Jean H wrote: "I enjoyed this project. Learned to string beads back to yarn after a knot! Weaver's knot. 3 needle bind off. Thanks for all your help."

what to do if you run into a knot

Hi {!name_fix} - This months's project in the Beyond BOBBOL 2014 KAL Series is the Irish Coffee Cozy. I hope you are enjoying this month's "go green" knit-along, while learning something new or refreshing skills.

Irish Coffee Cozypattern is available at the special Knit-A-Longs member page HERE. Be sure to be logged in to see the discount offered for your membership level: 100% for Premium and Basic; 50% for Limited Content Level. This KAL discount on pattern runs through Feb 25, 2014. Even if you are on the Limited Content level and don't want to purchase the pattern now, you still have free access to the member-only tutorials, tips & techniques.

New tutorials, tips & techniques articles:
- I Hate to Purl and more about Beaded Garter Stitch: For those who hate to purl, or prefer to knit rather than purl, you will love beaded garter stitch used for making this month's Irish Coffee Cozy. This article also goes into other characteristics that set Beaded Garter Stitch apart.
- Overcoming a Knot Too Happy Encounter: What to do if you run into a knot. Step-by-step photo tutorial how to transfer beads to a temporary thread so you don't have to re-string beads.

Need Supplies?
If you need beads or yarn+beads to make Irish Coffee Cozies, see the Supplies Paks and new Beads section of the KnitHeartStrings Online Store. I don't want to give you any excuse to not be knitting with beads!

Monthly Prize
No other month of the year says "pink" to me as much as February. How about you? So, for the February giveaway, I've put together a special edition "pink" kit of yarn and beads for you to play with and create whatever your heart desires. See more about Heart's Desire Prize and how to enter the drawing.

Happy knitting and beading! Jackie E-S / HeartStrings FiberArts

p.s. There is lots of good knitting now and to come for 2014 Beyond BOBBOL! Please help me spread the word and invite your friends to join our community of knitters at KnitHeartStrings.com