on the bench

Earthbound: The Sweater I Made the Hard Way

A hand-knitting pattern, adapted for the flat-bed machine: converting gauge, custom sizing, and the mystery of the European shoulder.

May 19 • Jonathan

The Perfect Souvenir

Belgian wool, an unexpected yarn shop, and the Brussels lace museum. It all ended up in this scarf.

Apr 21 • Jonathan

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