Five Great Gift To Give Neat to Geek

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Tuesday is here and so too five unique and interesting gift ideas from some of my favorite shops on etsy.


From: Felix Greens

Sunglasses - Adventure Time - Handpainted Custom Wayfarers

Hand painted custom Wayfarer Sunglasses.

Hand painted with acrylic, and finished with satin acrylic varnish, there's no need to worry about the rain. They can be wiped clean with a clean damp cloth too.

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner

 

From: We Love Poppets

Grim Reader Poppet by Lisa Snellings

Poppet visits October. After all, October is a state of mind.

There she finds Grim Reading.

Grim comes with a tiny hand made scythe. Grim is about as October as a Poppet can be.

Grim Reading is cold cast marble, is about 2 inches tall and hand painted and signed by the artist.

Even scary Poppets are made with love. 

 

From: Epoch Creations

Nautical Tentacle Porthole Lamp

This unique nautical wall lamp is handmade and painted to order. Lifelike and life-sized, it will light up your room as well as spark a conversation.

The porthole latch serves as a light switch and the vintage 40 watt Edison bulb is included with the piece.

The standard light socket will work with any general purpose light bulb; however, a 40 watt bulb is recommended.

Each item is hand crafted and made to order. Please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery.

Lamp is approx. 18inH with bulb.

 

From: Squid Pro Quo Shop

Huge Giant Squid Plush/Body Pillow

**As seen on The Rachel Maddow Show!**

This enormous cutie is made just for you to adore, he is so soft and huggable you could even use him as a body pillow! He is the perfect addition to any nautical-themed playroom or nursery. You don't even have to be a kid to want to cuddle up to one of these, even adults find him irresistible to touch and play with! And, at 7 feet long, from the top of his fins to the tip of his two long arms, boy what a conversation piece he is!

This big buy can be made in just about any color combination. Just select your color preference before checkout! If there is a color combo you don't see simply select "custom color" and put it in the notes and I will be happy to accommodate you. Also, I always use a sucker side fabric with some sort of dot or circle pattern so the underside of the tentacles looks like suckers.

Your giant squid plush can be made with plain eyes, cute anime eyes as shown in the last photo of the pink squid, or with one giant eye in the front like the red squid in the fourth photo. At this time Etsy only allows for 2 drop down variations, so please list your eye style preference in the "Notes to Seller" area at checkout, thanks! If you do not list a preference I will give your squid the plain eye style.

Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for the making of your amazing giant squid plush as he is quite large and takes some time to complete. As always, my creations come from a smoke and pet odor free home.

Do not be alarmed at the seemingly small size of the shipping box! The bulk of these guys is mostly stuffing, so I curl them up into a 12"x12"x12" box to save you money on shipping!

 

From: Sincerely Louise

Faux Triceratops Knitting Kit - Make Your Own Prehistoric Pal - Taxidermy Dinosaur Trophy Head - Red

New to the Sincerely Louise kit range, this Jurassic creature will make a statement on any wall. The Triceratops features three horns and a frill. Knitted in beautiful mixed yarns, the piece is attached to the MDF backing which keeps it flat against the wall. The kit includes both written and chart patterns and a step by step photographic sewing up instructions.

Finished Size:
40cm x 36cm x 30cm

Your Prehistoric Pal Kit includes everything you need:
350g of Juniper Super Bulky Yarn
100g of Coriander Super Bulky Yarn
200g of Polyester Stuffing
20g bag of stuffing for the frill
9mm Straight Bamboo Knitting Needles
30mm Black Safety Toy Eyes with washers
A Sincerely Louise Laser Cut MDF Back (used to secure the head to the wall)
Fishing Wire for hanging your head
A hand stencilled and painted Hessian bag
A step by step pattern and photo sewing up booklet

This kit is aimed at intermediate knitters with stitches including:
Knit
Purl
Kfb
K2tog
SKP

All questions are welcome! 

