Since I’ve been writing a lot about using your yarn stash and leftovers from other projects a lot lately (see projects with two strands held together, patterns for leftovers, projects using minis, to name a few) the … Read More ...
A Scarf Knitting Pattern for Learning How to Knit
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about learning how to knit, and what would be helpful or what essential skills are needed to get from that first project to other projects with confidence.
I know a lot of people start … Read More ...
How to Get a Neater Edge on Your Knitting
If you’re looking to refine your knitting techniques in the new year, or you’re new to knitting and wondering why your edges look so weird, you might enjoy this deep dive into edge stitches, why they look that way and … Read More ...
Super Easy Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns
Whenever there’s a new baby in your life, whether it’s your own or someone in your friend group or family is having a baby, there’s a strong drive among all knitters to cover that little thing in knits. And every … Read More ...
What’s the Best Cast On Method for Knitting? Beginner-Friendly Cast Ons Explained
I’ve learned a lot of different cast on methods through the years, and taught a lot of them, too, whether in person or online.
My absolute favorite to teach new knitters is the knit cast on because once you know … Read More ...
Make an Easy Loom Knit Hat
If you don’t already know how to knit hats using knitting needles, you might be a bit intimidated by them. Of course if you don’t want to mess with circular knitting needles you can always knit flat hats and sew … Read More ...
Easy Cardigan Knitting Patterns
After sharing the pattern for a super simple boxy cardigan yesterday, I got to thinking more about cardigan knitting. I used to say that I didn’t like cardigans, but now I have a “house cardigan” that I wear as an … Read More ...
Easy Mitten Knitting Pattern
I recently shared a post all about mitts and mittens to knit using sock yarn leftovers. I know using sock yarn for mittens makes it sound like they will take forever, and maybe not even be that warm because the … Read More ...
Easy Sweater Knitting Patterns
It’s definitely the season for knitting sweaters if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere. I feel like I’ve shared a lot of roundups of sweater knitting patterns through the years, and this time I wanted to highlight a few different construction … Read More ...
Easy Triangular Scarf Knitting Pattern
This triangular scarf or shawl is a great way to practice working increases if you’re new to knitting. It starts with just 3 stitches and is worked in garter stitch with increases every other row (use a marker to indicate … Read More ...
Knit a Super Simple Vest
I love a project that’s great for beginners but also gives people who might have more projects under their belts (read: more stash) to use what they have in a fun and creative way.
The Bernat Beginner Change Your Stripes … Read More ...
Easy Scarf Knitting Patterns for Beginners
I don’t suppose it’s always true, but a lot of times it seems to be true that people’s first real knitting project is a scarf. I teach a basic garter stitch scarf when I’m teaching people how to knit, and … Read More ...
Color Blocked Pocket Scarf Knitting Pattern
I love a good scarf. I have knit so many scarves (and cowls, and shawls) through the years I could probably wear a different one every day for a month. But there’s always room for more scarves, if you ask … Read More ...
Knit Your First Shawl — It’s a Piece of Cake
There have been many great innovations in the knitting and fiber arts world in the more than 20 (!) years that I’ve been writing about these subjects online. Different fibers and materials and styles of knitting needles and new tools … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Baby Booties
The Baby Booties pattern is a simple yet adorable design that is perfect for keeping your little one’s feet warm and cozy. This particular pattern uses Patons Beehive Baby Sport yarn, a soft and lightweight yarn that is perfect … Read More ...