Mutonia is a sort of travelers’ camp, sort of arists’ colony in Italy that has been relatively peacefully existing for 23 years. From what I’ve read there’s basically one person who wants rid of them, and community is in danger … Read More ...
See How Berroco Sweaters Look on a Live Model
I’m not proud to admit it, but I’m not a really regular reader of the Berroco blog, even though I love Berroco yarn and I think Norah Gaughan is a genius and I’m so inspired by what they do.
That … Read More ...
An Adorable Summer Top for Girls
This is not a new pattern, but it caught my eye in Lion Brand’s newsletter over the weekend and I know that I have to knit it right away.
The child’s playtime top is worked in two identical pieces with … Read More ...
A Cute Felted Lunch Bag
I’ve been thinking about knitting up a little lunch box or bag, not because anyone in my home would actually use such a thing, but just because I get the back to school spirit even though no one’s really going … Read More ...
Knit a Cabbage Patch Doll Hair Hat
Cabbage Patch Dolls — at least the ones I grew up with — had pretty distinctive yarn hair. So it makes sense that people would try to re-create that look with knitting and crochet.
Over at Craft Bits there’s a … Read More ...
A Pretty Capelet for Summer
I’m one of those people who needs a shawl or a sweater handy all year long because air conditioning in the south (even in my own home) is often too much for me to stand. So I’m loving this pretty … Read More ...
Project Idea: Make Your Own Shawl Pins
Shawl knitting is a lot of fun, but sometimes you have a problem when it comes to keep the shawl attached to your body without a lot of fuss.
Knitter Donna Herron, who blogs at purl3agony, discovered a fun, crafty … Read More ...
Knit Some Simple Holiday Gift Card Holders
Over at Craftown they’re already thinking about Christmas (and I heard yesterday some stores are already selling Christmas stuff), so if you’re ready to start your holiday crafting you might want to take a look at these knit gift card … Read More ...
A Pretty Summer Cardigan from Berroco
One of the yarns I used in my book that I completely fell in love with was Berroco Linsey. This pretty cotton yarn/linen yarn just says summer to me, and I used a multicolored pink version to knit an … Read More ...
Free Colorful Baby Blanket Pattern
It’s just turned into baby week here at Craft Gossip, hasn’t it? It just happens that a lot of people have been showing off great projects for babies lately, and that’s one genre where most of us can’t get enough, … Read More ...
Sweet Bloomers for Baby
Since the whole world seems to have babies on the brain right now, why not enjoy some cute free baby knitting patterns? Jordana Paige has a super-cute one on her site right now you’ll want to check out.
The Bottom … Read More ...
Sweet Summer Patterns from Rowan
There’s just something about Rowan. Their yarns are beautiful, and their projects just look British to me, so refined and tasteful and pretty and classic all at once.
Rowan is celebrating summer this year by offering its subscribers (it’s free … Read More ...
A Bunch of Free Fun Washcloth Knitting Patterns for You
If you’re looking for a fun and easy project to work on during your next knitting session, look no further than these free washcloth knitting patterns! These patterns are perfect for knitters of all skill levels, and they’re a great … Read More ...
Knit a Wreath for Your Holiday Door
If you’re one of those people who starts thinking Christmas in July, you’re sure to enjoy this easy — and easily customizable — pattern for a knit holiday wreath from Craftown. Designed by Melanie Smith, this project uses a foam … Read More ...
Free Pattern: Adorable, Quick Baby Sweater
You know I’ve got baby knitting on the brain since my new book came out, and even though I’ve spent a lot of time in the past year knitting baby things, I might have to knit just one more … Read More ...
