You’ve Got Snippets: October 12, 2024

Dear Knitter,

Happy Saturday!

This Changes Everything

Are you ready to be enlightened? We’re thrilled to announce that the great Kate Atherley will be teaching a brand-new virtual workshop on a topic that readers have clamored for.

It’s Reading Patterns and Charts with Confidence, and it’s coming up on November 15. Read all about it here, and sign up today.

Kate is hands down one of the most knowledgeable teachers, with deep knowledge and a love of teaching. When she’s explaining, we’re all ears. You won’t want to miss Kate’s class.

MDK Gems Time!

This month we’re focusing the MDK Gems love beams on our favorite gifty, leafy washcloth. We’ve made Julia Farwell-Clay’s supremely snacky Bodhi Leaf Washcloths with two different Rowan classics— Creative Linen and Handknit Cotton—with happy results from both.

The deal: Order any quantity of either of these beauties, and we’ll give you the free ebook of Field Guide No. 7: Ease (a $9.95 value, with four patterns by Julia Farwell-Clay). No need to add the Field Guide to your cart—the download link will be included with your order confirmation email. Offer good through Monday, October 14—so don’t tarry!

Meanwhile…

We had a big time on MDK this week.

Samantha Brunson dipped a toe—and many puns—in the waters of sock knitting, and she’s head over heels.

Is it fast? No. Is it easy? Also no. But is an heirloom lace shawl worth it? Pattern scout Jen Arnall-Culliford says YES.

You’ll want to see this: the fastest, bestest finish in Kay’s long history of Rhinebeck sweaters.

At her day job in the 19th century, Adrienne Martini learned how glorious colors can come from humble ingredients, if you let the dye pot do its work.

This weekend, let’s go see a few thousand sheep thriving in Montana. 

Your Support Is Everything—Thank You!

At MDK, supporting and elevating the knitting life is all we think about, every single day. It’s vital—and easy—to support MDK.

When you shop with MDK, sign up for our workshops, or share our content with your knitting friends, you’re also supporting the yarnmakers, artisans, teachers, and writers that we feature here. It’s a daily challenge to make our tiny business go, and we’re grateful to everyone who helps us do that. Thank you!

Questions? Email us anytime at hello@moderndailyknitting.com, and you’ll get a prompt response from a real live MDK person.

Stay healthy, take care of each other, and knit on.

Love,

Ann and Kay

PS Please forward this Snippets to a knitter friend—we appreciate it so much!

MDK Gems—A Leafy Washcloth

Get a free ebook of MDK Field Guide No. 7: Ease, with the cutest leafy washcloth you ever saw, when you order Rowan Handknit Cotton or Creative Linen.
 
The Bodhi Washcloth has been a perennial favorite ever since it appeared in Field Guide No. 7: Ease. Julia Farwell-Clay hit the sweet spot of easy and artful with this bit of design wizardry.

Nash Yarn Fest Fun

Here we go! Tickets for Nash Yarn Fest are on sale NOW!

There are several different ways to attend Nash Yarn Fest. We’ve set up the events as separate tickets so you can choose your adventure as you like. You’ll find all your options and tickets to purchase at nashyarnfest.com.

Meet our 50+ amazing vendors here—they’re coming from 25 states, Canada, and the UK.

Want to start the NYF celebration early? We’ve got your NYF swag covered:

Field Guide No. 28: Renewal

What happens when Norah Gaughan, the knitwear legend, pares it all back? These five designs will renew your love of knitting. Get your copy of MDK Field Guide No. 28: Renewal, right here.

For a blast of inspiration, watch the recording of our jolly conversation with the one and only, delightful Norah Gaughan.