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Shawl

I've always found the combination of linen and Liberty lawn to be pleasing. My latest project has been a set of simple linen bento bags – just like these from last month – except lined in Liberty cotton. The result is a slightly more substantial bag, but a rather aesthetically pleasing one which is perfect for keeping a medium-sized knitting project in order.

I've made a few for my etsy shop but I could also put together a tutorial on making these, if anyone is interested?

Speaking of knitting projects, in the last photo above you can see something I've been working on lately – it's a Spindrift Shawl (designed by Curious Handmade), knitted with beautiful yarn dyed by my friend Nikki. The shawl design is apparently good for beginner-shawl-knitters like me, and if you sign up for the accompanying email workshop series, you can download the pattern for free. (Ravelry link here).

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Did you hear Debbie Stoller talking to Kim Hill on RNZ this morning about feminism and knitting, among other interesting things? You can listen to the recording here.

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18 responses to “liberty + linen”

  1. Clare Avatar
    Clare

    Thanks for the link I missed that interview. Off to listen now. X

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  2. tinyhappy Avatar

    hope you enjoy it! im such a fan of both DS and KH, it was a treat 🙂

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  3. Rose Avatar
    Rose

    I would definitely be interested in a tutorial! Please do one!

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  4. Mousy Brown Avatar

    Me too! A tutorial would be fantastic…I have a stash of fabric that I am committed to using and a whole bunch of friends who I think would love these as Christmas gifts…
    I’m still tempted to buy one of yours for me though! 😉

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  5. Sheryl Avatar
    Sheryl

    Yes please to a tutorial!

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  6. Jackie Avatar
    Jackie

    A tutorial would be fab!

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  7. Heather Avatar

    Raising my hand for a tutorial! I’d love to use one as wrapping for holiday gifts to my niece in Tokyo. Two gifts in one.

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  8. Lina Avatar
    Lina

    I would love a tutorial!!

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  9. Jan Cox Avatar
    Jan Cox

    Would love a tutorial!

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  10. Rachel Avatar
    Rachel

    Another yes please for a tutorial.

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  11. michelle Avatar
    michelle

    and me too for a tutorial 🙂

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  12. Maggie Avatar
    Maggie

    I would love a tutorial on these bento bags!

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  13. Emma Avatar
    Emma

    Beautiful photos as always … I too would love a tutorial please!

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  14. sally Avatar
    sally

    yes please to a tutorial!
    Also, dear Melissa – how the heck do you knit with those circular needles?! I just cannot manage them… any tips?

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  15. tinyhappy Avatar

    youll get the hang of them, sally! its just a matter of doing it a few times. 
    next time you feel like giving it ago, i recommend this video – ive learned a few techniques from this woman and find her videos clear and helpful… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqkIdJ3WSzA
    p.s. when knitting the slippers, i use straight needles for the garter stitch (heel) section, then transfer to 3 dpns, and use the 4th to knit with. 
    – m 

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  16. emma Avatar
    emma

    would LOVE a tutorial too!

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  17. Jeanette Avatar
    Jeanette

    I would love to see a tutorial. Thank you.

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  18. Kylie Avatar

    I see you’ve decided to write a tutorial Melissa but i’m adding my name to the “yes please” list anyway 🙂

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