Mythical creatures are a lot of fun, and these jackalope mitts from Jacquline Rivera are a great way to show off your love for unreal animals.
The top side of the mitt features half a jackalope face so that when … Read More ...
Flower Knitting Patterns
This is the time of year for flowers in the northern part of the world at least, but it’s always a good time to knit flowers to enjoy when the weather doesn’t cooperate with the real ones. I picked these … Read More ...
Have Fun with Color in the Ocean Pathways Sweater Knitting Pattern
The Ocean Pathways Sweater by Francoise Danoy has a striking colorwork yoke with a lot of meaning behind it.
The motifs include Aramoana, or ocean pathways, P?tikitiki (flounder fish) and nihoniho (teeth) to create a colorful story of resilience and … Read More ...
String Market Shopping Bag Knitting Patterns
It’s the season of farmers markets and farm stands, so it’s a great time to knit a string bag to hold all your goodies. Here are a few great options I found on Etsy.
The BYOB Market Bag from Wyndlestraw … Read More ...
Keep it Simple with the Straw Cardigan Knitting Pattern
I love a good grandpa cardigan. I guess that’s not a good name for them, because everyone likes and deserves a comfortable sweater to relax in.
Whatever you call them, boxy, relaxed, slouchy, this style is great, and the Straw … Read More ...
A Lightweight, Lacy Tee that’s Perfect for Summer Knitting
I’m a big fan of loose knit tops to wear on top of tank tops or bralettes in the summer, though I definitely haven’t knit enough of them to have much of a summer knit wardrobe.
Pleione by Audrey Borrego … Read More ...
7 Tank Top Knitting Patterns
Welcome to our roundup of the top 7 tank top knitting patterns! Tank tops are a summer staple and a great way to add a touch of style to your wardrobe. Whether you’re looking for a basic, simple design or … Read More ...
7 Vest Knitting Patterns
Welcome to our roundup of the top 7 vest knitting patterns! Vests are a versatile and stylish addition to any wardrobe, and they’re perfect for layering during the colder months. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter, you’re sure … Read More ...
Colorful Little Mitts to Knit
I really feel like I need to knit the Earth People sweater I shared the other day and a pair of these Fingerless Lájish (Mittens) from Jennifer Berg and have a whole graphic diamond ensemble.
These mitts are short, which … Read More ...
Twist Your Stitches for a Big Graphic Statement in the Earth Folk Sweater
I love the graphic element of the Earth Folk sweater from Annie Lupton. Colorwork has been so popular lately and I don’t think it’s going away anytime soon, but it’s great to see a solid color pattern that still makes … Read More ...
Take a Break with the Break in the Tide Shawl
Tif Neilan’s A Break in the Tide Shawl looks more complicated than it is.
It looks like blocks of brioche and Garter Stitch, but instead of brioche it’s actually Fisherman’s Rib, an alternative that gives a similar look but is … Read More ...
Knit a Cowl Inspired by the Garden
The Wise Weeds pattern from Catherine Clark just reminds me of the garden.
It’s a deep colorwork cowl covered with floral motifs and designs related to medicinal herbs, including nettles, red clover, skullcap, fennel, fenugreek, raspberry leaf and chasteberry. These … Read More ...
6 Fingerless Mitt Knitting Patterns
Fingerless mitts are a great way to keep your hands warm without sacrificing your ability to use your fingers. Whether you’re typing on a computer, texting on your phone, or knitting your own fingerless mitts, these versatile hand warmers are … Read More ...
Cable Knit Sweater Pattern
Knit this cozy sweater up using 4-7 skeins of Lion Brand’s Wool-Ease thick and Quick yarn and U.S. size 35/19mm circular knitting needles. Finished sizes: S-L. Designed by Julia Anastasi. You can purchase this pattern here.
Looking for more Cable-styled
… Read More ... Book Review: Adorable Knitted Animals
I’m just going to say up front that Adorable Knitted Animals by Hiroko Ibuki 
is not for beginning knitters. There are some relatively easy projects, but even the simplest designs have a lot of pieces and require a lot of … Read More ...