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A Guide to KALs/CALs

- Zontee
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How do I join the crochet-along (CAL) or knit-along (KAL)?
Just download the pattern, pick up your supplies either at your local store or on our website, and start knitting! No need to sign up or anything. Just read the posts and share your thoughts with other participants.

How often will you update?
Generally, we will post once a week, but you can crochet or knit at your own pace! The posts will STAY on the blog, so you can always come back.

How do I share my thoughts or questions?
As you’re working, share your questions with other crafters by adding a comment (click on the “comments” button at the bottom of each post), and if you have an answer for someone else, a suggestion, or just an anecdote, share it with us, too! If you’re responding to someone else’s comment, it’s helpful to include their name and/or comment number, so we know what you’re referring to.

Please read others’ comments! Someone might have already asked/answered the question you have, or maybe you can answer someone else’s question. It’s all about helping each other!

And of course, before you comment, please read our Rules of Engagement — the blog is a safe, positive space for yarncrafters to share their thoughts. Please help us keep it that way.

How do I share photos of my progress?
If you have a blog or an account on a photo service, feel free to store your pictures there and just include a link to your photos in a comment. If you are a Flickr user, tag your photos “lion brand” and the name of the pattern, then join the Flickr pool! Flickr has a great explanation of how to add your photo to a photo pool. (Note: all links appear in orange on the Lion Brand Notebook, so if something is orange, you can click on it!)

You can also use the built-in photo tool in the comment box. Just click on the + (plus) symbol and upload a photo from your computer. Please note that if the image file is very large, it may not upload.

Can I invite my crocheting or knitting group to join?
Absolutely! CALs and KALs are all about building community. Feel free to invite your friends. If you have a blog, save the CAL/KAL badge we will provide (Right-click the badge and “Save image as” to save it to your computer — Ctrl+click and “Save image as” on Macs) and add it to your blog, so that your friends can see it, too.

What’s the most important part of the CAL/KAL experience?
For some people, the projects will be relatively easy, and we hope that they share their expertise. For others, it’s about the challenge and pushing through the difficult parts for a really wonderful end result. But in the end, it’s important to remember to just have fun, learn, and make new friends! CALs/KALs are all about pushing your boundaries, trusting in yourself and the community, and having a good time.

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  • This will be my first joining the knit along. I have recently gotten back into knitting and crocheting and am having a blast! Thanks so much for doing this! I look forward to participating!
    Connie

    Zontee says: Hi Connie, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the appropriate page, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • This will be my first knit-along. I’ve been knitting for 40 years and it is a real passion for me. I like to knit things for my grandsons as well as to sell at craft fairs. A couple of years ago, I did hats for a shop in NYC. I have been a test knitter for my LYS and am currently doing the same for a shop in NC.

    Zontee says: Hi Rose, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the appropriate page, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I have been in many KALs and CALs on Ravelry and love them all…great fun! This shrug looks wonderful and the designs in the book are lovely, it is great to see patterns beyond the basics and feminine.

    Zontee says: Hi Kathy, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the appropriate page, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • OK here goes… I’m trying for the first time…

    Zontee says: Hi Ruth, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I’m not too keen on the shrug but I’ve been knitting for 60 years and enjoy new challenges. The KAL sounds like fun! Am I allowed to sell the shrug when I finish it?

    Zontee says: Hi Peg, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments. While you can sell items made from Lion Brand patterns, since this pattern is from the book Glam Knits which is copyrighted differently, I believe that you are not able to sell this item.

  • I love the shrug, and I hope to make a few for Christmas gifts for my sister and nieces. It looks like a fun project for my first KAL!!!

    Zontee says: Hi Anna, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Like others, this is my first knit-a-long. I was tempted by the pattern and the yarn. I’m looking forward to the experience.

    Zontee says: Hi Kathryn, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I’m excited! This should be an awesome under-taking! Different colors, different creative spirits and so much inspiration!

