KIS Designs

When you're looking for clues, a "Partial Print" is a good thing.  It can shed some light on the mystery at hand and give new insights on a case. So maybe I've been watching a bit too much NCIS lately--or perhaps not, as the show has inspired this lovely cap. Mostly Smooth (like Tony), with a bit of rugged texture (Gibbs), this cap looks great inside and out-- literally!   I can picture the whole crew McGee, Abbs, even the Autopsy Gremlin rockin' this hat, can't you? Ready to Cast On your own Partial Print Cap?  Grab your copy of the pattern here: 

As a self-proclaimed yarnaholic, I often fall prey to beautiful yarns.  Most of my friends know about my addiction and chalk it up as one of my “quirks”.  My really good friends join me in my full-on fiber frenzies and introduce me to new yarn shops where new and exciting skeins leap into my bag while my will-power (and my money) desert me completely! These patterns were born after my dear friend Sharon introduced me to a new stash-builder.  I of course,  went along with the notion that I really “didn’t need any more yarn”, but quickly fell under the influence of this luscious Cashmara yarn, beautifully dyed by Pat, from Fly Designs—and when Sharon suggested that we both should get some —well, it just seemed rude not to! Ready to Fall Under The Influence?  Grab your Patterns Here:                                                ...

Let's Have Another Hope A subtle ruffled edge lends grace and movement to this shawl which features "Zen"--a deeply color-drenched yarn, expertly dyed by Nerd Girl Yarns which provides incomparable drape and shine to the finished piece. ..... Buffy : Then Willow might be our only hope.   Willow : I don't wanna be our only hope. I crumble under pressure. Let's have another hope. Nah, Willow--You've got this! Ready to Cast On a little "Hope"?  Grab your pattern here: Get your hands on this Ahh-Mazing yarn here:  www.nerdgirlyarns.com

Sending out wishes for a very Happy New Year.   May your 2016 be filled with fun, friends, fiber---and let's not forget about caffeine! My gift to you:   Keep your coffee cozy-warm without losing your grip on your cup with this quick-to-knit project. 2016 is the year to Bust Some Stash! Grab some leftover yarn, your favorite caffeinated beverage and get started here: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/java-jumper-2

Free Pattern! Designed for Cloudborn Fibers yarn, Thistledown Cap is a unisex slouch-style hat sized to fit children and adults.  Knit in Cloudborn's wonderful Fine Highland Wool yarn, this hat is no slouch--when it comes to keeping you warm, that is! Grab your FREE Pattern Here: http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/thistledown-cap/173809?rceId=1447863539945~44azg5ez or Here:  http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/thistledown-cap Get your hands on this fabulous yarn Here: http://www.craftsy.com/supplies/cloudborn-highland-worsted-yarn/24547?rceId=1448119554135~wx63u644 Happy Knitting all!

Over the past couple of weeks I have been busily re-stocking my Etsy shop with shiny new earrings for the holiday season.   Visit  https://www.etsy.com/shop/kisdesigns  to see all the new goodies!  

https://www.youtube.com/embed/FkHLNYzkOSE I am so excited to share my Rimrock Shawl has been selected as finalist for the Craftsys 2015 Awards! Please join me in cheering on my fellow nominee's and tune in to  TheCraftys.com  to see the winners announced live via streaming video on Friday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.