Friday, May 14, 2010

Blogapalooza

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Until next time...Knit...Purl...Rat!

Happy Father’s Day!

In the USA, Father’s Day is June 20. Plenty of time to knit that special father in your life a one of a kind gift. Here’s a list of some free knitting patterns for gifts that are a bit different from the same old sweater/scarf/hat we’ve all knit for our Dads and husbands.


For the Sporty Dad:

Golf Club Covers -
A basic cover from the Lion Brand Yarn Company. Cabled.

Gorgeous Fair Isle pattern golf club covers. (photo)

Tennis Racket Cover

Camping Set: Pan Handle Cozy and Wool Mitt.


For the Techie Dad:


Kindle Cover - Cabled.


Laptop Covers

Aran design (photo)

Felted


Felted Messenger Bag - Pair with the laptop cover and he’s set to go to work in style. (photo)

iPod Ear Bud Covers - The "Egad I forgot to get my Dad something the night before" knitting project. (photo)

iPod Cover - Simple pattern.

Phone Cover - Cabled pattern.




For the Hungry & Thirsty Dad:


Bottle or Can Cozy - Simple

Wine Cozy

Elvis Wig - He may wear this after drinking all that beer and wine. (photo)

Felted Lunch Bag - He'll be hungry after all that Elvis pelvis dancing.


For the Well Dressed Dad:

Argyle Socks

Bow Tie - Geek him out!

Chevy Tie - With a chevy symbol for that special motorhead guy.

Vintage Waistcoat - For the classy Dad. (photo)

Silk Tie - pair with the waistcoat for the ultimate handmade classy Dad.

Kimono - The perfect gift for relaxation with the kindle cover, iPod bud covers and beer can cover!

Slippers - a felted clog. (photo)

Belt - Basic. But will keep his pants up!


For the Musical Dad:

Guitar Strap - Need I say Elvis wig too?

Shadow Knit Piano Scarf - Just very cool.


Don't Dads deserve to be embarrassed by having to wear handmade gifts in public too?!!! So get cracking!

Until next time...Knit...Purl...Rat!