    Zontee says: Hi SandiKay, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Okay, I’m going to give it a try. I took a long break from knitting but am trying to get back into it. I did a really simple blanket, got the pattern off this site, for my parents for Christmas and they LOVED it! I’m working on a cable blanket for my daughter, again, pattern off this site (there are so many great ones!), but I think I need to take a break and make something for me! I’m excited to pick out yarn this weekend, and expect to see me posting lots of questions, I know I’ll have them!

    Zontee says: Hi Stacy, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I am looking forward to trying this. I am known as the slowest knitter in my group. I also have a 7 month old who is starting to get into everything. We shall see. I am looking forward to downloading the pattern.

    Zontee says: Hi Samantha, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • this knit along looks very interesting..
    I have been looking for just this type of project !
    Lisa

    Zontee says: Hi Lisa, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I’ve been wanting to knit a shrug. This is a good “push” to go ahead and do it.

    Zontee says: Hi Mep, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I love the pattern! With 2 jobs, I still haven’t completed the cal yet, but this is too cute to pass up!
    Amm

    Zontee says: Hi Ann Marie, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I am excited. I have been looking at the KAL’s and have never tried one. So it is time–here goes. Can’t wait to start!!!!

    Zontee says: Hi Jane, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • this is my first kal. i am excited. when i saw this my first thoughts were wow this will look great on my daughter! i cannot wait to get started.

    Zontee says: Hi Karen, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • My daughter is pregnant with her second child – due in December. This shrug will be a perfect warmer for her to wear through the later part of her pregnancy! I’m a beginning knitter and looking forward to the challenge.

    Zontee says: Hi Marilee, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Am lookng forward to my first KAL. Am quite a slow knitter, and usually do smaller projects for my grandchildren, but this would be ideal for one of the six daughters. Got my fingers (nd needles) crossed.

    Zontee says: Hi Margaret, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • This also my first KAL. I am an advanced beginner and looking for a challenge. I think this will be it!

    Zontee says: Hi Wanda, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • shrugs are so versatile! i’ve wanted to knit a sweater for a long time, but never get the chance to finish. I am looking forward to hearing from other knitters and hope that will keep me motivated.
    It will be my first KAL.

    Zontee says: Hi Lyn, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • It is so exciting to find a pattern that has texture and shaped to fit a woman’s body. I love the shaping at the waist and the shoulder emphasis. The book must be a good one to keep in my library.

    Zontee says: Hi Mari, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Love the shrug, love the challenge, I’m sure I’ll love the result!
    Looking forward to casting on and joining in the KAL.

    Zontee says: Hi Sandy, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Looks interesting. Haven’t ever joined a KAl and am just about to go on a holiday but i will keep looking at future projects. Have been knitting for about 50 years and love trying new things.

    Zontee says: Hi Donna, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • This is my first knit-along, also. I learned to knit a number of years ago and took a break until about a year ago. This sounds like great fun and I am looking forward to making the shrug. Let the games begin.

    Barb

    Zontee says: Hi Barb, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • This is my first KAL. Have been looking to try a shrug pattern but couldn’t find a pattern I’ve liked. Just printed this one out and I think I can do this. Was wondering if I could substitute the yarn? I might not be able to find this yarn in my local store – haven’t seen it there the last time I was there anyways. Anyone else substituting yarns?

    Zontee says: Hi Bobbi Jo, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

    Yes, you can substitute yarns. Wool-Ease (easy-care), Cotton-Ease (good for warm weather), and Vanna’s Choice (very affordable) are all good alternatives for this project. LB Collection Organic Wool (and the rest of the LB Collection) are ONLY available through LionBrand.com, our catalog, and our store in New York City.

  • I’m looking forward to knit this as a christmas gift for my best friend Tina. She’s started back to work and is looking for sweaters that are not combersome. plus it’ll be one gift off my list! can’t wait to get started

    Zontee says: Hi Debbie, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I am in the UK so may not be able to find the recommended yarn but I will be giving this a go because I LOVE shrugs! They are so easy to wear and this one is beautifully detailed.
    This is my first KAL but I am looking forward to the feedback from other knitters.

