Irresistible Gifts to Knit

This weekend Nick & I went to Borders so he could pick out something for his birthday (which was last Thursday). While Nick was in his usual section (computers), I took a quick look at the crafty magazines. I found this incredible treasure there, just calling my name.


It's a whole book of adorable little knitting patterns from the UK. It's from the makers of Simply Knitting magazine. Why didn't I find this when I lived there? All of these patterns are just to die for and were written by a man! Yes ladies, a man! His name is Alan Dart and I think I have a new hero.

Here's the first thing that caught my eye. How cute is that?

My friend Julie loves cows, I might start with this pattern.

A bunny in a bikini!?! Stop it!

Haha, I'm going to keep this book nearby so I can look forward to trying it out after the wedding. I'm a very beginning knitter, but this is really irresistible. I'm thinking gifts for myself. It might be the perfect thing for when I join the Stitch & Bitch group in Mill Valley. At least then I could get some help if I need it.

No, I'm not trying to make you jealous

I think I've made mention in a previous post that I'm taking a beginning knitting class. This is the shop I'm taking it in. Atelier Marin is owned by a very nice young lady, who's younger than me...ouch. That's her there behind the counter, Amanda teaches the class and she's great. So far I've been to 2 classes and I'm really liking it, and not just because I get to speak to real live people besides Nick (no offense Hunny).

I really look forward to my class each week and am going to sign up for the next one. This week I start making a hat with this yummy purpley yarn. I'm so excited, I've always wanted to learn to knit properly.I've just put a new kids' tote on my website and Etsy shop too and have another one to list later this week, please check it out and have a great week!