Patterns, projects and techniques
I could not resist sharing this Thanksgiving gnome and turkey pattern from Cheryl Andrews because it makes me laugh and is pretty darn adorable.
This Thanksgiving trio is mostly hidden by hats, and they’re worked with worsted weight yarn so … Read More ...
I love a good, easy hat knitting pattern that you can make for just about anyone, from the baby to be to your kid’s teacher, or your kid, or yourself.
The Bulky Dotty Hat from All about Ami comes in … Read More ...
Maybe you’re not thinking about decorating for Christmas yet, or maybe you’re already done, but this funk knit tree skirt should definitely be on your list for stitched holiday decor.
Reindeer Games by Brenda York uses seven colors of yarn … Read More ...
There aren’t a lot of garments that are designed with Thanksgiving in mind, but this pretty hat is perfect to wear for your walk around the neighborhood after the meal is over.
Thanksknitting by Katie Pomper is a bottom up … Read More ...
Earlier this year, after a deep cold snap where I live, I collected a bunch of balaclava knitting patterns. I’m sad to report my husband still doesn’t have his (though I’m hoping to make it for Christmas), but I … Read More ...
If the holidays have you traveling at all, or you need something to do when your family descends on your house, check out the Knitting Activity Book by Debbi Deitke.
This book has more than 100 knitting-themed puzzles including:
I love a pattern that gives the knitter choices. Sure, you can alter designs to make them longer or shorter or change the neckline yourself, but it’s nice to have some of those options laid out for you in the … Read More ...
Fall is a great time to freshen up the inside of your home with some new decor. Seasonal pillows are pretty fast projects that easily change the look of your couch.
This Fall Harvest Pillow from Yarnspirations looks complicated but … Read More ...
I can never decide if I like my knit holiday decor better when it’s cartoony or when it’s more accurate to nature. Trevor the Turkey is making a solid case for more accurate representation of turkeys (though they’re not quite … Read More ...
I’m not really one to decorate with acorns, but I can attest to nature’s willingness to decorate my whole neighborhood with acorns this time of year. And now that I’ve seen this knit acorn pattern from Kim Hamlin at Fiber … Read More ...
The name of this pattern made me laugh — it’s called Pardon a Turkey by Amy Marie and this is one feathered beast that is not going to get eaten this holiday season.
The design is worked with mosaic Garter … Read More ...
Circular yokes are fun to knit and somehow make a sweater seem to go faster because you have all this fun stuff to do at the beginning of the project and then it’s smooth (and fast) sailing through the often … Read More ...
Cardigans are my go-to for layering, and I actually have a couple that I wear around the house, on top of other sweaters in winter or over whatever I’m wearing the rest of the year (I’m cold a lot of … Read More ...
It’s been raining for days where I live so I want all the cozy knits on my body and on my knitting needles. Rosalie from Berroco is a great option if you’re looking for a shawl that also doubles as … Read More ...
This time of year I always start thinking about knitting socks again.
Whether you’re a seasoned sock knitter or looking out for your first pair, the Cinna Socks from Rachael Raimo – Maven Crafted are a fun and easy choice.… Read More ...