    Zontee says: Hi Kim, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

    LB Collection Organic Wool (and the other LB Collection yarns) are ONLY available through LionBrand.com, our catalog, and our store in New York City, but if you would like to use a Lion Brand yarn, please visit the Banyan Tree Yarns website, our distributor in the UK.

  • This looks like a great knit, I’m going to join! I currently finished a project on Ravelry Anthropologie KAL and found it fun (and informative) to knit along with others. As I’m a beginner it helps to have advice when I get to a tricky part in the pattern.

    Zontee says: Hi Stef, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Love the pattern – and I just bought some delicious hand painted cashmere on sale when my favorite LYS went out of business. This project would be perfect. I am also a newcomer to KALs, so am looking forward to a new experience.

    Zontee says: Hi Kathlyn, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I have knitted off and on for about 2 years. I am probabaly considered beginning intermediate. I love the shrug and am going to attempt with all your experienced help. I have not participated in KAL before, but have just finished a project with CAL.

    Zontee says: Hi Robyn, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I want to to do KAL circle shrug that starts this week. I am somewhat of a beginner. How do I find 40″ circular needle? I only see 29″ on Lionbrand website.

    Zontee says: Hi Dani, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

    Many websites carry 40″ circular needles, such as JoAnn.com.

  • Hi. This is also my first KAL. I finished crocheting a cute floppy-eared puppy for my 1 year old grand-daughter today. This looks like a good next project. I knit and crochet and sew. How do I access the project instructions?

    Zontee says: Hi Jean, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

    To access the pattern, simply click on “download the pattern” in the article linked above, or go to LionBrand.com and search for “Textured Circle Shrug.

  • I have not knitted for a long time. but i love this pattern and will give it a try.Thanks to Beth for the great instruction on how to make a guage

    Zontee says: Hi Ruby, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • I have never joined the kal before and would like to. I see all the comments from other knitters but do not know which pattern they are talking about.

    Thanks!

  • I’ve been knitting and crocheting since I was 6 and fell I got the best of both worlds. My mom had to have a pattern and taught me how to read one and my grandmother couldn’t or wouldn’t read one, but hand her a finished item and she could duplicate it. I learned how to create both ways. I also worked for nearly 15 years for a local designer who designed and sold hand knitted and crocheted jackets. She later branched out into hand finishing hand woven machine knits. Knitting is my hobby and my therapy.

    Zontee says: Hi Beverly, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Hi,
    I would like to do the shrug. I am a beginning knitter of about 40 years. I knitted one cable stitch extra king size afghan for my brothers wedding about 35 years ago and thats about it. So I would like to do more.

    Zontee says: Hi Doreen, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Hi Everyone!
    This is the very first KAL group I’ve joined. The shrug is a beauty. I love the fact that it is form fitting. I’ve been knitting off and on for about 40 years, but have been knitting regularly for the grandkids the last few years. I rarely make anything for me, so this is it! I just hope I can keep to gauge and it fits properly.
    Like Kristine, I am not sure what pattern the conversations are about sometimes, but hopefully we are all talking about the circle shrug this time. Good luck everyone. I look forward to reading your comments as we travel through our project together.

    Zontee says: Hi Jeannette, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • This is the first KAL group for me. I’ve always enjoyed knitting, but have mainly stuck with blankets, scarves, hats, etc. I’m looking forward to trying something new and challenging.

    Zontee says: Hi Lily, thanks for your comment. Please leave comments on the page which you’re referring to, in this case on the Textured Circle Shrug Knit-Along article (orange text is clickable). This makes it easier for others to read your comments.

  • Hi, I am a beginning knitter of 5 months and I knitted a hooded cable scarf . It really challenged me but I learned a lot of stictches in the process. I am going to give it a go. It is so beautiful.

  • Looks great, can’t wait to get started!

