The first is an adorable girl's purse made with Merino 5 and TuTu.  The Ruffled Mini Bag is ultra-feminine and will make a great gift for yourself or a special someone.  The construction is simple, with sewing only to fasten the fun ruffled I-cord bag strap.  The bottom is worked with two strands for extra firmness.  Use TuTu Lamé instead of TuTu for added holiday bling.   

Next is the Panda Cotton Eyelet Vine Cowl, a lightweight, lacy cowl that is super hot in the trendy "Foliage" color.  I love this project and keep trying it on in the office.  It has great stretch due to the elastic component in Panda Cotton.  It is knitted vertically like a scarf then sewn at the seam, so you can customize the finished circumference easily.  This is an excellent option for vegan knitters or for people who prefer not to wear wool near their necks.  

The Fall 2012 issue of Jane Austen Knits is now available!  This special publication by Interweave Press captures the spirit and elegance of author Jane Austen and the late 18th and early 19th centuries.  It feels more like a book than a magazine, with timeless pieces which can be visited and knit again and again.

Crystal Palace Yarns is featured in one of the 30 gorgeous designs.  The Betwixt and Between gloves by Moira Engel are made out of Crystal Palace Mini Solid. The pattern features a beautiful eyelet design finished off sweetly with side buttons.  The yarn softens the stitch work for a feminine look and feel. These would be excellent for Christmas gloves in the sample color, #1101 "Intense Red."

You can purchase the magazine at your local shop or at the Interweave Store.