I’ve been sewing so much lately, I’ve been going into knitting withdrawals. So I’ve been looking forward to our Thanksgiving trip for a little knitting project! I chose the Zombie Killer Slouch by Luciana Young, and Lion Brand Tweed Stripes in Caribbean for the yarn. I’m pleased, and looking forward to seeing it all done!

I wanted to share a little trick for knitting away from home. When I print the pattern, I read over it and scan not only for tools I need to bring, but also for measurements I will need. If the measurements are smaller than my paper, I draw them in the margins. See the 10″ mark on the right margin of my paper, there? I’m supposed to knit that far before beginning decreases, and now I don’t even have to dig out my tape measure. I don’t claim to be the first to think of this, but there you go.

I hope everyone had a happy and peaceful holiday, and find yourself inspired to get on to the busy days ahead!

And don’t forget, 10% off patterns, Black Friday through Cyber Monday!