 

 

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The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Featured Artist: Tipo's Creations Personalized Gifts

Hello there,

Today's Featured Artist is from the Etsy Team, Road To Success.  As Father's Day is right around the corner, I thought it would be nice to share some gifts / items aimed at Dad.  Tipo's Creations has wonderful masculine gifts, great for Dad, Brothers or Boyfriends.

Personalized Tie Clip w/ Cuff Links Monogram- Groomsmen- Gifts for Men- Fathers Day- Birthday- Groom (cut-15s)

This handsome cuff link tie clip set is a great gift for Groomsmen, Best Man Gifts, Fathers day, Groom, Birthdays, Christmas or any special occasion. The personalized monogram creates a very special touch that can be treasured and worn to show off.

The tie clip is silver tone with polished and brushed finish, the cuff links have a brushed finish.

Please include Initials to be engraved in the Notes to Seller box during checkout.

Tie clip measures: 1/4" x 2 1/2".
Cuff links measures: 3/8" x 1/2"

 

 

Men's Leather Bracelet with Sterling Silver Clasp - Mens Jewelry

 

This mens leather bracelet, made of real leather with sterling silver clasp, is a stylish men's bracelet.

This bracelet is made with only the highest quality materials available and will look great on any one who wears.

When ordering, Please include desired color and circumference of wrist in the Notes to seller box during checkout.

Personalized Wine Barrel Wine Set, Cork Screw, Wine Pour, Bottle Stopper, Bar Ware, House Warming Gift, Kitchen

 This 5 piece Wine Barrel Wine Set comes complete with a pour spout, foil cutter bottle stopper and corkscrew. The wine barrel measures 3 1/2" X 5 1/4". Perfect house warming gift for bar ware or kitchen.

Engraving is FREE and your choice of any Microsoft Office fonts can be used.

Please let me know your text to be engraved in the Notes box during checkout. 

 

 

Leather Money Clip and Card Holder - Wallet - Personalized -Groomsmen Gifts - Best Man- Wedding - Corporate Gifts -(210)

This personalized engraved money clip is constructed of top-grain leather and stainless steel will keep a tight hold on your cash and credit cards. Wallet available in Classic Black, Chestnut Brown, Sporty Red and Charcoal Gray. The card holder at top can hold 4 credit cards.
An excellent gift for any occasion including: Birthday, Christmas, Groomsmen gifts and Corporate gifts.

Please include desired color and initials in the Notes to Seller box during checkout.

 

 

Personalized Manicure Set, Gifts for Men, Gifts for Women, Groomsmen, Traveling, Corporate, Fathers day, Mothers Day, Bridesmaid Gift GFT232

Personalized Manicure Set, Gifts for Men, Groomsmen, Groomsman, Gifts for Women, Fathers day, Mothers Day, Bridesmaid Gift, Corporate Gift, Traveling Gift.

This listing is for a 7 piece manicure set that includes the leatherette case and engraving. The case measures 4 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 7/8".

Can be engraved with text, logo's, monograms or design of your choice for no added cost.

Please leave engraving instructions in the Notes box during checkout.

 

 

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New Shop Items: Mens Collection

Good Morning,

Today's blog is brief, I would like to share a couple of new items currently in the shop.  They may be made to desired length.

These pieces are hand crafted from Copper, Jeweler's Brass, and Aluminum, Bright and Anodized.  We are working on listing more, and are always available for custom requests.  Broader and more substantial, they do not look delicate on the wrist. 

Currently available on The CraftStar

From:  The Alchemists Vessel 
 

Copper Edge Chain Maille Bracelet

This stunning bracelet is simple, strong, sturdy, stylish and sexy.  Perfect for him, wide enough to not look delicate around the wrist, with just the right shine to draw the eye.

This bracelet is for those with stamina.  Weighing almost 2 ounces (1.879 oz.) of solid copper and jeweler's brass, not for the feint of heart.

Makes a fabulous Fantasy Film or Event attire accessory, Cos-Play, SCA, LARP, Role Playing or other Costume needs.

