I think one of the things that keeps me from wearing some of the summer tops that I have knit is that when they use worsted weight yarn, they’re actually heavier and warmer than a normal T-shirt would be. Which … Read More ...
Shawl Collar Men’s Sweater
This is an advanced level knitting pattern for a man’s shawl collar sweater that features all-over cables, which gives it a geometric feel. The sweater is knitted in Sirdar Country Classic, a soft and cosy yarn, and can be made … Read More ...
Knit This Super Comfy Tank Top for Summer
I have probably said this before, but even when I have knit tops for warm weather in the past, I don’t wear any of them all that often. I don’t really know why, I just don’t think of them as … Read More ...
Free Pattern – Flower Legwarmers for Baby
Legwarmers are a fun and versatile accessory for babies that can be used in many ways. One popular use for baby legwarmers is as crawling leggings, protecting a baby’s knees as they learn to crawl. As babies begin to explore … Read More ...
Bags to Knit for Your Travels
There are all sorts of different bags you can knit, from project bags to market totes to makeup bags and beyond. I love the idea of bringing knitting with you on your travels, both in terms of having knitting projects … Read More ...
Stitch a Textured Cardigan with Nydia
I bought the Nydia Pullover by Vanessa Smith when it came out, though I haven’t knit it yet (my pattern stash is almost as big a problem as my yarn stash!). I was sure that I wrote about how much … Read More ...
An Update on the Stitches/XRX Story
Recently I shared the news that XRX, the company behind the Stitches live and virtual events, had announced it would be filing for bankruptcy and was canceling all events. So far the actual filing doesn’t seem to have happened, and … Read More ...
An Easy Scarf to Use Up All Your Scraps
If you’ve been around here long, you know that I’m in a perpetual battle with my stash. I feel like I haven’t bought yarn in years unless I needed it for a specific project. I knit fairly a lot, and … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Mitred Sqaure Blanket
The Mitred Square blanket pattern, design number 5397 from Sirdar website, is a striking and modern design that is sure to add a touch of elegance to any nursery. The geometric design, created using the mitred squares technique, creates … Read More ...
Take Your Stitches in New Directions with this Knit Sweater
When I first saw the New Directions Knit Pullover from Yarnspirations, I thought it was a cable knitting project.
But it turns out these shifting stitches are caused by strategic increases and decreases that form those lines that look … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Wedges Shawl Sampler
Welcome to the Free Sampler Wedges Knit Shawl Pattern! This modern knit shawl is the perfect accessory to add a touch of elegance to any outfit. Made with Caron Simply Soft yarn, this shawl is soft and drapes beautifully, making … Read More ...
Rainbow Knitting Patterns for Pride and Beyond
Rainbow is a color scheme that most people like, and it’s an easy way to bring color into your knitting projects without having to put a whole lot of thought into it. Whether you’re stitching for Pride or just for … Read More ...
Have You Put Your Sweaters Away for the Season?
My guess would be that for most people in the Northern Hemisphere, we are coming out of sweater season. Through the cold weather I don’t wash my sweaters every time I wear them (because they don’t need it) but it’s … Read More ...
Book Review: The Art of Knitting Hats
Hats are a great canvas on which to try just about any knitting technique. They’re relatively small and quick to knit, and everyone can use a hat, right?
Courtney Flynn shares 30 designs for colorwork hats in her book The … Read More ...
Knitted Socks from Finland: 20 Nordic designs for all year round
The patterns in this book are not only visually stunning, but they also showcase the skill and creativity of the designer. The use of nature-inspired elements such as leaf patterns and cable textures, as well as the incorporation of colorwork … Read More ...