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Bilbo Baggins

Say hello to the newest addition to the Sockses for Hobbitses Collection. Bilbo Baggins, though best known as an adventurer, was a hobbit who relished his comforts. He liked things cozy and organized. These socks are comfortable and orderly, just the way Bilbo likes things, but with a touch of adventure, to appeal to his …

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Edgar Gauntlets

Once upon a midnight dreary… These gauntlets would have been handy to Mr. Poe while he was writing on that dreary night. Perhaps, if his hands had been warmer, he wouldn’t have been so gloomy.  Edgar is a wrist warmer reminiscent of lavish Victorian style that will fill that space between arm and sleeve. Perfect …

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Belladonna Took

Belladonna Took, the mother of the famous hobbit Bilbo Baggins, tried ever-so-hard to be the straight-laced, respectable hobbit that she was expected to be, but her straight paths kept getting a little twisted by her sense of adventure. Just like the Belladonna Took who inspired it,  this sock is a straight-laced ribbing with just enough …

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Rincewind

The Running Away Shawl Rincewind, student of Unseen University in Ankh Morpork, is a Wizard of the highest order (if you count incompetence). His only real talent is escaping Death. When you are on the run from enemies, a shawl is a handy thing to have around. You can use it for warmth, shade, shelter, …

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Friday Freebie – Linen Stitch Washcloth

Linen stitch is a quick and simple stitch that doesn’t curl like stockinette stitch.  It  produces a relatively thin but durable fabric that has a woven appearance that looks good on both sides. Today, I would like to share a simple washcloth pattern with you. The pattern is easy enough for the beginning knitter who …

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