Looking for a cute way to keep your ears warm in the cold season? The Thicket headband pattern from Mirella Moments uses mirrored cables and is knit flat, then seamed with a twist for extra cuteness.
It uses worsted weight… Read More ...
Knit a Vest for Your Happy Place
I’m a big fan of vests for an extra layer of warmth, and the Happy Place Vest by Veera Välimäki is a great one.
This vest is nice and long — just about knee length — with a split hem, … Read More ...
Fuzzy Bucket Hat Knitting Pattern
If you live somewhere cold, you know the importance of a nice warm hat. The Sophie Bucket Hat from Two of Wands uses faux fur yarn to make a simple bell shaped hat that’s quick and easy to knit and … Read More ...
Add Some Texture to a Simple Knit Hat
This is such a clever way to add a little texture to a project without increasing the difficulty! The Fading Purls Hat from Knittinbro starts with a foldover brim (or you can use ribbing) and a deep field of purls … Read More ...
Knit a Frosty Sweater to Keep You Warm
I have a single ball of kind of peachy pink mohair yarn that I’ve been wanting to use, and I think I’m going to use it held with different yarn for the sleeves of a sweater, and then the … Read More ...
Brioche Blanket Knitting Pattern
Brioche knitting can be used for all sorts of projects, of course, but it seems like it’s most common on sweaters, hats and shawls.
The Sprouted Brioche Blanket from Lavanya Patricella uses blossoming brioche to make a blanket that almost … Read More ...
KnitPro Acquires Rights to Lantern Moon Brand
Lantern Moon was a company founded in 2001 that produced knitting needles and other tools with the aim of supporting artisans in Southeast Asia. I’m not totally sure of the backstory on what happened with the company, but they stopped … Read More ...
Fisherman’s Rib Scarf Knitting Pattern
My daughter’s teacher is often found on the car line in the mornings, and as the weather started to cool down I noticed that she wasn’t wearing a warm scarf, so I decided to make sure she had something warm, … Read More ...
Simple Bulky Mitten Knitting Pattern
I prefer to wear gloves over mittens, but they do take a long time to knit because you need to use thin yarn so you have enough stitches to make the fingers.
The benefits to mittens include that they’re actually … Read More ...
Sock Monkey Slipper Socks Knitting Pattern
Sock monkeys are iconic, and the socks that make them are unmistakable. While you can buy sock monkey-style socks to wear, you can also knit these cozy socks for yourself or any sock monkey fan in your life.
This version, … Read More ...
Knit Fancy Balls for Your Holiday Tree
If you’d like a knit Christmas ornament that’s traditional but not a plain ball, check out these fancy balls from Tin Can Knits.
They’re actually more elongated than balls, but still a classic Christmas shape that’s fun and fast to … Read More ...
Tom Daley Launches Knitting Store, Partnership with We Are Knitters
Tom Daley has been busy since he dove into the hearts of knitters everywhere with his prodigious knitting and crocheting while competing at the Summer Olympics.
He recently launched the website By Tom Daley, which includes knit and … Read More ...
Super Long Legwarmer Knitting Pattern
If you’re looking for a super fun pattern to knit for yourself or for a gift, check out these super comfy and colorful scrunchy legwarmers from My Poppet Makes.
They use a multicolored yarn in medium weight, but you could … Read More ...
Lion Brand Launches Schitt’s Creek Yarn, Patterns
If you’re a fan of the show “Schitt’s Creek” or know someone who is, you’ll want to check out the newest collection from Lion Brand Yarn.
They recently launched a Schitt’s Creek branded line of yarn, which is … Read More ...
Tiny Tree Socks Knitting Pattern
I was just about to declare time for Christmas knitting over (though I’m still finishing up a project for gifting as I type), but I’ll make an exception for these Tiny Tree Socks from Summer Lee.
Use the scraps from … Read More ...