Hanks And Needles / Makenzie Alvarez
@hanksandneedles.bsky.social
Knitter inspired by art, nature, & life. Designing classic & cable & brioche filled knitting patterns, one stitch at a time.
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Cables on a sock—because who says your toes can’t be fancy? 😉 I’m getting an early start on my Sock-tober knitting, & this cabled sock is the perfect project to get me in the mood.
Speaking of Sock-tober. Something to celebrate - let’s just say it’s going to be a sock-tastic! 🤫
Speaking of Sock-tober. Something to celebrate - let’s just say it’s going to be a sock-tastic! 🤫
September 20, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Cables on a sock—because who says your toes can’t be fancy? 😉 I’m getting an early start on my Sock-tober knitting, & this cabled sock is the perfect project to get me in the mood.
Speaking of Sock-tober. Something to celebrate - let’s just say it’s going to be a sock-tastic! 🤫
Speaking of Sock-tober. Something to celebrate - let’s just say it’s going to be a sock-tastic! 🤫
Today's knitting tip: the crochet cast on. If you're working on a project that needs a stretchy edge, this technique is a fantastic option. It's also incredibly fast, especially when you need to cast on a lot of stitches at once.
September 16, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Today's knitting tip: the crochet cast on. If you're working on a project that needs a stretchy edge, this technique is a fantastic option. It's also incredibly fast, especially when you need to cast on a lot of stitches at once.
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Happy Tuesday! My to-do list is a mixed bag this week.
I'm tackling some secret projects (secrets are hard, y'all!) and my needles are busy with the revised Autumn Meadow cardigan. I'm also hoping to get some new YouTube tutorials up soon.
What's your week looking like?
I'm tackling some secret projects (secrets are hard, y'all!) and my needles are busy with the revised Autumn Meadow cardigan. I'm also hoping to get some new YouTube tutorials up soon.
What's your week looking like?
August 27, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Happy Tuesday! My to-do list is a mixed bag this week.
I'm tackling some secret projects (secrets are hard, y'all!) and my needles are busy with the revised Autumn Meadow cardigan. I'm also hoping to get some new YouTube tutorials up soon.
What's your week looking like?
I'm tackling some secret projects (secrets are hard, y'all!) and my needles are busy with the revised Autumn Meadow cardigan. I'm also hoping to get some new YouTube tutorials up soon.
What's your week looking like?
Busy Monday in the books! 😅 Getting all the behind-the-scenes things done. Now I can embrace an evening of glorious knitting and #knitflix. There's nothing like the rhythmic click of needles to unwind after a hectic day. What are you working and watching tonight? #knitting
August 26, 2025 at 5:27 AM
NEW! - Brooklet cowl! Get 60% off with code “BRIOCHE” through 8/31.
The cowl's gentle curves and delicate grace are inspired by nature itself.
The interplay of these stitches allows the colors to shift and flow, giving the finished piece a sense of subtle grace.
#knit @sewhappyjane.bsky.social
The cowl's gentle curves and delicate grace are inspired by nature itself.
The interplay of these stitches allows the colors to shift and flow, giving the finished piece a sense of subtle grace.
#knit @sewhappyjane.bsky.social
August 7, 2025 at 4:57 PM
NEW! - Brooklet cowl! Get 60% off with code “BRIOCHE” through 8/31.
The cowl's gentle curves and delicate grace are inspired by nature itself.
The interplay of these stitches allows the colors to shift and flow, giving the finished piece a sense of subtle grace.
#knit @sewhappyjane.bsky.social
The cowl's gentle curves and delicate grace are inspired by nature itself.
The interplay of these stitches allows the colors to shift and flow, giving the finished piece a sense of subtle grace.
#knit @sewhappyjane.bsky.social
Upcoming classes:
July 31, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Upcoming classes:
Bliss. Curled up in my favorite chair, needles clicking, while a captivating audiobook fills my ears. Tucked away from the summer heat, this is pure relaxation. 🎧🧶 #knitting #audiobooks #heatwave
July 15, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Bliss. Curled up in my favorite chair, needles clicking, while a captivating audiobook fills my ears. Tucked away from the summer heat, this is pure relaxation. 🎧🧶 #knitting #audiobooks #heatwave
Summer of Socks Vol 1
All patterns just released. Knitters choice! Pick and choose your favorite(s) and get 60% off with code “SOS” or get the whole collection for $8 with code “SUMMER” valid through 8/1. #sockknitters
www.ravelry.com/patterns/sou...
All patterns just released. Knitters choice! Pick and choose your favorite(s) and get 60% off with code “SOS” or get the whole collection for $8 with code “SUMMER” valid through 8/1. #sockknitters
www.ravelry.com/patterns/sou...
July 10, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Summer of Socks Vol 1
All patterns just released. Knitters choice! Pick and choose your favorite(s) and get 60% off with code “SOS” or get the whole collection for $8 with code “SUMMER” valid through 8/1. #sockknitters
www.ravelry.com/patterns/sou...
All patterns just released. Knitters choice! Pick and choose your favorite(s) and get 60% off with code “SOS” or get the whole collection for $8 with code “SUMMER” valid through 8/1. #sockknitters
www.ravelry.com/patterns/sou...
Deck knitting season is here.
April 14, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Deck knitting season is here.
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Timekeepers Cowl
You know when Oprah did her whole, “I. Love. Bread. I love bread?” Well that’s me, but with brioche.
📝 Timekeepers Cowl by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social
🧶 @thefibergenie.bsky.social ‘Kohls Up North’ and ‘Cabin by the Lake’
You know when Oprah did her whole, “I. Love. Bread. I love bread?” Well that’s me, but with brioche.