Bracelet measures 8" including the hammered copper look toggle clasp.  16g copper rings are woven in the European 4-in-1 pattern, and edged with gorgeous jeweler's brass rings, that make a lovely alternative to 14Kt Gold.

Arabian Knights Chain Maille Bracelet Jewelers Brass Bright Aluminum Jewelry

This stunning piece is part of our collection of jewelry for him.  Strong, study, supple, sleek, and sexy, this piece will take you from the office to date night to that casual weekend get away.

Substantial, yet subtle the bracelet will go with everything in your wardrobe and add a polished touch to any suit or your favorite jeans and t-shirt ensemble.

Perfect for Vikings, Medieval Costumes, Fantasy Film or Event attire accessories, Cos-play, LARP, SCA, or other Role-Playing costume needs.

16g Jeweler's Brass and Bright Aluminum have been woven in one of our most popular patterns, Half Persian 4-in-1, and metal tone combination Gold and Silver.  Jeweler's Brass makes an excellent alternative to 12Kt or 14Kt Gold. Aluminum is light weight, bright, silver and shiny.  Finished with a base metal simple toggle clasp.

This piece may be made on a smaller scale for her as well, or see our selection of ready to wear items in the shop.

Also a available in Brass and Black, Brass and Blue or Brass and Red, perfect for San Francisco 49er fans.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Five Great Gifts To Give: Manly Men Edition

Good Morning,

Today's gift ideas are for him.  Men are difficult to shop for, I agree.  The old Soap-on-a-Rope only goes so far.  Today's items are from five unique shops on Etsy.


From: Felix Street Studio

Groomsman Set - Leather Toiletry Bag with Monogram - Discounted Listing for Multiple Bags - wedding gift groomsmen groomsman groom

This listing is for discounted sets of multiple leather bags. Discounts are applied for orders of 3 or more. If you want to order just 1 or 2 bags, shipping will be cheaper if ordered from this listing: http://etsy.me/1ONrLrd

Our leather bags will hold up to a lifetime of use. They are made with high quality, durable leather and constructed to our rigorous quality standards to provide you with a beautiful, sturdy, reliable bag.

Handcrafted using high quality, vegetable tanned, full grain leather.

Embroidered initials are included in the price of all of our bags - up to 5 initials per bag, letters only. Please specify in "note to seller" when you place your order. Because we embroider all letters the same size, the proper formatting for initials is First, Middle, Last. We will embroider the initials in the order they are provided. If you would like your bag left blank, please let us know.

- Measures 8.5" wide, 3.5" tall, 4" deep
- Fully lined in a water resistant nylon pack cloth
- All seams are fully enclosed
- Heavy duty YKK brass zipper closure and zipper pull

Please check Shipping & Policies tab for lead times and shipping costs.  

 

From: Tipos Creations

Black Pocket Watch - Personalized- Engraved - Groomsman Gifts - Gifts for Men- Wedding- Birthday- Anniversary (938)

The personalized pocket watch. Excellent gifts for groomsmen, best man or gifts for men. Engraved Midnight black pocket watch is classic with a modern twist, featuring an attractive black finish and matching black face adorned with white Roman numerals. Secured with a sturdy matching chain, the watch features Quartz Movement. Measures 1 1/2" in diameter and includes a 14" removable chain.

Great groomsmen gifts, executive, and all around personalized gifts for men.

Please include desired text to be engraved in the Notes to Seller box during checkout.

A message can be added to the back for just $10.00 more. Please add to your cart https://www.etsy.com/listing/98391215/added-customized-message-1000?ref=shop_home_active Then include your message in the notes to seller box.

 

From: Cove Calligraphy

Personalised Drumsticks, fathers day, husband gift for him, brother, drummer, boyfriend, musician gift, drum sticks (DS01)

This pair of wooden drumsticks can be hand pyrographed (wood-burning) with a message of your choice. Perfect as a gift for a keen drummer, Dad's birthday present, child's gift etc.

