Arttea: Moving House Essentials
I saw this cute illustration on Instagram yesterday. Now if only there were a knitted sock or a garter stitch scarf in there, it would be perfect! https://www.instagram.com/p/BK3cqYShIS9/?taken-by=lillarogers
Month: September 2016
The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 105, Almost Socktober!
Welcome to episode 105! I’ve got a few new knits to show you today, and great progress on my Rhinebeck sweater. Also trying to finish a few more spins before Spinzilla starts! Please come and join the Ravelry group. You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter, Instagram as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Stashbuckler: Adventures in… Continue reading The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 105, Almost Socktober!
DrinkMe: Churchmouse Yarn & Teas, China Black
I recently placed another order with Churchmouse Yarn & Teas for some yummy tea. I decided to give the China Black blend a try this time. From the website, the China Black blend contains Yunnan tea. It is available in the following sizes: 4oz for $10.00, 8oz for $20.00 and 1lb for $40.00. China Black… Continue reading DrinkMe: Churchmouse Yarn & Teas, China Black
The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 104, Knit all the things!
Welcome to episode 104! Today I talk about my knits and spins and announce the winner of the Filament Issue 1 giveaway. Please come and join the Ravelry group. You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter, Instagram as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Stashbuckler: Adventures in Yarrrrrrrrn. Tea: David’s Tea, Guava Cadabra Knitting: Finished: Leafy Washcloth… Continue reading The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 104, Knit all the things!
Drink Me: Crafters & Co.
Earlier this week my friend Ana gave me two containers of “new to us” tea that she purchased at Hallmark. The Crafters & Co tea is available exclusively from Hallmark Gold Crown and produced by a local Kansas City company, the Hugo Tea Company. Ana gave me two flavors: Warm Wishes, an organic Cinnamon Black Tea… Continue reading Drink Me: Crafters & Co.
The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 103, Monogamous Knitter
Welcome to episode 103. Today is a short one because I have been a monogamous knitter – which is new for me! Please come and join the Ravelry group. You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter, Instagram as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Stashbuckler: Adventures in Yarrrrrrrrn. Tea: Stash Tea, Maple Apple Cider Knitting: In progress:… Continue reading The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 103, Monogamous Knitter
Drink Me: Arbor Teas, Irish Breakfast
When I placed my last order with Arbor Teas, I mentioned I wanted to try one of the plain black teas. I opted to try Irish Breakfast. Irish Breakfast contains organic Indian and Vietnamese black tea. It is available in a variety of sizes: sample for $3.50, 4oz for $12.95 and 11oz for $24.50. When I… Continue reading Drink Me: Arbor Teas, Irish Breakfast
KnitMe: Filament No. 1, Fall 2016
Recently my friend Anne contacted me to let me know about a new venture she was launching, Knit Filament. Knit Filament is a new publication that is the brainchild of Anne Podlesak and Kathleen Dames, designers and friends that celebrate their friendship and their love of designing lovely garments. Anne asked if I’d be interested… Continue reading KnitMe: Filament No. 1, Fall 2016
KnitMe: KPC Yarns, Yarn Tasting
A few months ago I was contacted by the nice people over at Stitchcraft Marketing to see if I would be interested in receiving a yarn tasting kit from KPC Yarns. KPC (knit purl crochet) Yarns is a Hong Kong based company. They have been in business in various forms for over 50 years and source their wool from… Continue reading KnitMe: KPC Yarns, Yarn Tasting
The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 102, Rhinebeck Sweater Saga
Welcome to episode 102. Today I have a few knits and spins, and two reviews – a sample box from KPC Yarns and the new pattern booklet from KnitFilament. Please come and join the Ravelry group. You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter, Instagram as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Stashbuckler: Adventures in Yarrrrrrrrn. Tea: Celestial… Continue reading The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 102, Rhinebeck Sweater Saga