This is an old post I came across several months ago, but I wanted to share it because I’m hoping some of you have the New Year’s resolution to improve your knitting skills, and one great way to do that … Read More ...
Finger Knit Infinity Scarf
‘Tis the season for quick gifts, and it’s also a great time to start teaching kids in your life how to knit. Whether you knit this yourself or use it to get kids interested in fiber arts, this finger knit … Read More ...
Giant Knitting is Big
There are lots of different ways to knit, using needles, a loom, your fingers or your hands. And there are lots of scales on which you can knit, from teeny tiny projects that might fit a mouse to human-scaled objects … Read More ...
8 Knitted Hat Patterns
Winter is just around the corner and what better way to stay warm and cozy than with a handmade knitted hat? Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just starting out, we’ve got you covered with this roundup of 8 knitted … Read More ...
Star Wars Coffee Cup Cozies Are Super Simple to Knit
Are you gearing up for the new Star Wars movie? I should have a pattern celebrating the new movie soon, but in the meantime check out these cute and really easy Star Wars coffee cup cozies from Create in the … Read More ...
Knit a Great Knit Hat for Yourself or for a Gift
Though I haven’t actually started any holiday knitting yet, I am thinking about it, and I think this textured knit hat from Mama in a Stitch is going to end up on a lot of people’s holiday gifting knitting lists.… Read More ...
Fun Projects to Knit for Fall
I already have a list of too many things I want to knit before it gets much colder (not to mention some knit toys for my daughter for Christmas; I’ll share the inspiration behind that on Monday), but there are … 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 ...
8 Cozy Sock Patterns for HIM
Welcome to our roundup of 8 cozy sock patterns for HIM! Handmade socks make the perfect gift for the special men in your life, and they are a great way to add a touch of style and comfort to their … Read More ...
Giveaway: Books to Help Someone Learn to Knit
Congratulations to Kristen!
A few months ago I did a roundup over at About of some books to help people learn how to knit. I’m only going to link it once but I’m actually giving away four of the … Read More ...
8 Cozy Socks To Knit For Fall
There is something wonderfully comforting about pulling on a pair of hand-knit socks when the weather starts to cool. Whether you love simple beginner sock patterns, pretty lace details, warm ribbed cuffs, or colorful self-striping yarn, this collection … Read More ...
Giveaway: 750 Knitting Stitches
Knittingnotecards is our winner!
I’m a sucker for a good stitch dictionary, and I have more than my share, which is one of the reasons I’m giving this one away this week.
750 Knitting Stitches
is almost a coffee table … Read More ...
Your Quick Reference Guide to Common Increases and Decreases
We say that knitting is just two things: knitting and purling. But that isn’t really true. There are some other moves that admittedly aren’t any more difficult than knitting and purling that are super common and good to know for … 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 ...
Giveaway: Scarves in the Round
Ellen is our winner!
I don’t quite want to admit how quickly the weather will likely start to turn cool again. I’m still working on projects I hope to have done in time to wear this summer, but I know … Read More ...