📝 Timekeepers Cowl by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social
🧶 @thefibergenie.bsky.social ‘Kohls Up North’ and ‘Cabin by the Lake’
March 28, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Timekeepers Cowl
You know when Oprah did her whole, “I. Love. Bread. I love bread?” Well that’s me, but with brioche.
📝 Timekeepers Cowl by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social
🧶 @thefibergenie.bsky.social ‘Kohls Up North’ and ‘Cabin by the Lake’
You know when Oprah did her whole, “I. Love. Bread. I love bread?” Well that’s me, but with brioche.
📝 Timekeepers Cowl by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social
🧶 @thefibergenie.bsky.social ‘Kohls Up North’ and ‘Cabin by the Lake’
So elegant. Time to put this on my needles. #blueskyknitters
March 12, 2025 at 1:28 AM
So elegant. Time to put this on my needles. #blueskyknitters
It’s that day of the year!! It’s my Birthday 🎉 I don’t feel older, or wiser than yesterday, but I am definitely grateful. Grateful for all of you that have joined me on this knitting journey.
As a thank you for being here with me get 50% off ALL self-published patterns through 3/11. No code needed!
As a thank you for being here with me get 50% off ALL self-published patterns through 3/11. No code needed!
March 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
It’s that day of the year!! It’s my Birthday 🎉 I don’t feel older, or wiser than yesterday, but I am definitely grateful. Grateful for all of you that have joined me on this knitting journey.
As a thank you for being here with me get 50% off ALL self-published patterns through 3/11. No code needed!
As a thank you for being here with me get 50% off ALL self-published patterns through 3/11. No code needed!
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Classic cables + worsted weight yarn = quick and fun knit. I finished this hat back in January & have worn it a bunch thanks to cold Minnesota temps.
📝 Wescott Hat by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social - part the Woodland Hat collection
🧶 @littlefiberco.bsky.social NSW Merino Worsted ‘Chiffon’
📝 Wescott Hat by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social - part the Woodland Hat collection
🧶 @littlefiberco.bsky.social NSW Merino Worsted ‘Chiffon’
February 28, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Classic cables + worsted weight yarn = quick and fun knit. I finished this hat back in January & have worn it a bunch thanks to cold Minnesota temps.
📝 Wescott Hat by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social - part the Woodland Hat collection
🧶 @littlefiberco.bsky.social NSW Merino Worsted ‘Chiffon’
📝 Wescott Hat by @hanksandneedles.bsky.social - part the Woodland Hat collection
🧶 @littlefiberco.bsky.social NSW Merino Worsted ‘Chiffon’
Reposted by Hanks And Needles / Makenzie Alvarez
#rosecityyarncrawl starts this week! See you all Thurs, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 9 for all the trunk shows, exclusive colors, notions, yarn bowls, free patterns, and somehow there’s even more?? We can’t wait! Support the many amazing St. John’s businesses while you’re here 😘 #lys #weirdsistersyarn #yarn
March 3, 2025 at 5:15 PM
#rosecityyarncrawl starts this week! See you all Thurs, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 9 for all the trunk shows, exclusive colors, notions, yarn bowls, free patterns, and somehow there’s even more?? We can’t wait! Support the many amazing St. John’s businesses while you’re here 😘 #lys #weirdsistersyarn #yarn
Want to learn how to brioche? Or want help getting the hang of the stitches? I have added new classes in PDX to the calendar. #knitters
February 19, 2025 at 5:10 AM
Want to learn how to brioche? Or want help getting the hang of the stitches? I have added new classes in PDX to the calendar. #knitters
I spent the past 2 days I have spent more time baking instead of knitting. I think baking (especially bread) is just as relaxing as knitting. Plus during rest times, you get to knit…so win win. My loaf from this weekend - a black roasted garlic and rosemary bread (not shown banana bread and cobbler)
February 18, 2025 at 4:50 AM
I spent the past 2 days I have spent more time baking instead of knitting. I think baking (especially bread) is just as relaxing as knitting. Plus during rest times, you get to knit…so win win. My loaf from this weekend - a black roasted garlic and rosemary bread (not shown banana bread and cobbler)
Let’s play never have I - knitting/crocheting version…
What have you never done? #knittersofbluesky
What have you never done? #knittersofbluesky
February 12, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Let’s play never have I - knitting/crocheting version…
What have you never done? #knittersofbluesky
What have you never done? #knittersofbluesky
So excited about RCYC!
Our Rose City Yarn Crawl trunk show schedule is live! Can’t wait to host these amazing artists in the shop! We’ll be sharing sneak peeks from each so keep an eye out!
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#rosecityyarncrawl #knitsky #portlandlys #fiberarts #localyarnshoppdx #weirdsistersyarn
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#rosecityyarncrawl #knitsky #portlandlys #fiberarts #localyarnshoppdx #weirdsistersyarn
RCYC 2025 Trunk Shows
Books & Yarn, Local Crafts and Community from the St. Johns neighborhood in Portland, Oregon.
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February 12, 2025 at 5:50 AM
So excited about RCYC!
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So excited for my next event, trunk show @weirdsistersyarn.bsky.social Saturday March 8 for the Rose City Yarn Crawl! Here’s my crawl exclusive colorway 🎉
February 10, 2025 at 11:46 PM
So excited for my next event, trunk show @weirdsistersyarn.bsky.social Saturday March 8 for the Rose City Yarn Crawl! Here’s my crawl exclusive colorway 🎉