Knit Everyday Items and Save
Today is Frugal Friday...
Do you like to save money? I do too. My sister makes fun of me. Why? Because I try to make everything I can. I figure, the more I make, the more I save. My sister's method is to run to the store for everything you need. That's nice... if you can afford it.
Since I can't afford it, my method is to make what I need whenever possible. My theory is why spend money on something you can make that is just as good and costs half the price?
If you agree, you'll like today's Frugal Friday newsletter. I've dug up free knitting patterns for you from the Canadian Crafter. This lady makes practical things you need everyday around the home. Next, you'll find articles about making gifts, a book about taking frugal knitting to extremes, and finally a video that is sure to help you become a speedy knitter.
Dig in!
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Today's Featured Blog:
The Canadian Crafter is all about frugal knitting. She's like me in the sense that she believes 'if you can make it yourself, you should!'. Anytime you make stuff instead of buying expensive store versions, it saves money.
Visit the Canadian Crafter's blog and check out her free patterns for things you use around the house.
For a Swiffer cover:
For scrubbies:
For broom toppers:
For a flat-bottom plastic tote bag:
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Today's Featured Product:
Are you like me and always, I repeat, always looking for ways to save money? This book is great for doing just that. In Rags to Riches you'll learn the ins and outs of using different textiles for knitting - most that you've never thought of - learn how to look at your stuff through new eyes to create something else, and make knit garments for next to nothing.
Sound good? Check it out.
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Today's Featured Video:
The faster you knit, the more gifts, home décor, clothing, and useful items for your home you can make. Right? Sure. The trouble is learning to knit fast. Here's a helpful video of Miriam Tegels, the world's fastest knitter, with tips to speed up your knitting.
After watching, you probably still won't be able to knit 118 stitches per minute, but you might pick up a few speedy tips. Every little bit helps!