These drumsticks are made by Chord and they are made from maple with wooden tips.

**HOW TO ORDER**
Please type your choice of message into the box "Note to Cove Calligraphy" which appears when you add this item to your cart. Please check your spelling and punctuation carefully as we will burn it exactly as you type it!
Please type your message as follows:
DRUMSTICK ONE: (type your message, max 10 WORDS)
DRUMSTICK TWO: (type your message, max 10 WORDS)

We will use a hand-designed calligraphic script style of font as shown in the photographs.

 

From: Dope On A Rope Soap

Trout Soap on a Rope - Peppermint Eucalyptus Hemp Oil Soap - Fly Fishing - Easter - Birthday Gifts - Gifts for Him - Fish Soap

Our Trout Soap on a Rope is the "Catch of the day!" Great for kids and adults of all ages! Infused with a nice addition of moisturizing hemp seed oil, as well as invigorating Peppermint and Eucalyptus essential oils. We have also added ground mocha for the Trout's speckles. Have we mentioned how AMAZING this soap smells? If the scent and "happy skin" qualities don't entice you enough, all of our soaps "hang" with a hemp rope ~ perfect for keeping your soap from getting icky or melting in a soap dish. Each soap is handmade in the mountains of Colorado and the beaches of Southwest Florida by us, Jason and Jenny! Choose more colors from the drop down box.

*This soap is created with Coconut, Sustainable Palm, Safflower, and Hemp Seed Oils*
*Lathers wonderfully and moisturizing*
*Makes an UNFORGETTABLE gift - hang in your nature-themed bathrooms as a decorative aromatic!*
*You will receive one soap labeled & vacuum sealed to remain fresh for up to a year*
*Soap weighs approximately 4 ounces and is 8 inches long, flat on one side*
*Need a larger quantity for weddings or parties? Just message me & I will provide you with a quote. We have many colors available & can personalize your Trout Soap labels for FREE for large orders... Wholesale pricing available*

 

From: Greta Oto Design

40% OFF SALE Docking station,gift him,charging station, iphone dock, iphone stand, cell phone stand, desk organizer, android docking station

This docking station is compatible with all cell phones including iPhone 6 plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5, iPhone 4, e all Android phones, moreover it's compatible with iPad and all kinds of tablet.

The Item shown is as WALNUT color

8 different colors are available for this item:

- Cherry
- Mahogany
- Neutral ( Beech )
- Ebony
- Teak
- Rosewood
- Walnut
-Slate grey

This docking station is a great solution to keep all your daily items organized and easy to find. It was designed to keep your smartphone, your tablet, keys, watch, glasses, wallet, everything is organized in a series of spaces specifically designed.

 

 

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Five Great Gifts For Giving Men's Edition

Good Morning,

Today we have five truly unique and individual items for the men on your list.  All items are from the talented artists on The Craft Star.  Masculine, sturdy, strong and handmade designs make for wonderful and unexpected gifts thus holiday.

From: Neolithia

Stone Alien pendant necklace hand carved from Dracocite natural healing stone

This is "Bug Eyes", both beautiful and natural stone wearble art, hand carved from two different pieces of Dracocite. The translucent green hand carved beady eyes are strung on natural hemp cord that holds them in the ET's head. The adjustable closure beads are also hand carved from Dracocite, eliminating the use of metal. Wear this rare healing stone and feel its power. This is truly a piece of fantasy pulled from the mind of the Beastmaster and is also signed.

Dimensions: 1 9/16" W x 1 1/4" H x 3/8" Thick

The artist holds a BS in geology and presents this unique personal sculpture not only as "green" but as a statement against ecodamage.  It was made from scrap from a 1901 ornamental stone cutting operation and if allowed, will slowly degrade by sequestration of CO2, the only natural stone to alter in this manner.  Minimal care will prevent this alteration, however.

By request and for a nominal fee, I will write the "life" story of this particular piece of stone, illustrating the "living" nature of this stone's amazing genesis, beginning over 300 million years ago before multicellular life was known to exist on Earth.


