From Martha: "What a great idea….it seems so easy that I wonder why I haven't seen it before. I haven't been at this long enough to think of it myself but do read avidly on the subject. One of the side perks of this website and membership, is that our creativity can be stimulated by hints like this!"

Making the Most of Beaded Accent Yarn

Hi {!name_fix} - Just wanted to make sure you know about recently posted support articles for the this month's KAL of Easy Elegance Mitts are available:

Plain k1, p1 ribbing elevated to a Chubby Checker "Let's Twist" level: Plaited Ribbing

Best bling for your buck. You want to make every bead show! Tips for making the most of beaded accent yarn

Haven't gotten the Easy Elegant Mitts pattern yet? These elegant, classy fingerless gloves are quick to make (they use worsted weight yarn). Knit now and and be ready to use them during the holidays or for gifting. Remember that the pattern is available free to download by KnitHeartStrings members, but only through the end of the month (November).

You are invited to share your creation(s) in this month's Photo Challenge for Easy Elegance Mitts. KAL photo submissions are open through Dec 5. Viewer's Choice Voting will decide winner. We want to see your eye candy. Multiplle photos and variations welcome. It helps us all to expand our creativity and enhusiasm in knitting. Please submit! (and much thanks to those who participated last month - hope to see what you have done again this month) Remember that if you need help in linking up your photo, just let me know.

For Premium Level members: If you missed getting any patterns last year for Bits of Lace 2012, check the Special Discounts section of the Premium Area page for a 50% off coupon to complete your set of Bits of Lace patterns.

Have you entered? Win All This Yarn in November's Giveaway. An assortment of quality Dale yarn — 11 balls in all. That's over a pound of yarn ranging from fingering/baby weight to bulky. Perfect for lovers of quick, bit-sized single-ball projects..

Happy knitting and beading! Jackie E-S

p.s. Are you in? Plan now for KnitHeartStrings 2014: Small Projects with Big Impact. KnitHeartStrings members get bit-sized tutorials, tips and techniques, along with a free pattern! Invite a friend to join at KnitHeartStrings.com.