| Sarah Carbone, a native of Long Island, New York, began knitting in 2002 at 18 years old. She learned the basic knit stitch from her mom Cindy, an accomplished quilter, and was off and running with her new obsession. Over the years, she has expanded her knitting skills and now dreams of owning her own yarn shop. When she isn’t knitting, she is a student, completing her BA Degree in English and History at Adelphi University in 2008 and now working on her MA in English as Second Language Education at Hunter College in New York City. Sarah loves fashion and spends lots of time in NYC simply checking out what people are wearing. To her, fashion is not just about wearing beautiful things, it’s about the statement you want to make to the world around you. Her other passions include travel and food and she also writes restaurant reviews for Patch.com. |
| Favorite Stitch: Cables, they look great and are much easier than they seem! Favorite Project: I love baby hats… they knit up fast and they make such great gifts. Knitting Tip: Never be afraid to try a new technique… and if you get stuck, there are great resources like books, the internet…and knitter friends! They love to help! |
NOW LETS TAKE A LOOK AT SARAH’S PORTFOLIO:
The poncho was my first attempt and I’m thrilled at the results. It’s made from Vanna White’s line of acrylic yarn, Vanna’s Choice by Lion Brand. I used a pattern by Sarah Lucas and Allison Isaacs. This poncho is for my Aunt Suzanne, a wonderful lady who someone somehow stayed sane in a house with 5 children and 2 – 3 dogs at all times.
| The green/brown ear flap hat is adult sized and knitted from 100% wool. It was my very first hat and always keeps me warm. |
The scarf was knitted by doing a simple alternating stripe also done in cashmerino. It’s long and thin, meant to be wrapped around the neck more than once. The colors were inspired by my brother, Johnny, my partner in crime and best friend.
The striped ear flap hat was knitted for a 4 year old girl who loves pink. This was also knitted in the same cashmerino blend, a favorite yarn of mine. The ear flaps and the chin tie ensure it stays put on a very, very active little girl.
These are a pair of two baby’s hats that were knitted with love, which are intended for twin boys on the way. The yarn is a cashmerino blend, which is great for small children because it’s both soft and easy to clean.
The hand knitted grey ribbed hat is adult sized, and made in a wool/acrylic blend. It’s loose and baggy, meant to be worn pushed back, with extra room to tuck hair into on a bad hair day, or with your hair peeking out framing your face. I love it because it’s great for a boho look on a cold day. It’s also a great beginner project.
| The pot holders/trivets are simple squares in a seed stitch. The yarn is an acrylic blend from a small shop in London and was purchased on a trip with her dear, dear friend Jessica Harris. Somehow, they work best when protecting hands from the teapot bought on the same trip! |
I hope you enjoyed leaning all about our knitting expert Sarah!
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