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Crave Worthy: Sea Urchin Poufs
I think I have died and gone to heaven in the ocean. Poufs + sea urchins + yarn = three trends I love blended into one. I don't read a stitch of German, but I might have to sign up for Berlitz just to figure out how to get my hands on one of these Taschide Sea Urchin Poufs.
Midday Muse: Rogue Knitters Strike Again
Remember when I told you about the woman who knitted sweaters for trees? Seems like someone in my neighborhood was inspired by her work. I found this well-bundled tree outside of a cafe in Berkeley.
Weird Furniture: Luflic in the Round Chair
Luflic, pronounced "loo-flick," is the Old English word for "lovely." Although it's inventive and certainly memorable, I can't say I'd love to sit on the Luflic in the Round chair (inquire for price), which is named after the technique of knitting socks or sleeves. The tubular steel frame that makes its shape is formed in one continuous line that closes in a loop, and thirty feet of crocheted sleeve are required to upholster the entire thing.
Halloween Knitted Wonder
Yes, this is a hat, but if you threw a Halloween party in your home while wearing it, wouldn't it technically fit into the category of "home accessory"? First I was tempted by Farmer Fox, and now this. I think the universe is trying to tell me to expand my knitting horizons beyond Harry Potter scarves.
Adorable Little Animals
I think I'm going to have to step up my knitting skill set beyond the basic knit one purl two, because Farmer Fox is making me crazy covetous. Parents with a knack for knitting would be well-served to grab one of these patterns, which I found first at Craft:, and are available from Ariadne Knits and the fabulous brain of Montreal designer Jennie Eveleigh Lamond for $4.50 as a PDF download. So.
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Have You Started Holiday Crafting Yet?
Once November hits, I start my list for holiday crafting projects I want to work on. From scarves to teacup candles to salves, all of the crafting takes time — and planning — so I like to stretch it out over many weeks, instead of rushing and freaking out in mid-December.
Source: Flickr User LollyKnit
Have You Started Holiday Crafting Yet?
Throws as Cozy as Your Favorite Sweater
Ever since I wrote about the Sun Moon Lake Recycled Cashmere Quilts ($250 to $350, below right) — made from luxuriously soft surplus fabrics — I've been intrigued by the idea of a throw blanket made from material I'd normally expect to see on a sweater.
Now that it's officially fall, I'm finding all sorts of cozy sweater throws to suit a myriad of fashion styles, whether you're partial to cashmere, mohair, or chunky knits, such as this Koko Cable Knit Throw ($113, above left). Here are some of my favorite fall sweater blankets.
Cool Idea: Knit Your Own Pouf
I am in absolute love with this project, from Heidi and Anna at Pickles, over in Norway.
These lovely ladies offer free patterns for knitting, crocheting, and sewing, as well as a bunch of other craft projects on their site, with Norwegian (as well as English) directions.
This latest project brings the Flocks Pouf ($800) into the price range (and onto the living room floors) of all patient knitters.
Cool Idea: Pickles' Whirl-It Lampshade
Those crafty ladies over at Norwegian crafting site Pickles are at it again. Remember their pattern for knitting the Puff Daddy? Well, if you were too intimidated by knitting and purling, here's a simpler project that boasts a big decorating payoff.
Open House: What Makes Your Entry Work?
The entry is such a massive multitasker. It has to provide room for storage, mail, putting on shoes, hanging jackets, and placing keys. It also often functions as a gallery space.
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