  • Looking forward to starting – spotted some gorgeous wool at the local shop that will be perfect for this patten – with a little tweaking x

  • HI there

    I am really excited about getting involved in a knit-along. I am in South Africa, so before I go out and buy supplies, can anyone tell me if I can substitute the yarn in the pattern for any double-knit yarn? If I had to order on line it would take a millenium to get to me and I would like to cast on tonight

  • How does this look on us middle-aged, thicker women? It looks like a young woman’s pattern… has anyone my age made it?

  • Looks like fun. First time here.

  • I’ve been knitting for years and this is my first knit along .I’m really excited about it.

  • hi this looks fabulous…what a nice gift of this free pattern…i am hoping to knit along…with two elderly parents it might be a challenge…i am wondering if it could be knit in any other yarn since i live in florida…what a fashion item thanks get those needles out girls love,deb

  • Carole from Northern B.C. Canada, knitted all my life over 50 now, never done anything like this I am up for the challenge a knitalong. I am excited.

  • I am excited and ready to get started.

  • Great pattern–I hope to learn a lot!

  • I’m new to knit alongs. This one looks great! I hope I can keep up. I’ve been knitting for about 8 years and have never tackled a project that looks this advanced. I’m hoping to learn a lot from this and to build my confidence as a knitter.

  • This is my first knit along. I’m looking forward to sharing my progress. I’m making this for my daughter.

  • this is not my first kal. i like the way the sweater in the kal looks so i would really like to join this kal. i have been knitting since i was 5 or 6. i would not say i was a great knitter but i have had about 60 years experience and get lots of compliments on my work. i am looking forward to making this

    cynthia

  • Very flattering lines, I think I have to do make this shrug.

  • Just downloaded the pattern and ordered the yarn. Never participated in KAL. Can’t wait to start.

  • This is my first time on KAL. I am looking forward to the experience since I live in the country and none of my friends knit. I have recently taken knitting back up as one of my retirement “dos”!

  • This is my first time working a KAL and the Textured Shrug Pattern is beautiful. I’m very excited.

  • This will be my first knit-along. I love the shrug. It is beautiful. I also have trouble with gauge and will check out the suggestion in the blog. I am also concerned about the sleeves. Being a swimmer, I also have large arms. Thanks.

  • Starting mine tonight.

    Will we see pictures of anyones progress?

    This is my first knit along.

  • I am very excited about joining this group. I have been knitting for years but still refer to myself as a beginner so this will be a challenge for me.

  • am too old for the shrug, but I think my 20 year old granddaughter will love it.. am a slow knitter tho I have been knitting for years, arthritis of the hands but knitting helps.so am going to try it..

  • What a unique pattern; I just love the detail. I look forward to participating and networking with everyone.

  • I can’t wait, I have tried to teach myself to knit( as I usually crochet since 8yrs old) but couldn’t. Friends have tried to teach me but I couldn’t get it. I went to a class at A C Moore and still couldn’t. I went to a class at a public school at nite and had the most wonderful teacher and met a great group of knitters whom I still meet with every two weeks at B&N. I am going to try this. It’s my first KAL and I am 64 years young. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to have all these new friends to help me through.

    Toodles!
    Faye

  • This will be my first knit along and I’m very excited to try this pattern. My grandmother taught me to knit when I was very young and I just recently picked it up again. This project is going to be my first “big” challenge since picking up the needles again!

  • My first KAL, just in time for hip replacement recovery! This shrug looks a lot like one I wanted a pattern for but couldn’t afford the whole book postage. Thanks!

  • This is my third KAL. I ordered the yarn already and can’t wait to start.

  • Howdy, y’all!

    Wow! I wish I could look like that wearing the shrug! But I’ve wanted one for a while, so I simply must KAL! WooHOO! I’ve just discovered this site. Sounds like a lot of fun. BTW, I love crochet, too.

    Texas Marcy

  • My sister and I are going to both be working on these from different countries – the pattern looks beautiful, will try to find some appropriate yarn in my overwhelming stash! Good motivator!

  • My first KAL… I’m very excited to try this out. I’ll be making it in a larger size but short waisted so I’m sure I’ll be needing help. Looking forward to your insights and combined wealth of knowledge.

