j.erin knits

by turkey, sweet potatoes and all the usual Thanksgiving treats! I thought, for some crazy reason, that I would be able to finish this week's pattern and get it up while also cooking dinner with my mom. I was completely wrong. Dinner went off without a hitch but the pattern got neglected. Sorry all! I am going to finish up the pattern tonight, though. It should be up by tomorrow afternoon at the latest. It's still 'this week' so I have decided to cut myself some slack on this one. ;)

Happy Thanksgiving and good luck to those of you braving the crowds on black friday!

     I just wanted to write a quick post to thank you all for the positive feedback. It has been great to hear that you've been enjoying my patterns. I started this blog (and the free pattern series) in the hopes that this would happen but I am completely shocked, flabbergasted, dumbfounded and humbled. :) I never thought I would see my patterns worked up by other people. It is so fantastic!

     I hope that you all enjoy the rest of this free pattern series. In addition to that series continuing through December, I am going to be adding some posts about my favorite knitting accessories, yarns, and tools. I'm also working on a giveaway (or two) that I will be posting details about next week, so watch for that.

     Oh! One last thing. I finally created a twitter account. Follow me for sneak peeks of upcoming patterns, knitting tips and other randomness. ;)  

The Idea:    
     I may be absolutely crazy but I have decided to make a new j_erin knits design available every week through December. I am notorious for waiting until the last minute to finish gifts for my family and I have to believe that I am not the only one. I am always looking for things that can be knit up in weekend (or a few nights) so my focus is going to be on quick and easy knit gifts for the holidays.

The Specifics:
     I will be posting new patterns on this blog every Wednesday or Thursday, without fail! These patterns will also be added to the j_erin knits designer page on Ravelry. There will be patterns available for just about everything. I currently have plans for a few scarves & hats, leg warmers, a chunky blanket, and even a few toys.

Also:
     If things go well and people seem to enjoy my patterns then I will continue to post free knitting patterns weekly for a full year. That's 52 free patterns!! So if you like the patterns and want to see more then comment and let me know!

This week the pattern is a geometric chunky scarf that is yet to be named. It'll be up by Thursday evening at the latest.