Preview Knitting Daily TV with Vickie Howell Episode 1206 – Creatures of Habit

Join new host of Knitting Daily TV Vickie Howell and learn to knit and crochet in 3D! Make stuffed creatures that are full of personality. First, Rebecca Danger shows that getting a great looking monster or toy depends on good finishing. Then, we’ll connect Space to Space with Allison Hoffman and learn why crafty is cool. Next is Tanis Gray with Tools of the Trade. Then learn about toys that transform with creature- creator Susan B Anderson. And Vickie has a last tip to wrap up the show.

How-To: On the first segment of the show, host Vickie Howell introduces author and designer Rebecca Danger, author of The Big Book of Knitted Monsters. Download the pattern for her Monster Chunks, featured in this episode. Sponsored by Martingale.

Space to Space: Travel virtually to the creative space of Allison Hoffman, the amigurumi guru behind CraftyIsCool.

How-To: Next, designer Susan B. Anderson, author of Topsy-Turvy Inside-Out Knit Toys, talks about using embroidery to create expressions on your finished creations. Download the pattern for her Egg to Turtle Toy to make one of your own!
Sponsored by Artisan Books.

Tools of the Trade: Learn about new and exciting products with Tanis Gray. On this episode Tanis talks about yarn from Biggan Design and stitch markers from A Needle Runs Through It.

Loose Ends: Vickie Howell wraps up this episode with a demonstration of how to sew your amigurumi pieces together. Sponsored by Yarnspirations.

Get the entire Series 1200 of Knitting Daily TV with Vickie Howell at Interweave.com

ABOUT THE SHOW: Knitting Daily TV with Vickie Howell is an exciting needle crafts how-to program on public television covering everything from knitting and crochet to stitching, felting, and spinning. The show guides viewers in learning to make fun yet smart one-of-a-kind designs using the latest products in yarn and fiber. Download free patterns, meet trendsetting knit and crochet designers, and improve or learn new skills and techniques.