You look like the Fourth of July! It makes me want a hot dog real bad! —Paulette Bonafonté I'm quickly sensing a theme with all the sock patterns I've released thus far. Tomatoes, pickles, and now hot dogs — I never thought I was this obsessed with food, but here we are. As of February… Continue reading Introducing the Frankfooter Socks!
Tag: knitting
Knitting in times of crisis
All too often, knitting—and fiber arts in general—is diminished to a mere hobby in the face of other art forms with more perceived value. Why knit a sweater, after all, when you can just buy one? Why make your fabric when you can get it from the store ready-made instead? What many fail to realize… Continue reading Knitting in times of crisis
Pickle Barrel Socks Sale: Save 20%!
If you've never heard of the Christmas pickle, it's a tradition in which a pickle (usually just a pickle ornament) is hidden in the Christmas tree, and the person who finds it gets to open an extra gift. It's a fun little tradition — and the reason why there are so many pickle ornaments readily… Continue reading Pickle Barrel Socks Sale: Save 20%!
Now available: The Pickle Barrel Socks!
i love my little pony bc there will be a pony named pickle barrel on a pickle farm and they’re like “i wonder what my cutie mark will be” —Riley Farmer, Twitter (@rileysauruss) Pickles are one of my favorite snacks. I once wrote a page-long entreaty to a pickle company begging them to revert to… Continue reading Now available: The Pickle Barrel Socks!
Knitting from the heart
Gift knitting for those you love most My uncle may very well be the most knitworthy person I know. He’s one of the most creative, capable, and compassionate people I’ve ever met. He can do just about anything, from welding and electrical work to sculpting and jewelry making. He built me a rocking horse when… Continue reading Knitting from the heart
New Year, new knitting intentions
A quick note before we start: None of the links included here are affiliates. I've added them simply to provide information and support independent shops/dyers. . . . 2025 is just getting started, and with it comes the influx of manifestations, resolutions, and goals that always seem to accompany a New Year. I'm not huge… Continue reading New Year, new knitting intentions
Socks on socks on socks!
Knitting in any capacity is my constant joy in life, but sometimes I hyper-fixate on a specific type of project that just draws me in and has me casting on another the second I finish one. This time around, it's all about socks. I blame designer Summer Lee for my current obsession. Her Colorwork Cuff… Continue reading Socks on socks on socks!
Fox & Fleece 