Since the giveaway of the day is books about Noro, and a few people have commented thay haven’t seen or used the yarn before, I thought I would share one of my longstanding works in progress that happens to be … Read More ...
Another Free Ebook from Knitting Daily
Yesterday I told you about Knitting Daily’s free ebook full of patterns from the television show’s ninth season. Today KD has another new free pattern collection just for the ladies.
The “5 Free Knitting Patterns for Women” ebook includes two … Read More ...
Check Out Cooperative Press’ Knit Edge
Shannon Okey, better known to some as KnitGrrl and the mastermind behind indie fiber publisher Cooperative Press, one spent some time knitting a British knitting magazine. Since she left that publication to start the Press, she says people have … Read More ...
Knitty’s First Fall Surprises are Out!
I love the days when Knitty releases new patterns. It feels like Christmas (or maybe this time of year, my birthday). Even if I don’t want to knit the patterns myself, it’s always fun to see what people are working … Read More ...
Sizing in Knitting Patterns
Every time I write a garment pattern, I think a lot about sizing. Not just the number of sizes to offer and the physical/mathematical work of making the pattern for various sizes, but also more generally about the proper size … Read More ...
Free Pattern: Sweater Babe’s Peplum Cardigan
This month’s free pattern from the Sweater Babe is a peplum cardigan worked from the top down with mock cables running down the front and used in belt loops that hold a ribbon belt in place.
The three-quarter sleeves are … Read More ...
Checking out the New Knitscene
Remember yesterday I told you about the Craft Magazines site at Zinio and the fact that Interweave publications were on sale? In the interest of testing out the service I snagged a copy of the fresh-to-the-newsstand fall issue of Knitscene… Read More ...
Free Pattern – Sanna’s Summer Cardigan
Really cute, isn’t it? For a week, this pattern is free. Go HERE, this is so cute. If I didn’t already have 2 cardigans on the needles, I’d definitely give this a go!
Looking for more knitting patterns for … Read More ...
New From Maddy Laine….
Spring is in the air. Ahhh, and even up here, the sun finally has some warmth to it. The air is warm (ish) and the vast fields of snow and ice are melting. It will be awhile before we see … Read More ...
Finally, Another Owl Sweater!
This owl sweater is a baby/toddler pattern.
The owl and branch are worked in intarsia method, worked in one piece (except the sleeves), and the pattern features both a chart and written instructions.
Go HERE to Ravelry to get your … Read More ...
Full Circle Yarn by Knit Picks!
Full circle yarn, made from recycled fibers. It’s spun from a blend of merino and highland wool fibers that would have been discarded, allowing for reduced waste and conservation of natural resources.
Ok, that’s what Knit Picks says.
This … Read More ...
Really Cool Cardigan/Poncho/Pullover Type Thing!
I hate to say that Sweater Babe has done it again, but Dudes! Katherine has totally rocked her newest design!
Check out this awesome cape with cable and lace details.
This is what Katherine has to say about her latest … Read More ...
Cable and Twists Cardigan
Sooooo pretty! I really like this, another one for the queue! It’s totally something I would wear, not glitzy and glamour-y (really, the cows and chickens don’t care what I look like as long as I keep dishing out the … Read More ...
Sweater Babe Does It Again!
Isn’t this adorable? I only WISH I could knit like she does. She churns out the cutest designs ever!
This is the Babe Zip Front Hello Kitty Cardigan. I’m not sure what other color would make it zip like this … Read More ...
Floral Cardigan – Perfect For Layering!
Made from Stitch Nation’s Bamboo Ewe, this is perfect for layering, or next to the skin. The color combinations are endless (think butter yellow sweater with green/red/orange flowers….)
Because I NEED something else in my queue!
Click HERE for a … Read More ...