Authentic Knitting Board . blog

Thank you for Donations!!

Pat — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 01:10:40 +0000

We want to thank everyone who participated in our annual donation drive. We want to especially thank the following knitters for making this happen: Frances Shelton, Sue Kreitzer, Catherine, Julie Milliron, and Abby.

Thanks to those involved, we sent 2 large boxes of warm hats, scarves, slippers and mittens to our American Veterans. We also sent 2 large boxes to the children and their families of the Dakota Native Americans in need in Chamberlain, SD. This was many knitted toys to be distributed during the holidays as well as lots of warm clothing.
Our last 2 boxes contained mostly baby and new infant knit along with beautiful blankets that were knit and crocheted. These were well received by Mary’s Center for abused moms and newborn infants in need in our capitol of Washington, DC.

We have received a beautiful letter from St Joseph’s School in SD thanking all of you for your kindness and hope. I can just picture the children and the Veterans with their beautiful hand knit/crocheted gifts and the happy smiles on their faces.

Thank you all again! Have a wonderful 2012!

Kim and Pat

Loom Extender Projects

Pat — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:45:37 +0000

RUGS, all kinds of rugs, they are so easy and quick to make with the loom extenders. This is a rug made by weaving FABRIC STRIPS using the 28″ Knitting Board and the 10″ loom extenders. 2 X 3.5

Fabric strips make great rugs and home decor. This rug was made with 4 woven sections. You simply start with 4 yards of jersey knit fabric in 2 colors, cut them into 1″ strips with the grain of the material. Then weave the strips across the loom, wrapping 2 pins at a time and with one peg empty in between. Use the same color of fabric until you are ready for the stripe, then switch colors

If you use the 10″ Knitting Board, 10″ loom extenders you can make a rug by creating squares. This rug was made with 12 squares.

Look at the Donations received from Frances…….

Pat — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:44:41 +0000

Thank you for all those who have participated in our call for donations. We hope everyone will consider sending a hand knit/crochet item for this event. We will be shipping to our American Veterans as well as Native Americans orphanages. We want to get this shipped out in time for the fall and winter season.

In reply to this request, we have received 3 large boxes of beautiful knit and crocheted items from Frances in Amelia, OH. So, we want to say, “Thank you Frances!!” and “Wow”, what a great collection of beautiful hand knits. The children and needy in North Dakota will be so happy this holiday season, and warm! There are so many beautiful pieces and such intricate stitches. These are just a few of the items we received from Frances.

There is still time to send in items, our ship date is in October as it starts to get cold. Send your donations to Authentic Knitting Board Co, 60 Carysbrook Rd, Fork Union, VA 23055.

Loom extender projects

Pat — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 18:01:17 +0000

Here are a few ideas using the loom extender. The wall hanging was created by our Knitting Board group moderator Sue Kreitzer, this was her fist loom extender project. Margaret Conroy did the beautiful striped pieces. Both of you, nice work.

Introducing……

Pat — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:00:53 +0000

Gather around, everyone, and meet SueK, our moderator. She has been doing a great job answering questions, providing instruction, sharing her secrets and techniques, and welcoming all new knitters. We would like to say,

” Thank you, Sue, for all your hard work and support, and for sharing some of your designs and projects with us”.

Get to know Sue….

I am a retired Administrator assistant; 67 (pushing 68!). Married for 23 years, 1 son and 5 stepchildren. We have 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Have lived in Denton TX for 25 years. I enjoy all crafts, hand knitting, crocheting, needlepoint. My two favorites are Knitting Board and Cross Stitch. I started using the Knitting Board about 6 years ago when my husband saw one at the Senior Center, came home and made me one. Only stitch I knew was figure 8. Went on vacation, and made a baby blanket (all figure 8). When we got home, I saw the AKB DVD in Mary Maxim catalogue, ordered it, and learned all the stitches and haven’t stopped since then. First items I made when I received my first book were sweaters for my two younger sisters. I enjoy spreading the word about the knitting board to anyone who will listen. I enjoy traveling and teaching people what I can on the board.

Sue has also participated with some of our classes held at the Hobby Lobby Store in her area. This is when we met Sue, face to face, for the first time. She is a very special lady.

Join us and Sue at Yahoo group.. Knitting Board

Holiday contest Winners!

Pat — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 19:34:49 +0000

The Holiday contest was a lot of fun, and it was great seeing all the pattern designs that were created. With much deliberation, we have chosen 4 winners…….. Drum roll please!!!!!!! Here goes….

In the Best Original Design category, the winner is Cabled Afghan created on the 38″ Knitting Board. Beautiful work and great color selection by Jacque Darragh

In the Cutest Baby item category, the winner is the Baby Cocoon by Faith Schmidt. This is a great stitch with lots of texture. The pattern shows the process in detail…so cute and cuddly.

In the Men‘s Accessory category, the winner is Men’s Warmer again by Faith Schmidt. Faith has sure been busy.

In the multicolor design category, the winner is Nikki’s Plaid Scarf by Denise Rumph. Denise created a great plaid design that turned out really well with Lion Brand’s new Hometown yarn

There were not enough entries for the Sweater Design and the Pet Accessory category to have winners. Maybe in our next contest – We can all plan ahead and start creating our favorite designs early.

We would like to thank everyone for all their effort and the amazing pattern entries.
All winners will receive a discount code for the 40% savings on your next website purchase and their cash award by check in the mail within 7 days. Be sure we have your correct address.

New Pattern Contest – Deadline Dec. 1.

Pat — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:19:43 +0000

We are having a Holiday Pattern Contest Extravaganza! This is not only a contest for pattern writers but anyone who has a creative spirit. Create a gift and at the same time you can enter the event and win for some fun prizes. Deadline Dec. 1st.

We are doing something different this year. We are expanding our categories. 6 entries will be chosen leading the 6 categories of competition.

The 6 categories are:

Best Original Design
Cutest Baby Item
Multicolor Design using at least 3 colors
Men’s accessory
Sweater
Pet attire.

The winner will receive $50 plus $40 in merchandise. Even if you are just a beginner we hope you will get involved and submit your original ideas – the more entries the more fun!

Deadine is Dec 1st. so get started and let your creativity run wild.

Knitting Board Class at Lion Brand Studio

Pat — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 20:36:41 +0000

Our Knitting board class at Lion Brand Studio….. Students at the class learned how to work with intarsia design. We started the Beagle bag and worked with a 3 color design.

Pat signing Knitting Board Basics

Kim teaching the class.

Can’t forget that important anchor yarn.

Look at them knit!

Fun time at Lion Brand Studio

Pat — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 14:50:21 +0000

October 14th we visited the Lion Brand Studio in New York City to present the Knitting Board and show what it can create. It was lots of fun !! So many customers came in with the impression that you can only make potholders and simple scarves on Knitting Boards. We showed them all kinds of stitches and brought 2 giant suitcases of knitwear. They were really surprised about all that you can create.

Criss Cross

Stitch…..a favorite stitch with so much texture!

Join us in New York at Lion Brand Studio!

Pat — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 17:23:16 +0000

We are going to be at the Lion Brand Studio Store October 14th and 15th. Come and Join us!

On October 14th we are presenting the Knitting Board and the Sock Loom with lots of photos and samples to show how the looms work and what they can create. It should be lots of fun. It includes a book signing and raffle. FREE. If you are interested in coming please RSVP at the Studio Store.

CLASS: On October 15 we will be having a class, teaching Knitting Board basics and working on the Beagle Bag. Limited spaces are left for the class. $55 If interested in attending please call the Lion Brand Studio.