Free Patterns, Tutorials and Project Ideas
These pillows, designed by Nicky Epstein, would look perfect adorning my porch swing, don’t you think? Well, second thought, the chickens… yeah, never mind.
The official name: “Knitting in Tuscany” Della Robbia Flower Pillows. The pattern by Nicky Epstein was … Read More ...
Nancy, of NobleKnits.com puts out a really cute newsletter. In her latest, she outlines the Top Ten Reasons To Knit With Cotton.
Remember my desperate plea for help with my socks (well, maybe it was more like “help me not buy any more sock yarn”)? Anyway, I have issues with socks. They don’t quite fit. I wear them and love them … Read More ...
In Spin Off’s new e-newsletter, there is an article on plying with beads. Interesting, not because I need another hobby, but it’s just something that never occured to me. Spin your yarn, thread some beads on one of the … Read More ...
I like shrugs. They’re totally functional. And versatile. And totally cool! This one’s made out of Nature’s Organic Cotton. Lots of awesome colors (including, yes, green! But I think I like the Dusty Blue color best).
This is one of … Read More ...
It’s always a good time to add a little bit of charm to your home decor, and what better way to do that than with a handmade ornament or decoration? The Buffalo Girls Design offers a wide range of cute … Read More ...
Now this is one BIG BAG!! Wonder if it would meet airline carry-on regulations! Wouldn’t it be awesome? Think of all of the yarn… you could carry. Ecstasy! And the pattern is free, among all of the free patterns … Read More ...
From the Record Searchlight at Redding.com, Damon Arthur reports: Patty Burrough, a paraprofessional at a Foothill High School Special Day Class, works with senior Abi Garcia, 19, last Thursday. Burrough was helping Garcia say the name of her classmate Moriah … Read More ...
Looking for a cute and cozy Easter project? Check out this free pattern from PolarKnits! This pattern features a soft and squishy yarn that is perfect for creating warm and snuggly knits, making it great for Easter baskets or gifts.… Read More ...
If you haven’t seen or even tried the Nantucket Bagg, you must see it. It’s the best. Made out of machine washable polyester, it has more pockets than I can count (30), is reversible (so the pockets can be on … Read More ...
Cute! Of course, what wouldn’t be cute with this face sticking out of it? Adorable, quick knit
, using sizes 7 and 8 needles. The pattern is free, from Red Heart, using their Moon and Stars yarn (which comes in … Read More ...
Different looks with different colors! Go bold. Go pastel. It’s all up to you. This combination pictured is brought to you by BT Yarns and you can get the pattern here: http://www.btyarns.com/servlet/StoreFront… Read More ...
This is taken directly from Handknitting.com’s newsletter, here: http://www.handknitting.com . Be sure to sign up, lots of good stuff!
Ok, problem here – (hands waving wildly in the air from the back of the class).
I have approximately 257 skeins of sock yarn. These need to be knit, obviously, into the socks that I bought them for (patterns … Read More ...
This is a new yarn from Tahki Stacy Charles, a drapey, linen viscose blend, perfect for summer tops. I don’t know, I just like the name of it!
Here is a free pattern from Tahki Stacy Charles using this yarn: … Read More ...
