This week’s free pattern from Classic Elite Yarns is the lovely Chevron Eyelet Scarf, a great project for summer when you need something to throw on in cooler moments.
In addition to being pretty and easy, this scarf offers … Read More ...
Knit Dishcloths: A Great Choice for Summer
If you live somewhere where it gets hot in the summer and you still want to be able to knit comfortably (maybe even outside), knitting washcloths and dishcloths is a great way to spend some of your summer knitting time. … Read More ...
Afghans for Afghans Looks to Shower Babies
Afghans for Afghans is a longstanding knitting-related humanitarian organization that provides hats, blankets, socks and other warm knit goods to the people of Afghanistan.
Right now they’re in the midst of a June baby shower campaign and are seeking socks … Read More ...
Knit a Cabled Blanket for Baby
I love knitting baby blankets because they give you a chance to play with a motif or stitch pattern on a relatively small scale.
The Sweet Cables Baby Blanket from purl3agony uses a chunky yarn and a sweet stitch pattern … Read More ...
8 Knitting Patterns for the Summer Beach Trip
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the sunshine, the sound of the waves, and the sand between your toes. But don’t forget to bring along your knitting! There’s nothing quite like sitting on the beach with a cool breeze … Read More ...
Help Mom Relax with These Knitted Spa Patterns
I don’t know a mom who couldn’t use a little pampering, and there are lots of ways we can make that happen with the help of knitting. Why not whip up a scrubber or a soap sack and throw in … Read More ...
10 Coaster Knitting Patterns
Coasters are a practical and functional addition to any home, and they make a great gift for any occasion. If your mom loves to have a cup of coffee or tea at the ready, a stack of hand-knit coasters would … Read More ...
Knit a Lightweight Shawl for Spring
It’s getting warmer — and hopefully will stay that way this time! — but it’s still helpful to have a little bit of knitting to throw over your shoulders when the wind picks up or you’re in a place where … Read More ...
Knit an Easy Chevron Baby Blanket
I have a friend who just the other day was lamenting the fact that chevron is still a trend. I didn’t want to tell her that knitters and crocheters have always loved a good chevron, and we’re happy to see … Read More ...
Pinwheel Dishcloth – Free Knitting Pattern
I’m a sucker for a good dishcloth or washcloth knitting pattern, and especially this time of year it’s fun to make cloths you can use in your spring cleaning.
The Pinwheel Dish Cloth from Craftown is really cute and it’s … Read More ...
Check Out This Adorable Farm Blanket for Kids
I saw this one the other day in the Lion Brand newsletter and I knew I just had to share it. The Animal Talk Afghan, designed by Amy Bahrt, is a super cute blanket featuring a pig, sheep, duck … Read More ...
How to Fix a Worn Heel in a Sock
Knit socks are a thing of beauty, and a thing that’s meant to be worn and enjoyed. But socks are under a lot of pressure, particularly in the heel and toe areas, so the odds are good if your socks … Read More ...
Dallas Hospital Wants Blankets for Every Baby
Parkland Hospital in Dallas is the public hospital for Dallas County, which means they deliver a lot of babies in a lot of different circumstances.
They’re teaming up with Warm Up, America to try to fulfill a great — and … Read More ...
Finishing Workshop: Adding Crochet to Knitting
Sometimes you just want a little extra edging on a knitting project. Sure, you could pick up stitches around the edge of, say, a sweater, and knit a little lace at the bottom.
But it’s a major pain to … Read More ...
Ways to Get Rid of Extra Yarn
If after a month of thinking about stash busting you’ve realized there’s some yarn in your stash that you don’t ever want to knit with, don’t worry. It happens to all of us! (I used to buy grab bags when … Read More ...