  • Definitely my next big project. I’ve been doing baby clothes for preemie babies & for babies at our church. Haven’t done anything for moi for ages so I’m due to have something special for me. Anna (Sydney)

  • This is my first KAL and am excited to join as I complete knitting projects but my downfall is finishing them– you know the sewing and blocking. This will be a great motivator for me.

    My skill level is intermediate and I plan to use a cotton yarn.

  • My first KAL and am going to send the link to my daughter who also loves to knit. I have made several things but nothing too complicated and am looking forward to trying this shrug. It will be perfect for the office. Thanks

  • I am a experienced knitter, and some experience in crochet, living in Brea california, near Anaheim, was there any crafter group that I can join?

  • A new experience for me. I am looking forward to it.

  • THIS will be my first knit along as well….I’ve been knitting off and on for a couple of years. Due to diabetic neuropathy w/carpel tunnel, I take a long time to finish projects, but I will finish them…I’ve completed several baby blankets, kerchief for the head, a knitting bag, scarves, cel phone holder, and currently working on a beanie for my hubby! Looking forward to the shrug knit along!

  • My first KAL. I’m going to give it a try. My knitting is a little rusty so maybe this will give me the boost I need to get going.

  • This will be my first knit along. I am excited to try a project with a group and I am hoping it will help me to learn more about knitting and give me the opportunity to try new things.

  • Hi I have been crocheting & knitting for 40 years, and lately not very sucessful. This shrug has grabbed my interest, I’m excited about getting into this design. This would be my first knitted shrug, I always crochet them. This looks like a project I can finish with success and can make a nice gift.

  • This is a wonderful idea. I will be looking forward to participating in a future project. I am much to tall and ultra long legged to wear this cute little shrug. I receive your e-newsletter and read everything in it, so it is just a matter of time before I join in on the fun.

  • This sounds like a lot of fun. I have been knitting off and on for about 50 years. I will enjhe knit along! I live in a small rural farming community and will appreciate sharing with other knitters.

  • I have been knitting since I was 8 years old. this is the frist time that I have joined a kal or a cal. I have been knitting and crocheting for the premies here in Phoenix. I love making doll and baby clothes.

  • This will be my first KAL. I’ve been knitting for 47 years and am an advanced knitter. I own Knitting Knight in Hibbing MN, and am going to get my knitting group to join in the fun.

  • I have knitted for the 19 years and hope to enjoy the kal. I’m from Kenya and will probably not find the recommended wool but will work with what i can find.

  • This sounds like fun. I need something creative to do to get my mine off problems. It will be a first for me. Thanks.

  • My name is Kat. I am from CA and I am an advanced beginner, whatever that means! LOL. So, wish me luck!

  • Never blogged before–but love to knit and crochet. I work at Curves and we have our own “Busy Fingers” group that makes chemo hats, preemie hats, adult slippers and lap robes for our local needy. We also make burial gowns/buntings for Angel Babies who did not stay in our world for long. I look forward to trying some new things we can make and share…..

  • This will be fun. It’s my first KAL. None of my friends knit, so now I won’t be lonely anymore.

    Nancy

  • Thank you for a knit-a-long! I participated in the crocet-a-long last month. It was GREAT!!!! This time I will be paticipating and sharing the item for my family member with stage four cancer. I think the time making it while sharing time with her, will be a relaxing time for the both of us.

    I really enjoy your web site and blogs. Keep up the good work!

  • I just started this for my daughter and can’t believe I had to research reverse stitch…I’ve been knitting for 45 years! Guess there’s still more to learn even at my age!

  • Sounds like fun. Let’s go

  • Hello,
    I have never done this before, am a total dunce with computer technology but this is too exciting to pass up..
    Can’t wait to learn how to knit on circular needles and to make this adorable shrug.
    Ann

  • In response to Margaret in post 88. My grandmother taught me to knit when I was 10 years old, and I’m now older than she was then, and when I started this shrug I couldn’t figure out what KFB meant. When I finally realized it was an increase row the lightbulb went off, but after all these years you’d think I’d recognize the abbreviations so I know how you feel. It was good for a chuckle.

