Free Patterns, Tutorials and Project Ideas
Lots of knitters have design ideas they’d like to see published, but they might not know how to get started publishing patterns with third-party publications like yarn company websites, magazines and books.
Knit and crochet designer and mentor Tian Connaughton … Read More ...
A friend of mine recently asked on Facebook if people decorate for fall first, then Halloween, then back to fall for Thanksgiving, or if they go straight into Halloween decor. The overwhelming answer was to start with Halloween decorations, so … Read More ...
These little broomstick bookmarks would be so fun to make as favors for a Harry Potter party
or to give away in treat bags at your Halloween party.
They use tiny bits of worsted weight yarn and work up in … Read More ...
I love a good Halloween hat, because it’s often cool in the evenings by the time Halloween rolls around where I live, and having a seasonal hat to wear means you can look dressed up without actually wearing a costume.… Read More ...
If you’ve ever wanted to try intarsia, or want to challenge yourself with a fun (big but not difficult) instarsia project, Shiny Superhero’s The Last Cardigan would be a great option.
This boxy sweater uses intarsia blocks of color within … Read More ...
Hogwarts a History is a top-down, circular yoke sweater that provides a bunch of charts so you can customize your sweater to highlight your favorite parts of the Harry Potter series.
There are letters, golden snitches, the Deathly Hallows symbol, … Read More ...
Halloween tends to be a cooler day in most parts of the United States and other Northern Hemisphere countries, so if you’re handing out candy or walking a kiddo around the neighborhood, you might want to add some seasonally appropriate … Read More ...
Want a project that’s a little spooky for wearing around Halloween without being a full-on costume? Check out the X-ray mittens/gloves from Marjukka Vuorisalo.
This colorwork project can be worked in a bunch of different ways. You can make them … Read More ...
When holidays roll around, people who like to craft like to craft all sorts of different holiday related things. It’s fun to have a whole homemade ensemble and homemade decorations when you greet trick or treaters at the door.
Why … Read More ...
I’ll admit that before I came upon this knitting pattern I didn’t know that marshmallow mugs
were a thing, but apparently they are, and they are extra cute as a home decor item if you put little hats on them.… Read More ...
If you like your Halloween knits a little more subtle than pumpkins and ghosts, check out the Papa Spooky Cowl from Shauna Caffrey.
This spooky knit uses stranded knitting to produce skulls and curlicues. It’s worked in the round from … Read More ...
This knit hat covered with ghosts makes me smile for two different reasons. First, it’s really cute, and second, it’s called the Odd Soul Hat, which makes me smile because there’s a restaurant where I live called the Odd Soul.… Read More ...
Halloween knitting is always a treat, and this Let’s Boo-gie Sweater knitting pattern is just the kind of project that will get you in the spirit of the season. With its playful design and cozy fit, this Halloween sweater is … Read More ...
This little guy is so cute, and a perfect addition to your fall and Halloween decor.
Mr. Pumpkin is a pumpkin-headed doll wearing a little sweater and overalls. You can make his face spooky or sweet depending on your needs.… Read More ...
Fall might not quite be in the air just yet, but crafty people are definitely starting to get into the fall vibes. I’m longing to knit a big snuggly sweater (and some more pumpkins!) and I’ve been on the … Read More ...