Floral Inspiration

Today I spent a day of inspiration surrounded by floral inspirationvivid colors, lush florals mixed with textured greens….

While roses aren’t generally my favorite, I love the un-conventional duo of bright red against the playful purples.

Handspun Yarn – “Razzmatazz”

Inspiration can come in a variety of ways & it’s important to take a moment to admire all of the natural beauty surrounding us!

Check out some more of my playfully inspired yarns and fiber in the Fiesta Cat Yarn shop -

Handspun Yarn - "Snowcone"

Handspun Yarn – “Snowcone”

Handspun Yarn - "Citrus Sorbet"

Handspun Yarn – “Citrus Sorbet”

Handspun Yarn - "Artful Inspirations"

Handspun Yarn – “Artful Inspirations”

Breast Cancer Awareness – Pink Knit Tools & Accessories

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month & today I’m featuring a few of my favorite finds that help to benefit the cause! From knitting needles, yarn & already made knit itemspink is the hot color this month!  Shop *pink* to support the cause! 

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Hand-sculpted pink ribbon knitting needles by DotDotSmile

Hand-sculpted pink ribbon knitting needles by DotDotSmile

Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needle Kits - now in Pink & offering Della Q cases!

Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needle Kits – now in Pink & offering Della Q cases!

Free Pattern - Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Knit Scarf

Free Pattern – Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Knit Scarf

Pink Scarf by HandcraftedbyDebbie

Pink Scarf by HandcraftedbyDebbie

Silver Star Breast Cancer Support Stitch Holders  by CedarGroveFarms

Silver Star Breast Cancer Support Stitch Holders by CedarGroveFarms

Knitted Sheep for Breast Cancer Awareness by ButtermilkCottage

Knitted Sheep for Breast Cancer Awareness by ButtermilkCottage

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What are you doing to help make a difference this month for Breast Cancer Awareness? Leave a Comment on the Post! :)

Cozy Kids Knits – Free Pattern Links

Classic WWII Watch Cap pattern by Helen Waittes

Classic WWII Watch Cap pattern by Helen Waittes

Fall is time to get cozy & the little ones always need some extra bundling up in the cold weather! Today I’m sharing a few of my favorite Free Knit Patterns for Cozy Kids Knits!

->*Click on any of the photos to get the Free Pattern! :)

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Cascade sweater pattern by Raya Budrevich

Cascade sweater pattern by Raya Budrevich

Poppy pattern by Justine Turner

Poppy pattern by Justine Turner

Luuk by Annis Jones

Luuk by Annis Jones

The Oslo Anorak by Anna & Heidi Pickles

The Oslo Anorak by Anna & Heidi Pickles

"Legwarmies" pattern by Alana Dakos

“Legwarmies” pattern by Alana Dakos

Basic Pattern for Childrens Mittens by Elizabeth Durand

Basic Pattern for Childrens Mittens by Elizabeth Durand

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From cowls to mittens to classic, quick & easy scarf patterns, Autumn is the perfect season to pull out your yarn & needles!

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->What’s your favorite Fall project? Leave a Comment! :)

Halloween Inspired DIY – Free Knit Patterns

Knitted witch hat pattern by Kathy Scott

Knitted witch hat pattern by Kathy Scott

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With Halloween right around the corner, and cool weather already here – I’m sharing some of my top seasonal picks to whip up quick this October!

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Candy Corn Hat pattern by Sarah Sagaser

Candy Corn Hat pattern by Sarah Sagaser

Pumpkin Pincushion by Debbie Bliss

Pumpkin Pincushion by Debbie Bliss

Halloween Knit Toy pattern by GandGPatterns

Halloween Knit Toy pattern by GandGPatterns

Candy Corn Dishcloth pattern by Linda Buntin

Candy Corn Dishcloth pattern by Linda Buntin

5 Lil Spooks pattern by chiwaluv

5 Lil Spooks pattern by chiwaluv

Basic Halloween Mitts by Allison van Zandt

Basic Halloween Mitts by Allison van Zandt

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Will you be dressing up or taking your little ones trick or treating? Leave a Comment below with your top DIY costume ideas!

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Fall Harvest Hat Patterns – Free Ideas for Baby, Kid & Adult

Pumpkin Hat by Susan Esser

Pumpkin Hat by Susan Esser

It’s Fall and that makes many of us think of picking up our knitting (if we haven’t kept clicking all season!)…& when it comes to cozy Fall patterns, nothing better than a beanie! 

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I chose some of my favorite Fall Harvest inspired patterns – Click on the photos to follow a link to the Free Pattern!

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Berry Baby Hat by Michele Sabatier

Berry Baby Hat by Michele Sabotier

Apple Hat by Ariel Zusya Benjamin

Apple Hat by Ariel Zusya Benjamin

"Fall Leafs" Beanie Hat by Sigurros Hauks

“Fall Leafs” Beanie Hat by Sigurros Hauks

Turn a Square pattern by Jared Flood

Turn a Square pattern by Jared Flood

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What’s your favorite Fall knitting project? Leave a Comment!

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One Skein Knit Projects – 75 yds & Less, Free Pattern Links

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One of the most common questions that comes to mind when buying yarn is….What can I make with this one skein? Sometimes you find a beautiful, must-have one-of-a-kind skein, or maybe you simply want to stick to a budget & see what you can whip up with just one ball of yarn? Well, Im here to tell you that the possibilities are endless!!

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With the help of Ravelry.com & the advanced search options, Im highlighting a few of my favorite 75 yd and under projects. Not only are these projects perfect for using up your single skeins, but also, they are great options for a quick, fun project!

(*Click on any of the photos to follow the link to the Free Pattern!)

Owl Puffs by Jenna Krupar

Owl Puffs by Jenna Krupar

Wasabi Cowl by Cassandra Dominick (54 yds)

Wasabi Cowl by Cassandra Dominick (54 yds)

Little Hearts by Teresa Fox

Little Hearts by Teresa Fox

Big Button Hat by Amy Duvendack (65-75 yds)

Big Button Hat by Amy Duvendack (65-75 yds)

Quick & Easy Ribbed Hat by Laurie Kimmelstiel (55 yds)

Quick & Easy Ribbed Hat by Laurie Kimmelstiel (55 yds)

Leaning Rib Coffee Cozy by Sarah Bulin (25-50 yds)

Leaning Rib Coffee Cozy by Sarah Bulin (25-50 yds)

Children's Quick Knitted Cowl by A Crafty House (50-55 yds)

Children’s Quick Knitted Cowl by A Crafty House (50-55 yds)

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What are some of your go-to single skein projects? Leave your Comment below!

20% OFF – 1 Day SALE on Handspun Yarn & Fiber

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Want to get your paws on some of my handspun yarn? Take advantage of today’s 1 day Sale - 20% OFF any item in my online shop – Fiesta Cat Yarn Co.!

20% All Day – SEPT. 20th!! Use the Code below at Checkout!

*** Use Coupon Code: SEPTSALE12 ***

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"Sugar & Spice"  31yds / $15.50

“Sugar & Spice” 31yds / $15.50

"Beach Party" 50yds / $25

“Beach Party” 50yds / $25

Undyed Handspun Wool 70yds / $38

Undyed Handspun Wool 70yds / $38

"Peach Fuzz" 56yds / $25

“Peach Fuzz” 56yds / $25

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More handspun yarns online at  - Fiesta Cat Yarn Co.

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