From: Metal Ivy Jewelry Designs 

Deer Pendant Necklace, Brass Metal, Rhinestones and Chain

Gorgeous brass deer pendant necklace attached to a matte brass chain. Deer has clear stones to add sparkle and shine. The necklace measures 22.5" and has a 3" extender. Deer pendant measures 1" wide by 1 3/4" long. A great necklace that will complete your holiday look.


From: Rustic Craft
  
Custom Art Gift- Personalized City / State Art - Rustic Wood Custom Sign

Custom Art Gift- Personalized City / State Art - Rustic Wood Custom Sign 
These unique custom designed art blocks feature your desired state outline, with the desired city along the left, and a heart locating the city within the state. These live edge wood blocks are hand engraved and then hand painted with eco-friendly, soy-based acrylic paints and finished in our original beeswax blend wood conditioning paste.

This wood art piece will be cut from our stock of hardwoods which may include:
- Black Cherry
- Maple
- Butternut
- Black Walnut
- Black Locust

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Sign options
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- This item can be made from 2" thick stock or 1" thick stock (approx. thicknesses)

- If you have a preference of wood species let us know

- Choose your desired city & state (or country) & if you have a color preference.

Your wood pyrography engraving will be artfully completed by hand, not by a machine...any slight imperfections should be viewed as part of the beauty of handmade art =)

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Finishing and Care
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This wood sign / ornament will be finished with our own original blend of beeswax+oil.

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Gift Wrapping
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All our signs are lovingly wrapped in burlap & tied with raffia ribbon perfect for giving as a special gift. We can also direct ship to your giftee; add the recipient’s address to the receipt upon purchase, or conversation me to send your information. A gift card with desired message can also be included for no additional fee.


From: Iris X Readings, Lotions and Other Potions

Lavender Mint Lotion 2 oz.

 
This is a wonderful, light cream to be used on your skin during the day.  This lotion is made with all natural, organic ingredients that are good for your skin.  It is made in very small batches to ensure high quality and consistency.


From: Jerks Corner
 

I Want To Ride T-shirt

Get Your Swag On
I Want To Ride It Where I Like T-Shirt
This fun Graphic T-Shirt is available in many sizes and colors. You can choose your favorite during the checkout process. 
Includes Think High , Live Simple graphic on the bottom of the t-shirt. 
Get your swag on with Jerks Corner! Hosted by Kirk Sherrod , Jerks Corner is a weekly Hangout On Air Series by bike experts for bike experts. Each show provides information on keeping your bike in tip top shape with "Answers from Adrian" , entertaining interviews with special guests and you can ask your questions live , via the "Bat Phone". Join Kirk and his cast of characters every Monday at 1 pm MST/ 3 pm EST.Find programming updates on Google Plus +Jerks Bike Shop
  

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Five Great Gifts To Give List 36

Good Morning,

Today as usual we have five unique or interesting items to share with you from around the web and sometimes Little Shop of Artists.

Featured today is The Alchemists Vessel Chainmaille items.  Many of these items are customizable in a favorite color, size, material or other specifics such as length to fit or matching gift sets.

Precious Time - Chainmaille and Czech Glass Bead Watch

$55.00





Time is precious. This pretty time piece will sure make you're not wasting yours! Pink and pretty, feminine and fabulous. Great for a pop of color at the office, a lovely piece for Date Night, or that casual outfit. Adorned with a Swarovski Crystal Heart and matching Czech glass beads silver-lined in a bright pink!

8-1/2" Silver-plated wire is hand spun, cut, beaded and linked in the Full Persian Chainmaille weave, accented with Czech Glass beads and a Swarovski Crystal Heart charm. Stainless Steel watch face has a nice pattern and the numbers are clear and easy to read.

Available in Red, Pink, Purple and Crystal Silver-lined (clear) beads. All watches for this style have the same face design.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving. 
 

