I meant to post about this the last round but I completely forgot about it, but Schoolhouse Press has been running a series of online auctions (the one happening now is the second of three) in which they are auctioning … Read More ...
Because Knitters are Awesome
I couldn’t resist sharing this really sweet story about the awesomeness of knitters. Knitter Susan Cottrell from London, Ontario, had been knitting a shawl in turquoise and blue lace, complete with 1,500 beads, while sitting at her husband’s bedside while … Read More ...
A Lovely Holiday Garland to Knit
I love the Luxury Holiday Garland project from Kristin Ashbaugh-Helmreich and Jimmy Beans Wool. The idea was to use each of the yarns in the company’s Luxury Fiber Sampler in something that could be used to decorate the home.… Read More ...
Check out the New Petite Purls
Petite Purls issue 16 was just released, and while they’re aren’t as many patterns for the kiddos as we’ve come to expect from this web magazine, there’s still some fun stuff here.
I like the Bizzy Tunic, a mom-sized garment … Read More ...
Knit Sweet Little Birds for the Holidays and Beyond
The Red Heart 12 Weeks of Christmas knitting patterns program continues with the Breezy Bird Trio, a set of three cute little birds decked out in stocking caps.
There’s nothing at all about this pattern that says Christmas, so … Read More ...
Fun, Free Patterns for Fall from Knitting Daily
If you’re looking for the perfect fall sweater to knit or another easy knitting project, check out this free ebook for members of the Knitting Daily community.
Easy Knits includes 6 patterns:
- Cindy Taylor’s Simple Wrap Jacket, which looks like
Knit a Tail for Halloween and Beyond
My husband’s office all dressed up as characters from Green Eggs and Ham for Halloween, and husband went as the mouse (“I do not like them in a house, I do not like them with a mouse”). I think he … Read More ...
Made in America Olympics Gear
Most people know (I think, anyway) that Ralph Lauren has long been the official outfitter of the United States Olympic team. The fashion icon designs the outfits the athletes wear in the parade of nations as well as other gear … Read More ...
My Latest Finished Object: Nutmeg
Last week I was writing about sweater knitting for About, and I illustrated an article with an in-progress sweater.
I got a few questions about what sweater it was, so I thought I’d share now that it’s finished.
The pattern … Read More ...
A Wrap That’s Long on Luxury
I’m kind of impatient when it comes to knitting. I love to do it, of course, but I want things to be off the needles quickly so I can wear and use them.
I also have a pretty short attention … Read More ...
Knit a Cute Teapot Cozy for the Holidays
I don’t know exactly why a teapot cozy is a holiday knitting pattern. I like tea all the time! But I guess it does get cold faster when it’s cold out, and this pattern from Red Heart’s 12 Weeks of … Read More ...
Deep Fall Surprises from Knitty
If you’re looking for a new project to start this weekend, check out the surprises from Knitty for DeepFall.
The Regatta Sock is a pretty toe-up number that has a triangular lace pattern that looks like a field of pennants. … Read More ...
Make Your Own Grid Sweater
Black and white is always a big trend in fashion, and a grid design is a great way to show off these bold colors together. Donatella from Inspiration and Realisation was inspired by a cropped sweater from Rodarte to create … Read More ...
Knit a Cowl Covered in Falling Leaves
Speaking of knitting for fall, here’s another great project you might want to add to your list while the leaves are changing.
The Changing Leaves Cowl by blogger purl3agony is worked flat and joined into a circle after the knitting … Read More ...
Knit Colorful Placemats for Fall
If you’re looking for a way to add some color to your fall table, look no further than this easy, fun pattern for fall placemats from Craftown.
Melanie Smith designed these mats worked in Feather and Fan pattern from … Read More ...