A week or so ago we wrapped up our very first FaceBook Knit-Along, this one making Snookies for Father’s Day. What’s a Snookie, you ask? Well, it all started out as a joke between me and the head of my book publisher. He said that if I knit both he and one of the big-wigs at Barnes & Noble a cozy for their Nooks (an e-Reader), then he’s send me one. I don’t think he thought I would do it…but I did. I included a note that said that a sleeve for a Nook is clearly a “Snook”, unless you’re in Jersey; then it’s a “Snookie”. The name stuck.
*Note for non pop-culture junkies: Snookie is the name of one of the cast members of the reality show, Jersey Shore. I’ve never actually watched the show however, I do watch enough trashy, Hollywood gossip TV to know a little somethin’ about it. But I digress.
The project itself is pretty dang useful and (as you’ll see in the pictures below) easily adaptable to fit any number of techie gadgets. It’s quick, fun to knit and makes a great gift–all factors that make for a successful Stitch-Along. So, we asked people to grab their Country or Simply Soft and some needles and join us!
I had such a great time watching as people cast-on, asked questions and shared work-in-progress and finished Snookie pictures to the group. Here are some examples of how people truly made them their own!
e-Reader Snookies
Made by Knit-Alongers (L-R): Margaret Nock, Christie Brewer, Heather Bryda & Janet Sieck Chutro.
Cell Phone & MP3 Player Snookies
Made by Knit-Alongers (L-R): Viola McShannon, Debra Steenhagen, Julie LaRosh & Cheryl A
Free-Style Snookies
Made by Knit-Alongers (L-R): Julie LaRosh & Jackie Byrd.
See the rest of the Knit-Along FO’s and read descriptions on our Flickr pool!
We’re working on putting together future Knit and Crochet Alongs. Got any requests? Post ‘em as comments!
Stitch.Rock.Love,
Vickie
Twitter: @vickiehowell
Hi Vickie – I really had fun with this KAL project – love the lineup and how creative everyone was. Can’t wait for the next one!
I’ve been wanting to do worsted weight socks – to wear as slippers. Something short like a anklet. I just need to do the math (64 stitches, typical sock weight cast on, would turn out pretty darn big!).
Thanks, Marg! Your Snookies turned out great!
How about a purse or tote/knitting bag. I would enjoy taking my knitting and crochet around in something I made.
Hi, Pamela,
One of my favorite bags is the Grove Isle bag: But, you’re right, we haven’t done many bags lately, so I’ll definitely put it on my to-assign list!
This was my first cable project, and I was happy to find out how easy it went along! If only I knew how to knit and attach an i cord to the top, that would be cool. Or a drawstring.
I also noticed your pattern is not listed on Ravelry. I would love to share it there, any chance you’ll be posting it there?
Can’t wait to try some more of your projects!