Guinevere Chainmaille Genuine Jasper Necklace  $40.00

 

 This gorgeous necklace holds a surprise, genuine Green Australian Jasper is secreted along the length of chain and tucked into the focal point of the necklace for a unique and interesting piece. Silver rings have also been tucked here and there inside the chain to add shine and stability to the piece, strong and sturdy, bold and beautiful. Appropriate for Professional attire or Date Night. This piece is fabulous when worn with a simple outfit or tailored suit.

18-1/2" total length including clasp. Silver-plated jump rings are woven in Round and Inverted Round Maille patterns, genuine Green Australian Jasper gemstone beads float through out the length of chain. Finished with a magnetic locking clasp for a secure fit.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

*Customizable, may be made to desired length.

Free Shipping on this item. 

 

Earrings Celtic Star Mini Chainmaille and Glass Beads  $15.00

 

 These down-sized Chainmaille earrings make a great addition to any jewelry box. This pattern is one of my favorites, lacy, feminine and very pretty. Silver-plated with a single silver-lined Czech Glass bead in Emerald that drops from a point of the star for a lovely accent.

3/4" wide, Silver plated wire has been hand-spun, cut, beaded and linked in a Celtic Star pattern. A single silver-lined Czech Glass bead in Emerald hangs from the bottom point of the star as an accent. Hypo-allergenic silver tone ear wires finish the pair.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Customizable in your favorite metal or bead color. Please contact us for that special pair.

*Precious Metals are available upon customer request.

Mystery Chainmaille Bracelets Set of Four  $96.00

 
 
These fabulous bracelets come in a set of four (4). They are dark, dreamy, striking, yet subtle, just right to match your mood, attire or lipstick. A collection of pretty ribbons for the wrist, these are an excellent choice for the tailored grey Professional suit, a sleek and sensuous bauble for Date Night, a surprise under the black lights at the club, or a cool element to go with your favorite pair of jeans and t-shirt on that weekend get away. Terrific for Rocker, Biker, Goth, and Metal fashions, a superior accessory for velvet or leather. Would make a unique ensemble for Film, Stage or Event attire or costuming. The mystery, how do the rings just float there like that?

Each bracelet measures 8-1/4" to 8-1/2" long, including clasp. Gunmetal tone (over copper) and enameled aluminum jump rings in Teal, Purple, Olive Green, and Red, are woven in the Inverted Round Maille pattern and finished with a strong magnetic clasp that holds well during everyday activities and movements.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

This item is not customizable.

Items are 20% Off the individual sale price. Bracelets are also available individually.

Free Shipping this item.

Also available in silver-plated outer rings.

Ask us about Wholesale and multi-item order discounts. 

Shining Armour Silver Plated Chainmaille Half-Persain 4-in-1 Necklace  **SALE $40.00

*THIS ITEM ON SALE

The gallant knight! What do we think of when we play Princess as little girls? Knights in Shining Armour, of course! Your knight will look fierce and foreboding wearing this simple and shiny piece of chainmaille. Yes, it is Armour. 18" total length and just right for any Knight out on the village! Perfect for Costumes or SCA attendees. Appropriate for women as well. Heavy duty, strong and supple.

Scaled down to jewelry size this necklace is woven in the Half-Persian 4-in-1 Chainmaille weave. Silver Plated jump rings and matching Lobster Claw clasp complete the chain.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

Customizable and Sizable this necklace maybe made to desired length and with the metal of your choice, including Gold Tone, Nickel, Sterling Silver Plated, Antiqued Copper or Bronze, Jeweler's Bronze (aka Merlin's Gold) or Precious Metal.  


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KAL with Alix - Camouflage Scarf Finishing

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This morning it is raining here, what a great day to sit inside and knit.

If you have been following along you should have your last ball of yarn knit up and stitches on the needle with about 2' long tail (end length of yarn).  Now what?  time to bind off those live stitches on the needle.

This is a simple Bind off that keeps your work from unraveling.

Knit the first two stitches, slide the tip of the left needle into the first stitch and pass / slip the first stitch up and over the second stitch. 

