I really enjoyed this profile of Karida Collins, the owner of Neighborhood Fiber Co. Karida is clear-headed and honest about the challenges of running a “creative” business.
Just in time for your holiday gift list… a lovely new coffee table book, “People Knitting: A Century of Photographs”. Lots of wonderful pictures at the link.
“How a Sock Machine Helped Win the First World War”. These sock machines were a marvel of modern technology at the start of the 20th century, and they played a remarkable role in supporting armed forces in both of the World Wars.
Eye candy? Design inspiration? Ideas for your next project? Whatever, it’s just nice to see a handsome man in a handsome sweater. GQ Magazine offers up a list of 10 chunky sweaters they have deemed fashionable for this winter. Sadly more sweaters than men, but still very nice to look at.
And Vogue Magazine offers up some suggestions for styling knits for winters. I’m not ever going to be able to afford to buy anything they suggest (although holy cow if I win the lottery I’m absolutely getting myself some of those cashmere leggings), but I love these fashion spreads for ideas and inspiration!
I think this is wonderful. If you’re out and about in cold weather, keep an a couple of pairs of warm socks with you, and hand them out to those in need.
Why not pack a pair of socks u see a homeless person ask if they would like a pair I do the smile you get is a reward #WarmSocksCanada @CBC pic.twitter.com/SuDUQP1G2Y
— 🍁 Merlin 🍁 (@MerlinYYC) November 21, 2016
They don’t have to be handknits, of course. Any socks are better than no socks.
I have long desired a sock knitting machine! I have seen a few at shows or museums but alas they are far outside my current price range. Someday!
There’s a pretty active sock machine community on yahoo groups and ravelry, if you want to learn more.
Thanks for sharing my post, Kate!