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2/16/2023

Heart of the Cross Bookmark Pattern

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Here is a lovely bookmark pattern. Although purling through the back loop can be a bit fiddley, it is worth it. That way, the cast on stitches are tight and neat and there are no unsightly gaps. I hope you enjoy!

​Lisa N.
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2/13/2023

No Seam Dice Pouch Pattern

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As necessity has often been the inspiration for me and my knitting patterns, these cute little dice pouches are no exception. Our DM was so kind and gave Matthew and I each a set of dice for gaming. I happened to have one of my unfinished cotton rounds nearby and found that it was the perfect size to hold one set of gaming dice. So a few modifications later, and voila!
 
You can make these monochromatic, or use two tones. I think cotton yarn works well because it’s a little sturdier or thicker. If you don’t have any cotton, a worsted weight yarn of choice will probably work just fine too.
 
One key tip I learned the hard way is to put any embellishments or embroidery that you want on the pouches before you thread the drawstring through. Trust me, lol.
 
I hope you enjoy these and happy gaming! 
​Lisa N.
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6/1/2021

Arrowhead Lace Bookmarks

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I love knitting lace, it's so beautiful and elegant. And when I became frustrated with chunky cardboard or plastic bookmarks, I began knitting some lace reader keepers and have been hooked...or needled. (Fiber art humor, lol). These arrowhead lace bookmarks are deceptively simple and are a great way to mark your spot in a favorite story. 

Enjoy!
Lisa N.
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1/20/2021

Reusable Cotton Rounds

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My goal for this year is to waste less. Reflecting upon my daily beauty care routine I realized I was throwing away about 16 disposable cotton rounds every week. That's 64 every month! So, I decided to make my own reusable option. I love these because they are double-sided, so I can use one per day, one side in the morning, and the other at night. I also like them because they hold up well in the laundry and I've already noticed my skin getting happier and healthier! I do recommend washing them before the first use. Another tip is to be sure and get a good quality and soft 100% cotton yarn. My favorite brand is "I Love This Cotton". 

Enjoy!
Lisa N.
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12/30/2020

Nordin Husker Hat

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I wanted to knit a Christmas present for a family member this year. Being huge Nebraska Cornhusker fans I searched for a pattern to celebrate the beloved football team. However, I couldn't quite find one that included a winter element, which I wanted to have incorporated into the design. So I created this pattern. It just so happens that our last name initial is "N" so it serves a great double-purpose and leant itself to the naming of the pattern.

I hope you enjoy this pattern as much as I do.
Lisa N.
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12/7/2020

Kitty Kat Cabled Hat

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This hat pattern came from a commission I received from a family member who saw a similar one online. It can be a little hard on the knuckles with twisting the bulky yarn, but the result is well worth the effort. I've made a few more for friends and they love them. I hope you enjoy it as well! 

​Lisa N.
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10/31/2020

Fall Bookmarks

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​Just in time for Halloween, here is a fun pattern for some spook-marks! Lol. These were my first attempt at color work on such a small and intricate scale, and I was very happy with the result. I used the intarsia technique on the pumpkins, and it worked really well. However, regular carrying of the yarn worked better for the cats.

I usually block my bookmarks in an equal half water/half starch solution. It seems to give them just the right amount of stiffness.

Enjoy and God bless!
Lisa N.
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5/13/2020

A Little Goofy Hat

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Much like my Antler Mitts, this hat pattern was created for a custom order. Since there wasn't a pattern out there that I liked well enough, I decided to make my own. This hat is perfect for little ones who want to dress like their favorite Disney character and keep their head and ears warm at the same time. It is listed in a size for a 10-12 month old, but should be able to be increased fairly easily for adults or older children as well. 

Enjoy!
Lisa N.
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4/18/2020

Antler Mitts

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I had a custom order request for a pair of mittens that used an antler cable like design. So this is the pattern that was created! Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. After only one “whoops” mitten, the following pattern emerged.

Thanks and God bless!
Lisa N.
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9/23/2017

Lord of the Rings Tune - Mandolin TAB

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I recently purchased a mandolin and have been able to pluck out a few songs. Some of the two-finger C, D, and G chords I can play with some skill. And though I am learning and having fun with it, there is one song that both my wife and I have enjoyed learning (you can only play "Constant Sorrow" for so long).
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This is an ongoing work. I have pieced together some of the basic tabs for the melody. I will eventually get more of a completed tune as my skill progresses. You may even be able to hear me play it in the future... soon.
Here is my mandolin tablature that sounds a bit like the "Concerning Hobbits" song combined with a little of the "Misty Mountains" song from The Hobbit:
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~~~~~~~0~~~~~~~|~~~0~2~5~4~0~~~~~
~0~2~4~~~4~2~0~|~4~~~~~~~~~~~4~2~
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~~~~~~~0~~~~~~~|~~~~~0~2~2~2~0~~~~~~~~~~~~~
~0~2~4~~~4~2~0~|~0~4~~~~~~~~~~~4~4~2~0~2~0~
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~~~0~2~2~2~5~0~0~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
~5~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~0~2~4~4~0~~~0~~~~~
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~~~~~~~~~~4~~~4~2~
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~~~~~~~0~~~~~~~|~~~~~0~2~2~0~~~~~~~~~
~0~2~4~~~4~2~0~|~0~4~~~~~~~~~4~4~2~0~
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~~~0~2~5~2~0~~~|~2~5~7~10~9~5~2~3~2~0~~~
~5~~~~~~~~~~~5~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~5~
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~~~~~0~3~5~7~5~3~2~0~|~~~0~2~2~3~5~3~2~0~
~2~5~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~2~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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~~~~~~~0~0~3~5~3~2~0~~~0~|~~~0~2~2~2~3~5~3~2~~~0~2~
~2~2~5~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~5~~~|~2~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~5~~~~~
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~~~~2~3~3~2~~~0~
~~~0~~~2~~~0~~~~~|~2~5~~~~~~~~~5~~~
~5~~~4~~~5~~~2~4~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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~~~0~2~5~2~0~~~|~2~5~7~10~9~5~2~3~2~0~~~
~5~~~~~~~~~~~5~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~5~
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~0~2~4~~~0~2~4~|~0~2~4~~~0~2~4~
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~~2~3~2~0~~~0~
~0~0~0~~~~~~~0~|~5~~~~~~~~~5~~~
~~~~~~~5~5~5~~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~~0~2~0~2~3~
~5~4~2~2~2~0~0~0~2~|~5~~~~~~~~~~~
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~~~0~2~5~2~0~~~|~2~5~7~7~5~2~2~3~2~0~~2~
~5~~~~~~~~~~~5~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~5~
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This is a very basic song to pick out. It is for all of us who are learning. More little tunes from the movies may be added. Let me know what songs from the movies should be added to this.

(p.s. I will hopefully have a YouTube video of this soon...)

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