There is one stitch left of the needle.  Knit the next stitch.  Pass / slip the first stitch on the needle over the stitch you just knit.  Continue until you have reached the last stitch.

When the last stitch is on the needle, you may wrap the loose yarn around the needle, slip the last stitch over the loop and pull the remaining yarn through the last stitch tightening it.  When you are done, it should look something like the illustration below.  You may also thread the remaining yarn through the stitch with a tapestry needle as well.

 Whew!  Your done!  Almost.  At this point your scarf should have about 64 triangles and measure about 72" long.

Finishing:

There are ends that weren't long enough to complete a row hanging on one side of the scarf.  With a tapestry needle weave them into the scarf.  Or some people split the yarn and tie it is a knot along the edge of the scarf.  I don't recommended doing it that way, but choose the method that works for you.

Now that all the loose ends have been taken care of, it is time to wash and block your scarf if you desire.

I hand washed mine, and using household towels on a sunny day I spread and pinned my scarf at the edges to lie flat and allowed it dry on my back deck.

Once it is dry it is ready to wear.

 

I have put this one up for sale in the shop.  $30.00 Hand-Knit Acrylic Scarf, Machine Washable, Cozy and Comfortable.

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*Illustrations used were taken from random web search images.

KAL with Alix - Camouflage Scarf Session 2

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Today we continue our Knit-A-Long Short Row Scarf with Alixandra Browning of The Alchemists Vessel and current Independent Contractor at Little Shop of Artists.

If you have been following along you should be finished with the first ball of yarn by now.  If you are just joining us, do not fear, you may find the Free Pattern instructions and materials and notions at KAL with Alix Camouflage Scarf from Wednesday, September 4, 2013, of this blog.

After completing the first ball, I have a total of 19 triangles, yours may vary.  My scarf measures 21-1/2" long, again yours may vary.

Today we have photo demonstrations of how to wrap and pick up a wrapped stitch.

Adding the second ball.  This is simple.  Drop the last of the yarn from the first ball when it finished.   Continue knitting the pattern with the new ball from the beginning of the row.  

To Pick Up a Wrapped Stitch


As before knit to the correct number of stitches noted in the pattern and slip the next stitch.

The horizontal bar beneath the stitch and even with the needle is what you want to "pick up" with your LEFT hand needle.

The bar has been picked up and you are ready to slide your needle into the stitch in the RIGHT hand needle.

Knit the stitch.

The completed stitch.

What happened:  When a row of knitting is incomplete and worked in other / opposite direction, it will leave a hole in the next row knit to the end or over the skipped stitches.  Wrapping and Picking Up the Wrapped stitch fills the hole in the work.

How To Wrap A Stitch

As before knit to correct number of stitches.

Slip the next stitch to the right hand needle without knitting it.

 

Bring the yarn from the back of the work to the front of the work.

Slip the stitch back to the Left hand needle

And bring the yarn to the back of the work

You have made a horizontal bar at the bottom of the stitch.  The stitch is now wrapped.

Turn your work around, so it faces the opposite direction.

Slip the first stitch on the left hand needle to the right hand needle.

Purl the next stitch and to the end of the row.

Here you can see the detail of the short row triangles, as you knit back and forth,  both sides will look the same, a stockinette stitch and a garter stitch triangle will appear alternately along the length of material.

Once you have finished your second ball of yarn you should have approximately 42 Triangles and your scarf should measure about 47" long.

My scarf (due to yarn shortage of the first ball) currently consists of 40 triangles and is 45-1/4" long and 6-1/2"wide.  Your measurements may vary.

NOTE:  I chose this particular pattern with this yarn due to Ombre Yarn's tendency to "pool" or to knit / work up with the color changes seeming to match.  This is apparent here, as I wanted it to do this very color pooling, you can see in the green and black heavier / concentrated areas of color throughout the scarf. 

Thank you for knitting along or just having a look

We are always happy and available to answer questions or assist knitters with the pattern

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