KIK
KIK Meeting – Christmas Party
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United StatesChristmas Party We’re having our annual Christmas party! Bring a snack to share – simple finger food, please, nothing elaborate. Tableware and drinks will be provided. We will also have a “stash” yarn exchange. Bring a skein (100 gr or less) of new, unopened yarn from your stash, wrapped or in a gift bag. We […]
KIK Meeting – Yarn Mysteries
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United StatesThe Mysteries of Yarn We will discuss the characteristics of yarn, including weights, the numbering system for yarn weights, how to determine the weight of your yarn in case you’ve lost the label, and tips for determining the fiber content. We will also learn how to determine the amount of yarn needed for a project […]
KIK Meeting – Broomstick Lace
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United StatesLu Ann will teach us how to knit the "Broomstick Lace" pattern. This pattern is really pretty with yarn that has fairly short repeats. Materials: You will need any weight yarn with the appropriate needle size. *NOTE: Using yarn that's fuzzy or doesn’t have good stitch definition is not recommended. Homework: Cast on, […]
KIK Meeting – Baskets & Bowls
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United States*NOTE: There is a change in date this month!! Learn how to knit different sizes and styles of baskets and bowls depending on your choice of yarn. Andrea Conrad will share her knowledge and experience using several patterns which she will bring to the meeting. Some are simple and some are more complicated; all are […]
KIK Meeting – Easter Basket Parade
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United States*NOTE: There is a change in date this month!! Last month we learned how to knit baskets and eggs, so this month we will show off our finished items and have a contest. Bring your finished Easter baskets filled with knitted eggs, and we will vote on them. The winner will receive a prize!
KIK Meeting – Knitting Jewelry
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United StatesCome and learn how to knit a beaded I-cord necklace from sock yarn scraps! Once you learn this simple technique, you can personalize your necklaces with various sizes of yarn and beads. What to Bring: two, double-pointed needles size US size 1.5 or 2 Bring your own sock yarn scraps or choose a color […]
KIK Meeting – My Favorite Shawl
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United States*NOTE: There is a change in date this month!! Most of us have knitted a shawl or two, so let’s show off our work and compare notes. Bring your favorite shawl to show and share!! Also, please bring the pattern, yarn, and needle size you used. We can all get some ideas for future projects.
KIK Meeting – Afterthought Sock Heel
R. B. Tullis Branch Library 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX, United StatesThe afterthought heel is a term coined by the late Elizabeth Zimmerman in her “Knitting Without Tears” book. The heel is knitted after the leg and foot of your sock are completed. It’s a great technique to know for working heels in a contrasting color. At our July meeting, Irene Piatek will teach us how […]
KIK Meeting – Dorset Buttons
Harris County Public Library, Kingwood Branch 4400 Bens View Ln, Kingwood, TX, United StatesNEW MEETING LOCATION! KIK meetings have moved to a new location – Harris County Public Library, Kingwood Branch. We will meet in the large room to your right as you enter the library. For our program this month, Cynthia Hansen will teach us how to make Dorset Buttons to use as shawl pins. Cyn will […]
KIK Meeting – Open Knit & Peyton Heart Charity
Harris County Public Library, Kingwood Branch 4400 Bens View Ln, Kingwood, TX, United StatesNEW MEETING LOCATION! KIK meetings have moved to a new location – Harris County Public Library, Kingwood Branch. We will meet in the large room to your right as you enter the library. This month we will have Open Knitting and Charity Knitting of hearts for the Peyton Heart Project. Pattern will be provided just bring your […]