The January issue of Creative Knitting is out now and includes an interview with me as well as the pattern for my homage to the first sweater--a brioche rib jacket-- my mom knitted for me when I was a baby. It was pretty cool to be able to make a project using Sheep(ish), then have my daughter model it. I tell ya, knitting is the gift in my life that keeps on giving! Get the magazine at your local newsstand, or you can nab the digital version now. Don't forget to pick up the Stitch.Rock.Love Sheep(ish) to make this coat, at select JoAnn and Michaels stores and at Buy.Caron.com!

Stitch.Rock.Love,

Tulip / Etimo
Perfect for crocheting those delicate snowflake or angel ornaments, the Etimo steel crochet hook set will let you stitch loads of ornaments without any hand fatigue thanks to Etimo’s soft, cushioned handle. And did I mention this also makes a wonderful holiday gift?

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Armed and Ready Wristlets
Designer Amy Polcyn shows us a great example of how elegant design and inventive color pairings of Sheep(ish) yarn combine for maximum fashion impact. The Armed and Ready Wristlets feature simple knit ribbing and stockinette embellished with faux bracelets. What can we say? They're adorable!

>> Armed and Ready Wristlet instructions

Earthly Tones
Octagonal Afghan
Designer Margret Willson has a real talent for impeccable design and color work. In her Earthly Tones Octagonal Afghan, she pulls together 5 shades of One Pound yarn to create an amazing crocheted octagon- shaped throw. Even better, with value-priced One Pound, you can complete this throw in less than $50!
>> Earthly Tones Octagonal Afghan instructions

Nadia Shawl

If you've been very diligent in your holiday gift-making this year, you might just have enough time to complete Darla Fanton's exquisite Nadia Shawl to put under the tree for you! A crocheted semi-circle trimmed with a flattering picot edge, the Nadia Shawl in Simply Soft® Light is a perfect way to reward yourself for holidays "well done"!

>> Nadia Shawl instructions