Spring Everywhere!
I’ve spent a lot of time improving my vector art lately. Not what I’m supposed to be doing but rather fun!
Month: May 2014
Knit Apps: Kuler App for Knit Picking
Yes, this post is called Kuler App for Knit Picking; not Cooler App or Colour App. Kuler is an Adobe app. If you already work with Photoshop or Illustrator, you may know it. The Adobe Kuler app for your phone (or Adobe Kuler for your computer) are fantastic ways to get a colour palette out of an image. The phone… Continue reading Knit Apps: Kuler App for Knit Picking
Bird Stealing Cherries
Cherry watchers fire guns in the air, to stop birds stealing the fruit, in Kent. I love cherries and was dreaming of them yesterday while scoffing cherry tomatoes. Not the same thing, is it?
Apps for Knit Design
When I’m teaching Fair Isle knitting, I get asked a lot about the best way to choose colours. I have a lot to say on this subject. But, first and foremost I believe Play is essential!
Knit Embroidery: Mittens
My big knitting project at the moment is writing a book about highly-decorated fingerless mitts and mittens. These are my favourite things to knit and give as gifts. They are quick, easily adapted to suit the recipient, fun to pick colours for, and fun to make. I always hear from the receiver how much… Continue reading Knit Embroidery: Mittens
Welcome to Jujuland: new website
Welcome to my new website I wrote “Juju Loves Polkadots”… and I still do, love Polka Dots that is… I love all pattern! I have written many books on different craft techniques but I have returned to my first loves; drawing, painting and knitting. My blog will chronicle my adventures in those waters. In 2013, I… Continue reading Welcome to Jujuland: new website