After the freezing cold weather we’ve been having where I live and the unpleasantness of shovelling the driveway when it’s 0 degrees, my husband asked me to knit him a balaclava.
Of course once I do it it will probably … Read More ...
Give Your Sweater the Cold Shoulder
I can’t imagine wearing a sweater that bares your shoulders in the snow, which may be a sign that I’m old (or currently sitting on the couch in front of a fire while wearing the warmest sweater I own).
Still, … Read More ...
Wallflower Sweater Knitting Pattern
The Wallflower Pullover by The Petite Knitter is super cozy looking and features bold floral colorwork.
It’s worked in worsted weight yarn and there are two options for the length of the sweater and 9 sizes up to a … Read More ...
Knit a Sweater Inspired by the Queen’s Gambit
I haven’t watched “The Queen’s Gambit” yet, but it is on my list, and I know I’ll finish it up with a minor obsession with chess and 1960s fashion.
The Queen’s Gambit Sweater from Lion Brand Yarn isn’t inspired by … Read More ...
Bauble of Love Knitting Pattern
If you’re the type who keeps a holiday tree up throughout the year (or whose just become that sort of person because your Christmas tree is still up; no judgement!) maybe you need a little Valentine’s ball to decorate with.… Read More ...
Heart Hat Knitting Patterns
Hearts are a simple knitting motif that just makes you feel good. They’re fun to knit and great to wear any time of year.
It seems like there have been a lot of new heart hat knitting patterns released recently, … Read More ...
Wear Your Hearts on Your Mittens
I love hearts on projects any time of year, but when Valentine’s Day rolls around they’re especially cute. I’m clearly not the only one who feels that way, because I have been seeing a lot of heart-adorned knitting patterns lately.… Read More ...
A Sweet Bit of Knitting from Miss Babs
Sometimes you just need to knit something fun for yourself. (And if ever there was a time for selfish knitting, I feel like this is it!)
Eclair Cake by Veronica Parsons from Miss Babs Yarn is a great little treat … Read More ...
Lunar New Year Decorations to Knit
If you celebrate the Lunar New Year or want to appreciate and learn more about the holiday as someone who doesn’t have that tradition, these knit Lunar New Year decorations from Tina Tse Knits are a fun option.
There is … Read More ...
Sanders Cowl Knitting Pattern
We have been having so much fun with all the Bernie Sanders inspired knitting patterns lately, and I could not resist adding one of my own to the mix.
The Sanders Cowl uses four colors of yarn and is worked … Read More ...
A Hat to Knit for Your Sweetheart or Yourself
Hearts are fun to knit any time of year, but since it’s usually cold in February you might as well knit a heart-covered hat to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
This one, the Sweetheart Hat from ReLo_Designs is super sweet, with hearts … Read More ...
Lacy Legwarmer Knitting Pattern
Legwarmers have a bad reputation as being totally ’80s or an accessory that only dancers really need. But legwarmers actually are a great way to keep your legs a little warmer underneath jeans (or pajama pants for that matter) or … Read More ...
More Bernie Mitten Inspired Knits
After nearly a dozen Bernie Mitten knitting patterns popped up in a matter of days, knitters are now getting into other projects inspired by those now-iconic mitts. Lots of patterns are now available on Etsy also.
They actually have a … Read More ...
More Bernie Mittens Knitting Patterns
Knitters are quick to jump on a fiber-related theme, and since I shared the Bernie mittens colorwork chart yesterday I’ve seen more than half a dozen more Bernie mittens knitting patterns pop up on Raverly and elsewhere. Let’s take a … Read More ...
Meandering Cables to Cover Your Head
Cables and lace inspired by a crackling fire swirl around the Emberly hat pattern designed by Vanessa Smith.
It’s worked in the round from the bottom up and comes in one size that fits a variety of heads. It uses … Read More ...