    This is my first KAL and I’m enjoying the experience.

  • I am joining this KAL, too. It looks like a very interesting pattern and I can’t wait to start. When do we start?

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  • What is the best way to follow the CAL. I had a hard time last time. Will it be on Facebook?

    Zontee says: Hi Beth, the best way to follow the CAL is to come back every Thursday for the new CAL post on the Lion Brand Notebook official blog at http://blog.lionbrand.com — it won’t be on Facebook, but we will have groups on Ravelry and Flickr that you can also join.. Once you’re there, you can also sort by only CAL-related posts by clicking “crochet-along” under the Categories in the right-hand bar. Hope that helps!

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  • I love that this is a blog-I’m one of a few individuals that no longer has Facebook.

    • Hi Bkoaeo, welcome! All of our knit- and crochet-alongs are on the blog, so we hope you’ll keep visiting us!

  • I have been looking for a lacy (looks like about 3 single in chain) headband pattern… picked up one in Mexico about 22″ long, 4″ in the middle tappering to 1″ at both ends… I crocheted about 40 years ago and would like to try again…

    • Hi there, type “crochet headband” into LionBrand.com to see the patterns we have, and if you don’t find something that works for you on the site, try other pattern sites like Ravelry.com which pull together patterns from many sources. Hope that helps!

  • I am a beginner knitter and I have knitted a dozen of those ruffle scarves now I want to knit a cozy warmer with circular needles. I have also knitted one of those as well but the problem is that I have not joined the yarn to continue the knitting if you understand what I mean. How do you that? I look forwad hearing from you. Xooop

  • Hi, plan on giving this a try, my 1st knit along too, I am just finishing up Vanna’s Choice Diagonal Granny Afghan, just have to make tassels for it. I alreade have the silver heather in VC, so I will be using that for the tranquil top, hoping to start today or tomorrow, also appreaciate the patterns free from Lion Brand.

  • […] A crochet-along is a virtual event, where all the participants make the same project together. Follow along with crochet-along host Lauren here on the blog and share your comments and photos. There’s no need to sign up, and it’s free to join! (New to crochet-alongs? Check out our guide here.) […]

  • Colorfully Modern jacket

  • Thanks for sharing all your models with me. Unfortunately I leave in Guatemala and I can not buy from you only when I go to the USA once a year. Do you have any branch or distributor here. Please advise. Congratulations. Go ahead!

  • Will there be blog posts for the other projects? I am interested in the Colorfully Modern Jacket project.

    • Hi ameliastjohn, there will only blog posts about whichever pattern wins. However, all three patterns are available for free on LionBrand.com. Enjoy!

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  • Am joining for first time! But I noticed there is no picture of RIGHT side–is there one or just go by left side pic and reverse everything?

    • That’s exactly right. Since the schematic is just a guide to the measurements (and those will be exactly the same but mirror image for the left side), there’s not a second drawing. This is standard in crochet/knit patterns. Hope that helps!

  • […] A knit-along is a virtual event, where all the participants make the same project together. Follow along with knit-along host Grace here on the blog and share your comments and photos. There’s no need to sign up, and it’s free to join! (New to knit-alongs? Check out our guide here.) […]

  • Is this only a KAL? I thought there was a choice for CAL too?
    I don’t knit, but would like to try a CAL challenge if possible.
    I’m a beginner and would me most comfortable doing the
    Modern Granny Scarf project.

  • Hi! I am really interested in trying the Glamour Jacket, but I would love this in the Sapphire and Lapis, but saw no kit for those shades. Does anyone else think that would be a good combination? I love the blue/green combination, even tho purple is MY favorite color forever….I would love to try this for my daughter! I’m sure she would appreciate something other than a poncho! lol. Any comments?

  • I don’t crochet but I would like to join in and practice! just love the pattern!

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