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Comment on Why is this knit different from all other knits? by Betty Meyers

Betty Meyers — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 23:26:39 +0000

I am interested in knitting a small round kipot. I really don’t particularly like to knit on a round or dbl point needles. Is there a pattern that I can knit flat then sew together?

Hello Betty,
I’ve received your comment and inquiry about kippah patterns to knit flat. Most patterns that are knit in the round can also be knit on straight needles – just add a single stitch on one side so that you recover the half-stitch on each side lost to the final seam. There are a number of knitted kippah patterns out there. I’ve finished testing my pattern for a firmly-knit, 7 section kippah (in the round), made with worsted weight yarn (wool or cotton). If you are interested in purchasing it (proceeds to fund peace-building work in Israel), I’ll post a copy for you on my Etsy shop. The cost will be $5.25. Let me know if you are interested.
Always knitting for peace,
Leslie

Comment on Why is this knit different from all other knits? by Laura

Laura — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:02:56 +0000

If you could please send me a knit kippah pattern, somewhat flat, I would appreciate it I want to make kippot for my very young son, and the patterns I’ve found are for men. Thank you!

Hello Laura,
If you are looking for a simple Bukharan-style kippah, look at Pam Grossman’s Keppie pattern (I’ve used it many times). You’ll get a copy here: http://www.woolywonder.com/patternpages/keppie.pdf
You should be able to make a simple flat kippah for a child by modifying a standard kippah pattern. I make kippot from the top down, to control size. I have just finished testing a simple knitted kippah made with worsted weight yarn (wool or cotton will work). If you want to purchase a copy, the proceeds will go to peacebuilding efforts in Israel. I’ll post a copy in my Etsy shop, and provide suggestions for making a child’s version as well in the pattern. Just let me know if you are interested.
Always knitting for peace,
Leslie (aka TikkunKnitter)

Comment on Animating Fiber: “ball of wool”, a knitted fairy tale by naomi dagen bloom

naomi dagen bloom — Sun, 24 May 2009 12:48:47 +0000

Leslie, Once again you’ve offered us out here a remarkable visual experience. “Ball of Wool” moved me very much. I see myself as the old woman, her story a metaphor for aspects of my life.

Thanks for the inclusion of the artist’s obit…fascinating review of the past 70 years in Russia and, by extension, the world.

yours, naomi…about to leave this coast for the other

Comment on Animating Fiber: “ball of wool”, a knitted fairy tale by Nano

Nano — Tue, 19 May 2009 03:54:11 +0000

Thanks so much for sharing this. It was delightful to watch, even though a sad ending.

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Tue, 19 May 2009 02:08:11 +0000

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Tue, 19 May 2009 02:08:08 +0000

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Comment on Why is this knit different from all other knits? by dfowensby

dfowensby — Sun, 17 May 2009 02:05:47 +0000

you are so special. my wife is the family “Matriarch” and cooks the meals for 4 generations: i congratulate the man that had the fortune to be married to a gem such as you!

Comment on Catching Up 3: autumn frenzy by Lisa

Lisa — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:32:57 +0000

Beautiful and creative both! Ya’asher koach for a lovely site.

How might I see some of your kippah patterns? I’m especially looking for basic, basic ones for my Knitzvah group, not necessarily in the round. I’ve designed one with unwrapped short rows, but am looking for more….

Thanks in advance for any advice….

Lisa.

Comment on Why is this knit different from all other knits? by Cheri

Cheri — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 19:07:51 +0000

I was wondering if you could send me patterns for knitted kippot, I am interested in both small-flat ones and “Frik-Style” kippot. I am looking to make gifts for family and I can’t find patterns not crocheted. You made amazing knitted seder items, I must say, my mom is a great cook and I still think those items looked better than many I will see.
Cheri

Cheri,
I’m so glad you enjoyed my knitted seder project.
I make kippot from the top down, to control size. I have patterns available for purchase for a variety of styles of knitted kippot: you’ll find them on my Etsy shop:
http://www.etsy.com (search for “tikkunknits”), or
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5324686&ga_search_query=tikkunknits&ga_search_type=seller_usernames.
Those patterns use a special stitch called “brioche” and different colors of yarn. If you are looking for a simple knitted kippah (knitted top down on double point needles), I just finished testing a pattern made with worsted weight yarn (wool or cotton will work). If you want to purchase a copy, I’ll post one in my Etsy shop. Just let me know if you are interested.
If you are looking for a simple Bukharan-style kippah, look at Pam Grossman’s Keppie pattern (I’ve used it many times). You’ll get a copy here: http://www.woolywonder.com/patternpages/keppie.pdf
Always knitting for peace,
Leslie (aka TikkunKnitter)

Comment on Why is this knit different from all other knits? by Jessica-Jean

Jessica-Jean — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 06:05:42 +0000

I’ve always known that matzoh packages are marked “kosher for passover”, but never quite grasped why I couldn’t buy them year-round at my local supermarket. I may not be Jewish, but I grew up in a largely Jewish neighborhood and matzoh was often used instead of fresh bread. It has the property of never really getting stale; great for when there was no cash for fresh bread.
Thank you very much for your lovely post.