It can be really difficult to find nice knitting patterns that are designed for larger women. Sometimes patterns that were originally designed for smaller sizes are graded up to fit a wider range of figures, but that conversion isn’t always … Read More ...
KnitBits: Trudeau’s Socks, New Twist Collective and Tons More
Did you hear about the 92-year-old woman who knit Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau a pair of socks? Well, he sent a hand written note back thanking her. Lillie Stewart has been knitting socks for 60-some years, and keeps her … Read More ...
KnitBits: Knitting for the Birds, New Knitty and Stylish Shibori
There are a couple of projects in the news this week that allow knitters to help animals in need. The first is the Royal Voluntary Service’s Big Knit, which raises money to support services for the elderly. The charity … Read More ...
KnitBits: Stitches West, a Podcast Patreon and Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse
As I mentioned yesterday in my review of Knitlandia, we knitters like to get together at a lot of events through the year. I’ve never been to the Stitches shows, but the blogger behind It Takes Balls to Knit … Read More ...
KnitBits: Inmates Knitting, Expensive Yarn and Fun with Needles
I loved this story from the Idaho Statesman about inmates in the Acute Mental Health Unit at the Idaho Department of Correction loom knitting dog sweaters for the Inmate Dog Alliance, in which prisoners train shelter dogs to make them … Read More ...
Leprechaun Knitting Patterns
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up soon, and in the past I have shared knitting patterns with shamrocks and a variety of Aran patterns for you to stitch up for the holiday.
This year I thought I’d look to see … Read More ...
Knit Bits: A Look at a Fashion Design Pro, Stylecraft Seeks yarn Line Input and How to Be a Good Knitting Student
The New York Times recently ran an interesting profile of Vladimir Teriokhin, a former ballet dancer in Russia turned sought-after high-fashion knitwear designer. He makes sweaters for the likes of Oscra de la Renta and Marc Jacobs, as well … Read More ...
Keep Cozy with a Moss Stitch Infinity Scarf
I have been seeing lots of patterns lately using Moss Stitch, particularly as a textured stitch for a cowl. Which is funny to me, because a Moss Stitch cowl has been my traveling project all fall (and is still a … Read More ...
A Great Technique for Neater Color Changes
We all know that knitting with different colors is a lot of fun and a great way to add personality to our knitting projects. Whether you’re working on stripes, stranded knitting, or intarsia, incorporating different colors into your work can … Read More ...
Giveaway: A to Z of Knitting
Congratulations to Ella!
A few weeks ago I gave away a good collection of learn-to-knit booklets that I reviewed all at once with some other books over at About.
This week I’ve got another one for you. A to Z … Read More ...
Tips for Substituting Yarn
Some knitters are really paranoid about using yarn other than what’s called for in the pattern. I once read that a majority of knitters even use the exact same colors called for in a pattern, as if changing a design … Read More ...
Giveaway: Knitting 101
Congratulations to Andy!
There are lots of great books out there that can help people learn to knit, and Knitting 101 by Carri Hammett covers a lot of ground in a relatively short (fewer than 200 pages) book that covers … Read More ...
6 Knitting Patterns For The Doctor Who Obsessed Fan
Allons-y, knitters! Are you ready to embark on a journey through time and space with the Doctor? Whether you’re a Whovian yourself or know someone who is, these 6 knitting patterns are the perfect way to show off your love … Read More ...
Get Some Great Free Patterns for Charity Knitting
Knit Picks has released a great little ebook for charity knitting (and crochet) that includes six projects for each craft that are perfect to make and donate to the charity of your choice. The Helping Hands ebook is a free … Read More ...
Giveaway: Vest Bets
Our winner is JoAnn.
Just so you know, the giveaway from last week is still going on, so check that one out, too, if you haven’t already (Facebook required).
I am a firm believer in knitting all year, and wearing … Read More ...