What's Your WIP?

It's been a (looooong) while since I've shared a WIP--but hey, no time like the present, right? I'm currently working on a simple, crocheted scarf using a double-strand of Sheep(ish) in colors, Magenta(ish) and Plum(ish). I have an unnatural love for how these two colors are working together!

What are you knitting or crocheting, right now? Show me your WIPs! ;-)

Stitch.Rock.Love,

Vickie

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Movie Monday: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

This week's festival o' knitwear comes courtesy of the kick-butt movie, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Completely original (and loads of fun), this flick softens the (many) blows with an abundance of knitwear!

Ellen Wong as "Knives", Wearing an Extra-Long, Striped Scarf

Fingerless Glove

Mary Elizabeth Winsteadas "Ramona", Wearing a

Stockinette Stitch, Cropped Pullover

Michael Cera as "Scott", wearing Stocking Cap

Recommended Knitting:

Glove Bites

NaturallyCaron.com's Botanico Pullover, by Margaret Wilson

Formality Scarf

Circumpolar Scarf (from AwareKnits)

Fingerless Gloves, by Jenny Bellew (from Vogue Knitting on the Go Mittens)

Happy viewing; happy stitching!

Stitch.Rock.Love,

Vickie

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Movie Monday: It's Kind of a Funny Story

It's Kind of a Funny Story is actually, well, a great story. A confused teen checks himself into a psychiatric hospital, and finds his way through the eyes of the mentally astray.

Oh, and thinking I wouldn't notice all of the knitwear onscreen--well, that's just crazy.

Stockinette Stitch Beanie

Emma Roberts as "Noelle", wearing a Cabled Cardigan

Ribbed, Super-slouchy Hat

Lauren Graham as "Lynn", wearing a Knit Beret

Recommended Knitting:

Knitscene's Gurtel Cardigan, by Tonia Barry

NaturallyCaron.com's Astana Hat, by Lisa Gentry

NaturallyCaron.com's Malabo Hat, by Darlene Dale

Shady Men's Beanie

Skull Caps (w/o the skull painting)

Happy viewing; happy knitting!

Stitch.Rock.Love,

Vickie

P.S. Check out my Haiku Movie Review of this movie, over on Smells Like Screen Spirit!

The Mothercraft Blog!

As a mother of 3 let's face it, much of my life revolves around parenthood. This subject is obviously, really important to me and so I'd love to start sharing more about it. I get however, that not all of my crafty readers, give a tangled yarn ball about funny kid quotes, unfortunate parenting moments, or stories from the motherhood trenches. So, in addition to the blog you're reading right now (which will remain the hub of all things craft), I've started another blog, The Mothercraft--which will range in topics from kids crafts to relatable moments in the parenting world.

It's brand, spankin' new so there's tons of room for growth but for now, here are some of the regular features you parental-types, can expect:

• Mothercraft: Projects to make with and for your kids.
• Mouths of Babes: Priceless bits of daily conversations with the kids.
• Stitchable Quotes: One-liners that I'd stitch on a pillow, if there were enough time in the day and space in my house.
• Untitled, stories from my experiences as a parent of kids ranging from 20 mos-11 years.

Hope to see you there!

xx,

Vickie

My New Yarn Line, Coming June 2011!

I'm thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of my new yarn line with Caron International, Stitch.Rock.Love! The first yarn in the line, Sheep(ish)--a wool blend--will hit Jo-Ann stores and Buy.Caron.com in June. I'm so excited!

I've spent the last 8 months, working on fiber content, hand-picking each of the 21 colors, and designing garments for the launch (stay tuned in upcoming months for loads of free patterns). It's been such a blast, and I couldn't be happier to be able to bring you a roving-style yarn that's rich-looking, but affordable in price.

Here's a peek at the palette:

21 Flavors of Sheep(ish)

Note: I took these shots myself, so colors may appear different on your screen.

Knit Swatch: in colors Espresso(ish) & Lime(ish)

Crochet Swatch: in color Turquoise(ish)

Knit Swatch: in color Magenta(ish)

I'll be updating you with scoop as I have it over the next few months. What I can tell you now is that so far, Jo-Ann has picked the line to be on end-caps of 250+ stores, and it'll be available on Buy.Caron.com (as of this summer). Independent retailers will be able to order it through Notions Marketing so if you've got a favorite, local store--please, ask 'em to order it!

Keep in mind, since Sheep(ish) isn't available to the public until June, we don't have a dedicated web page for it, yet. It's all coming though, I promise! I just couldn't wait any longer, to share the news.

Publications, please send all press inquiries to Lynn Carlisle: ljc@carlislecommunications.com

As always, thanks for the support!

Stitch.Rock.Love,

Vickie