Friday, January 30, 2026

Knitted hat in Bamboo stitch

My first finished knit project of the year is this hat using the bamboo stitch.  I had never heard of this stitch and when I came across this video by Jacq Knits, I had to give it a try.


It is an easy pattern to follow and memorize and of course the video tutorial with additional tips is a bonus!  I cast on the hat in the largest size, in mid-December, and knit on it intermittently, finishing it a few weeks ago.  Tools and supplies:

Yarn:  Lion Brand Wool Ease worsted weight (80% easy-care acrylic and 20% lamb's wool)
Yarn color #:  151 Grey Heather
Circular Needle:  Loops & Threads 16" (40cm) aluminum - US 8 (5mm)
Double pointed needles:  Clover (Takumi) 7" (18cm) bamboo - US 8 (5mm) 

 


Happy knitting!

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - January

The Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club for January has arrived.  It's a cute penguin named Frosty Penguin, perfect for the winter season.  The size of the cross stitch pattern is 55w x 55h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 310, 720, 931, 3811 and B5200.  Below is a look at the goodies! 



Happy stitching!