Hands Occupied in Knitscene!

Guess what? I’m the featured blogger in the current issue of Knitscene magazine! Knitscene is a magazine from the folks at Interweave, and they feature tons of fresh patterns. Here’s a look at the feature, which includes an interview with yours truly. In it, I got to answer a few questions about why I started blogging and what I love to blog about, so much fun!

Blogspotting in Knitscene Winter 2015, featuring Hands Occupied

I would have posted about this fun feature sooner, but my first copy of the mag was messed up in the mail. It arrived just a few weeks ago, the address label having been completely sliced through. While I visited my hometown last weekend, I got my hands on a brand new copy for the ole archives and for photographing to share with you guys!

My top 3 patterns from Knitscene winter 2015

Before we get to the patterns, can we talk about how amazing the photo styling is with tons of geometric shapes and origami throughout? I only wish my knitwear styling & photography skills were that on point. Photo envy aside, there are a bunch of cute patterns in Knitscene winter I’d love to try. My favorites, though it was hard to choose, are the Bay-and-Gable Tunic by Sachiko Burgin, Deep Woods Toque by Kiyomi Burgin & Yorkville Wrap by Sachiko Burgin.

© Knitscene/Harper Point Photography

Oh man, look at that butt! :D Seriously though, the slit at the back hem, wide neck, sleeve length and center front motif are all right on. Do yourself a favor and visit the Bay-and-Gable Tunic page on Ravelry. Not only does this look super good with those cigarette pants (and an origami fish, obviously), but the details are worth taking in from all angles on this one.

© Knitscene/Harper Point Photography

While I did just gush a bit over the tunic, the Deep Woods Toque is probably my favorite pattern from the issue. I know it’s just a hat, but the color choices in this sample, stranded colorwork leaves around the top, and relaxed fit make this super inviting to knit.

© Knitscene/Harper Point Photography

The Yorkville Wrap is like a big ole lace wrap and a triangle shawl had a baby, and I love it! It’s just a giant single chevron that could be knit in a color similar to the sample pictured, and it would go with everything. This is something you could knit, leave on your work chair all winter, and cuddle up with on the daily.

If you’d like to preview all of the patterns in the issue my feature is in, you can see them on Ravelry. And if you want to get your hands on the issue, which features a bunch of cute patterns and great articles (including one on mastering gauge – always useful!), you’ve got a few options. For physical copies, I’d check your local yarn shop first to see if they have it, but if not, my mom found copies at Barnes & Noble. You can also get a physical or digital at the Interweave online store. And hey, here’s 15% off if you want to get your copy there!

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