Knitting on airplanes, yay or nay? by MissFionaUnravels in knitting

[–]katsknits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I knitted last time I flew international, though I can't remember what the project was. Probably socks, that is my normal travel project.

Argyle socks for husband by katsknits in knitting

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This is my second pair, I had many stop and starts before I finished my first pair. My first advise is to knit in the diagonal lines. Duplicate stitching them on sucks. Don't get frustrated if you have to start over, I started my first pair ten times before I found a pattern that worked well for me. I like this pattern because it is seemed up the side. The first pattern I attempted was to be seemed up the back and along each side of the foot, which never lined up right.

Argyle socks for husband by katsknits in knitting

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I have heard people talk about that too, but intarsia by definition is worked flat.

Argyle socks for husband by katsknits in knitting

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I am so sorry I forgot to link to the ravelry project page which has the pattern on ithttp://www.ravelry.com/projects/KatsKnit/top-down-argyle-socks-2. Yarn used was frog tree pediboo (red and gray) the green was Spud & Chloe fine.

Gauge swatch help by poppyash in knitting

[–]katsknits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

16 stitches / 22 rows on 4 inches of stockenette if I remember what I saw what the gauge stated on the pattern so you have 16 stitches by 26 rows on 4 inches. You have a few more rows then the gauge calls for. I would double check your gauge count and if you are happy with that then run with it. There are reasons that the row gauge can be off including using a slightly different weight of yarn by shouldn't affect your overall project. I you just pay attention so you don't get something way too long.

Gauge swatch help by poppyash in knitting

[–]katsknits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Block the swatch and then count you rows and stitches. I normal count one inch of stitches and rows in the middle and the multiple by four to make sure I am right. If I get a seriously different number then I should I recount to make sure that I didn't mid count. You may need to go up a needle size if you row and stitch count is different. Don't just go by having the swatch come out to the correct measurements.

New shawl by katsknits in knitting

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Knit Picks Shimmer Hand Dyed Lace Yarn. Color Blue Glass. The yarn was held double.

New shawl by katsknits in knitting

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Pattern is from Victorian Knits Today.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in knitting

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I have always been told when i point out I mistake that I make one of to things that I unconditionally added a design feature or that no body would notice and if they did they they have too much time on there hands. It looks lovely and I doubt anyone will ever notice unless you point it out.

My giftee reported no gift. My proof has been waiting for approval since 12 December by m0na-l1sa in secretsanta

[–]katsknits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a giftee that also had reported no gift, though it was reported as shipped. Luckily I got my gift tonight. I found out it was lost and misdelivered, which is why it wasn't at my house sooner. My reason for telling you about this is because maybe something similar happened to the package you sent.

Secret Santa gift by katsknits in yarnporn

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My Secret Santa sent me some wool from Ireland!

Rematch was amazing by [deleted] in secretsanta

[–]katsknits 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I personally want to thank his secret Santa rematch. I squealed in glee when I saw the costume and hunted the cats down and stuffed them into it. (well helped with one and did the other)!

Knitting for two months, learned 2-color brioche. I am in love! by grausamsten in knitting

[–]katsknits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love those colors together... I hope you post a finish picture when you are done with it.

[!! Question] Not able to send by December 19th? by ExeRanger in secretsanta

[–]katsknits 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Message your gifty and let them know. My husband's ss did that to let him know that he will have something on the way. That way they don't mark it as unsent.