Marie-Christine Mahe at Knitty has created this easy knitted faux fox stole, complete with sharp, beady eyes and limp, dangling paws. With just three balls of fuzzy yarn, some craft supplies and a little time, and you too can be a glamour-puss! Grrrr, baby…come just a little bit closer.

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Craft Bar with Etsy Labs at MOCFA SF returns! 2010 launches with an eco-savvy theme for the conscientious consumer. On Thursday, March 4th between 4pm to 8pm craftastic classes and schmoozing begins! One of our crafty Britex employees will teach folks how to crochet with recycled plastic bags, and there will also be guided knitting lessons. Sip locally-brewed refreshments, nibble on homemade baked goods, and visit the new exhibit Rhythm and Hues: Cloth and Culture of Mali for inspiration. All skill levels welcome: materials and instruction will be provided. 51 Yerba Buena Lane. SF 94103.

Nothing says “I love you” like a warm heart, and what could be better than a fuzzy, hand-knitted one! Kristin Ledgett of knitty.com made this soft little beating heart pattern for you to make in time to give to your sweetie for Valentine’s Day.

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To paraphrase Gertrude Stein in her poem Sacred Emily [pub. 1922]; “A sock is a sock is a sock.” Lion Brand yarn came up with this series of handy how-to videos so that even the most gimpy knitters (myself included!) can knit up cozy sock-a-roos in time for the chilly days of winter. I see this as an ideal way to use up rag-tags of yarn, so I end up both fugal and stylishly clown-ish.

Make these wacky hairy clawed booties for every baby and toddler in your life, then play chase the abominable baby….grrrrr! Directions from Crochet Me are for three sizes, Small (newborn – 3 months), Medium (6 – 12 months), Large (18 – 24 months).

Baby Slippers