Lois PetrenMay 28, 20213 minMonogamous KnittingI've always been a serially monogamous knitter (quite the mouthful - typing it isn't any easier). I don't know why the thought of this...
Lois PetrenFeb 24, 20212 minThe "Hi" in HiatusAs mentioned before, when the going gets tough, I turn to my knitting. It’s been no different these past few months.
Lois PetrenJun 25, 20204 minGratitudeThis is when we need to find something that will calm the soul and offer a tranquil port in an ongoing storm where one can pause, reclaim
Lois PetrenFeb 23, 20202 minThe Gift of YarnHas anyone ever given you yarn as a gift? It's such a treat when, during their travels, a friend or family member sees yarn that reminds the
Lois PetrenJan 28, 20203 minI'm in a Kaffe Fassett Frame of MindI've been spending a lot of time with an old friend lately, although he doesn't know that - or me! Thanks to the folks at Mason-Dixon Knitti
Lois PetrenNov 24, 20192 minPostcard from London (Part 2) and Stitches SoCalAs we head into Thanksgiving week, I want to express gratitude and thanks to all of you for being a part of this community. Wishing you a wo
Lois PetrenOct 15, 20191 minPostcard from LondonOne of my daughters is studying at UCL in London this semester. She is not a knitter, but does like to join groups and so, of course,...
Lois PetrenSep 15, 20192 minHoliday Crafting Kits for KidsAccording to my calendar, the holiday season is right around the corner - you know, the corner at the intersection of Labor Day and the day
Lois PetrenAug 22, 20192 minBack to School Knitting!Hello! I took the last couple of months off, and now with the imminent change of the seasons, there are a few things to discuss – so here...
Lois PetrenMar 17, 20192 minKnitting Without Tears? I Don't Think So ...Dear Mrs. Zimmerman: With all due respect and admiration, I wish to share a word with you about this idea of "knitting without tears"....
Lois PetrenFeb 4, 20192 minAre You Hooked on Knitting? Here are 19 Telltale SignsHow can you tell if you're hooked on knitting? You keep a project in your lap when you drive and knit at red lights Knit during...
Lois PetrenNov 13, 20182 minStitches SoCal 2018 - Musings of a Yarn Show NewbieStitches SoCal 2018 came to my town last week! Of course, I went to see what all the excitement was about. This was the inaugural event...
Lois PetrenOct 27, 20182 minLooking for Lulu in the Luxembourg GardenI just returned from a visit to Paris and, in spite of the jet lag, am happily reminiscing about all the fun and interesting things we...
Lois PetrenSep 27, 20183 minFive Tips for Taking Your Knitting on the RoadIf you’re like me, I bet your current knitting project is within easy reach most of the time. When it’s not available, I’m disappointed....
Lois PetrenJul 19, 20182 minHow a Lost Ball of Yarn Started a Book SeriesBecoming a children’s book author was never on my “bucket list”. I had a busy life – great husband and kids, busy career in IT as a...