Now that it’s finally gotten cold where I live, I am all about the layering projects. I’ll happily wear a long-sleeved shirt with a sweater on top, then a vest on top of that. And maybe another sweater or a … Read More ...
Textured Mittens to Knit for Winter
It’s finally feeling like winter where I live (we even got a little snow a few days ago!) so I’m feeling the need to knit all the winter accessories. The other day I made a hat and I think I … Read More ...
Learn to Steek with this Coaster Knitting Pattern
Steeking is a cool knitting technique that allows you to knit colorwork in the round even if the project you’re working isn’t fully circular (for example you can knit a cardigan in the round with a steek, then cut it … Read More ...
Knit a Vest for Your Happy Place
I’m a big fan of vests for an extra layer of warmth, and the Happy Place Vest by Veera Välimäki is a great one.
This vest is nice and long — just about knee length — with a split hem, … Read More ...
Fuzzy Bucket Hat Knitting Pattern
If you live somewhere cold, you know the importance of a nice warm hat. The Sophie Bucket Hat from Two of Wands uses faux fur yarn to make a simple bell shaped hat that’s quick and easy to knit and … Read More ...
Knit a Frosty Sweater to Keep You Warm
I have a single ball of kind of peachy pink mohair yarn that I’ve been wanting to use, and I think I’m going to use it held with different yarn for the sleeves of a sweater, and then the … Read More ...
Brioche Blanket Knitting Pattern
Brioche knitting can be used for all sorts of projects, of course, but it seems like it’s most common on sweaters, hats and shawls.
The Sprouted Brioche Blanket from Lavanya Patricella uses blossoming brioche to make a blanket that almost … Read More ...
Simple Bulky Mitten Knitting Pattern
I prefer to wear gloves over mittens, but they do take a long time to knit because you need to use thin yarn so you have enough stitches to make the fingers.
The benefits to mittens include that they’re actually … Read More ...
Lion Brand Launches Schitt’s Creek Yarn, Patterns
If you’re a fan of the show “Schitt’s Creek” or know someone who is, you’ll want to check out the newest collection from Lion Brand Yarn.
They recently launched a Schitt’s Creek branded line of yarn, which is … Read More ...
Stocking Stuffer Cowl Knitting Pattern
My grandmother knit these colorwork stockings for all her kids, their spouses and children, and my mom has been stitching them for our spouses and children.
The Stocking Stuffer Cowl from Telly Bean Knits brings that same classic energy in … Read More ...
Christmas Bauble Knitting Pattern
There’s nothing better than a Christmas tree covered in knitting, and this simple Christmas bauble knitting pattern makes it easy to knit a variety of ornaments for your tree.
These basic balls can be stitched up with the colorwork patterns … Read More ...
Little Pine Tress to Knit
This year we don’t have a big Christmas tree because we have kittens. I haven’t really gotten into decorating at all, but I would like to have a little holiday on our fireplace mantel.
These little pine trees from Tina … Read More ...
The Perfect Zip Up to Knit
I tend to be pretty traditional in the knitting projects that I choose. I like pullovers and open cardigans. Sometimes I’ll knit a cardigan with buttons but I usually don’t use them.
While there’s a bit of intimidation factor involved … Read More ...
A Holiday Sweater That’s Not Too Holiday
Tamy Gore describes her Riverwinds Pullover as a simple, cozy Christmas sweater, which it absolutely could be knit as shown in red and white (or even red and green). But it’s a holiday sweater that isn’t really that holiday, … Read More ...
Book Review – Operation Sock Drawer: The Guide to Building Your Stash of Hand-Knit Socks
Knit yourself a drawer of beautiful socks with the Knitmore Girls
Inspired by the gorgeous sock drawers of Susan B. Anderson, Jasmin and Gigi of The Knitmore Girls podcast started the hashtag #operationsockdrawer in an effort to knit a collection … Read More ...