Fine Cabled Mitts

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knit from soft, fine-gauge yarn, these mitts are a classic. with virtually no bulk to speak of, they can worn indoors or out, keeping hands toasty while leaving fingers free to type, search for change, or grab a hot cuppa. Fine Cabled Mitts shown here in vintage cashmere sock yarn, navy pattern price: $5.00 US […]

obstacles of least resistance

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the second piece in the manLace series, obstacles holds little in the way of challenge except that, with its luxurious texture and mesmerizing pattern, there is simply no resisting it. scarf-sized or full-sized shawl—in cashmere, it’s hedonistically warm and soft, but maybe your vice (or his) is another poison altogether. anything soft and scrumptious will […]

it’s looking a LOT like christmas

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i’ve been very selfish about something for many months. in fact, i have completely denied you access to one of the most delightful perks of living on my street, in exactly this house. holiday displays. our neighbors across the way just love them. and you know what last weekend was, right? yup—time to put up […]

mitts amazing

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it’s 33 degrees right now—12 hours ago it was a balmy 65 or something like that. the winds have been WILD today and the rain erratic—vascillating between tropical downpours and sunny showers all day. the half of the house which faces north is cozy and warm, while the half that faces southerly is frigid and […]