Anyone know where I can purchase Alice in Wonderland Cross stitch kits online in the uk? I’ve looked to google and can’t find much.

Well I am not sure. Here are some websites;

http://aliceinwonderlandbooks.com/

http://cgi.ebay.com/Alice-in-Wonderland-Cross-Stitch-Pattern_W0QQitemZ170082935977QQcmdZViewItem

http://www.delusionalangel.com/gallery/xstitch/alice2

http://www.wonderland.co.uk/alicegizmo/i0001319.html

If none of these work you could try using graph paper and drawing it on there. I always do that.

I’m ready once and for all to downsize my stash of craft books (mostly knitting, crocheting, cross stitch), magazines, and supplies. I’d like to know how others have succeeded and what they recommend. I’ve had limited success with Amazon, and am now considering Yahoo groups, eBay, blujay, and such. Ideas will be greatly appreciated! Thanks.

There are also some great websites that allow you to trade books, CD’s, DVD’s etc. See my profile for link to titletrader and paperbackswap. This allows you to get rid of an item you no longer want and get something you do want in return. Titletrader is awesome because you can trade books, dvd’s, cd’s, games and vhs tapes. So if you get rid of a book you may be able to get a dvd in exchange. Paperbackswap is only for books. I have found that doing ebay or amazon is pricey cause you don’t really get your money’s worth for these items and you have to pay fees etc.

I’m knitting this flower here http://littlecottonrabbits.typepad.co.uk/free_knitting_patterns/2007/06/knitted_flower_.html
thanks for your help!

It just means that your turn the work earlier than at the end of the row (just meaning the last st isnt knitted). Just act as if that last st (or sometimes sts) arent there.

It’s very similar to short row knitting (a good example here: http://knitty.com/ISSUEsummer05/PATTtychus.html – the pattern has you knitting in a way that stop short of 2 sts every time you knit in a certain direction).

I need just the pattern for this kit. I am getting the ada cloth, floss but not the instructions for it. It is missing. If any one knows where I can buy them or download I would appreciate your help and time. Thanks.

The complete kit is available from Bucilla for about $21. I don’t think you can buy the pattern alone (definitely not a free download) but it might be worth contacting Bucilla at http://www.plaidonline.com/apContact.asp and maybe argue that you did buy the kit a while back but lost the pattern. There’s also the same kit for sale on eBay (ends tomorrow afternoon, Nov. 6) and the current bid is $10.

http://www.cyberstitchers.com/Resources/Links.asp?_filterField=Category&_category=Shops

I am interested in starting my own local knitting group. There doesn’t seem to be any in SE Phoenix area, so I want to form one! Any suggestions?

There’s actually a group on Ravelry for crafters in Arizona. I’m sure you could find some people there. ^_^

Where can I get a cross stitch pattern or kit of a dinossaur, as I would like to make for my grandson. Thank you.ERRL

If you are looking for cute dinosaur, take a look at http://www.sewmanystitches.co.uk/acatalog/anchor_dinosaurs_cross_stitch_kits.html

Or for birthday, http://www.crafts-unlimited.co.uk/xdinsamp.htm

For realistic one, and needs more time, http://www.artecy.com/dinosaurs-cross-stitch.html

If you need Dinosaur Alphabet, http://www.jeanettecrews.com/detail.cfm?ID=779

Here is a free one, http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/x-stitch/dinosaurs.html

sculpture dolls, stuffed animals and some cross stitch work. Without having to resort to the expense of renting space at a flee market or consignment at a shop, what would be the best option to advertise my work and at what leval of earnings would I need to file income tax on any profit I acquire?

Lois, the best low-cost ways to advertise your work would be to do it online, which is where many artists are spending their time these days. And since you’ve come to Yahoo! Answers for advice, I’m guessing that would feel comfortable to you.

{Have a look at this article I wrote for the New York Times about artists exploring new markets for their work: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/27/business/smallbusiness/27shift.html?_r=1}

eBay and Etsy are two sites that are very popular with artists. There’s no middleman between the artist and the consumer; you can set your price and terms and go from there.

eBay has a huge community of crafters and offers a guide to getting started. http://pages.ebay.com/buy/guides/crafts-selling-guide/ If you’ve already sold other things on eBay and are familiar with the process, that would be a natural place to try. Some artists prefer to sell their work in an online community that is focused solely on artists.

That’s where Etsy comes in. Etsy is basically an online shopping mall where all the stores sell hand-made items. While Etsy isn’t free, it comes pretty darn close. Signing up for Esty and opening your online shop is free. Once you list items for sale in your Etsy shop, you pay 20 cents for each item you list. When you make a sale, you pay a commission of 3.5 percent. Full details on how to start selling on Esty are here: http://www.etsy.com/faq_selling.php

As for taxes, what you’re selling doesn’t matter. Income is income to the state and federal tax collectors. The short answer is that you after you’ve reached $400 in self-employment income, you’ll have to file federal taxes. But your tax situation will depend on a variety of things, including what other kinds of income you have. In addition to federal income tax, there is also state income tax and sales tax, which both vary by state. The Small Business Administration website has a useful section on tax planning for small business. {http://www.sba.gov/smallbusinessplanner/manage/paytaxes/index.html} Make sure to also talk to your regular accountant.

I have a knitting pattern for a hat but it’s for an adult and i want to knit it for a petite 4-year old. Is it best to decrease the overall number of stitches? or the size of the needles i use? Or something else?

Knit a swatch, 1" x 1" using yarn and needle recommended in pattern.
Measure how many stiches per inch.
Measure child’s head.
Cast on number of stitches per inch x measurement of child’s head.
Increase and decrease stitches per pattern.
This formula will work for any size–child or adult.

I know there are loads there if I google it but I am looking for a particular one that I have used several times before. I can’t remember the name of it but I know the background for the site was bright yellow. I know its not a lot to go on but its all I have. I think they run a monthly competition as well. Ta for help.
I’m not looking for a list because I can get that from google, I just need the name of the one site if anyone knows it.

Is it this one?

http://www.123stitch.com/