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    sock knitting toe to cuff

    in Crafty Discussion

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    Thanks. I don't think I want to try doing it on two circulars so I think I'll search for an easier pattern for my newbieness in knitting.

    You're very welcome! :) I don’t care for the two circular method too much myself - prefer double point needles. But they can be a bit difficult to manage... When you're ready, you might try wooden double pointed needles - they don’t slip through the yarn loops as easily, and that makes them easier to deal with.

    Have fun! :)

    sock knitting toe to cuff

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    Hi Beth!

    I will let you know if I get to these any time soon. :) I have a couple of other projects in line ahead of them... and there just isn't enough time in a day.

    The Kitchener stitch does work beautifully when done correctly. The pattern I have seems to do a seamless toe with the cast on - won't know how well it works for sure till I try it. I love trying new methods and stuff (been knitting for 50+ years - started at age 7) - keeps things interesting.

    If you have trouble "seeing" the pattern by reading the instructions, then line by line works well. If you have trouble line by line, just remember that it isn't always you - some patterns are full of mistakes or just plain poorly written. If you need it, I'd be glad to take a look at your pattern and see if I can help - just holler any time! :)

    Hi Lori. No, I haven't started these yet. But I hadn't thought about the trying on as you go as a plus. On my first pair I followed some Internet directions for knitting the kitchner stitch for the toe (when I got to it) as I couldn't understand my Mom's (there were pictures!). Using them, it was easy for me to follow. I do like that way as there is no seam. I will probably try and finish this second pair that I started and then try the other way. I downloaded it from the Internet also. My problem is I am not an acomplished knitter and just reading the directions didn't make a picture in my head...especially the heel. But line by line might work for me. And, I get to projects very slowly. I'm hoping to knit more this winter as it gets dark so early and TV is so uninteresting. You probably will try first...so then you can let me know...otherwise, I will keep your name on file and let you know how it worked for me. I'm so glad you answered as I almost decided to not even try toe to cuff way if no one uses it ever. Now I will keep it in mind. Thanks. Beth

    sock knitting toe to cuff

    in Crafty Discussion

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    Hi Beth - I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's health. :(

    I just downloaded a sock pattern for knitting from the toes up too - I've always made them the other way. The advantage stated in the pattern I got is that you can try them on as you knit, thereby not having to rely on measuring the foot or calf lengths. It looked interesting, so I thought I'd give it a try after Christmas. It also seems that you don’t have to join the toe - it's done in the cast on - which could be a plus. ;)

    If you're working this now, please post how it goes for you! I'd sure be interested in your results.

    Firestarter question

    in General Candle Making Discussions

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    I've made them using cardboard egg cartons too - they work great. Just put your "filler" in the egg spaces and pour melted wax over them, or mix everything in a pot and then fill the carton. When I want to use them, I tear off 1 or 2 or however many I want. I don't bother with wicks for this type as the cardboard burns just fine all on its own. :)

    Tree - B&BW

    in Fragrance Discussion

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    I've had a request for a B&BW scent called Tree (Slatkin & Co.) - I've searched the internet and every forum I know of trying to find a dupe of this with no luck... Is anyone familiar with it and know of a dupe out there somewhere?

    From the B&BW site:

    "Tree, the perfect blend of fresh Douglas fir, sweet musk and warm vanilla."

    Thanks! :)

    Class thread: Tilted, Layered Rustics

    in Classroom Archive

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    Well, I'm not sure why the rustic didn't quite happen. My molds get warm when I pour, but like I say, I pour down in the basement, so maybe it's even cooler down there than I think it is. Let's see what happens w/your next batch. I'm sorry I'm not of any more help.

    Thanks JV - you're lots of help! :) It must have been the moon phase, because the last rustic (first ever) I did had plenty of rustic on it and I did it the same way this time - in fact, my room was a bit cooler this time - except for tilting the mold in a pan of beans... Oh wait a minute - must have been the beans! :D

    I can't wait to try again. It's so much fun learning new things. Thanks again for everything!

    Class thread: Tilted, Layered Rustics

    in Classroom Archive

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    Oops, sorry guys, I have some catching up to do. Had a lot going on yesterday.

    Your angles are great - I'm wondering if you need to up your stearic? What wax did you use? What temp did you pour at, all that good stuff?

    I used 1 pound 1343, 3 Tbsp of stearic, poured at 150, room temp was 65-68 degrees. Might have used too much FO at 1 oz (too used to containers). One of the things I missed in your instructions was the side-to-side movement of the mold after pouring each layer (due to the technical difficulties we were having) - saw that today when I could read through it all better. I messed up there - gave me too harsh of lines. As for the lesser amount of rustic, I wonder if my mold was getting too warm...

    I'm going to give them another try, but will have to wait a few days now - work always gets in my way! ;)

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