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 ...
Cabled Watchcap Knitting Pattern
There’s something about cables that makes me think of winter. They just look so warm and cozy, especially when they’re on a great knit hat.
The Harris Cap from Annie Lupton just looks classic and yummy and like just the … Read More ...
Mandalorian Mitts to Knit
Now that “The Mandalorian
” is over for another season, it’s high time to start knitting some themed projects to keep Mando and the Grogu in our hearts and on our knitting needles.
Mando from Natela Astakhova is a … Read More ...
A Simple V-Neck to Knit from Your Stash
I think a lot of us are knitting from stash more lately than we might usually, what with yarn shops being closed some places and not traveling to events or buying as much yarn as we used to.
Joji Locatelli … Read More ...
Chevrons Add Texture to this Winter Sweater
I saw the Woodstove Season Pullover from Alicia Plummer recently when scrolling Ravelry and immediately fell in love.
It looks cozy without being boxy, and the chevron on the front adds a nice textured detail that’s super subtle. Worked in … Read More ...
Play with Colorwork in this Striking Cowl
Stranded knitting is great for projects when the weather is cold because the yarn carried at the back makes a double thickness in the fabric.
The Thabo Cowl from Noma Ndlovu uses a band of stranded knitting to make a … Read More ...
Knit a Simple Boxy Sweater
After all the rush and bustle of the holidays, it feels like a good time to knit something simple. And also something warm, cozy and easy to wear that you’ll want to use all winter long.
The Faro Sweater from … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Love Heart Motif Blanket
Knit up this beautiful Heart Motif Blanket by Sarah Murray in Deramores Studio Aran. This pliable yarn is a wonderfully soft acrylic yarn which has been developed with anti-pilling technology and is ideal for both knitting and crocheting. This great … Read More ...
Knit a Cowl that Looks Like a Shawl
When is a shawl not really a shawl? When it’s an asymmetrical cowl, which has sort of a shawl shape but is attached at the back so it won’t fall off.
It’s really the best of both worlds, a cowl … Read More ...
Cap Off the Year with a Quick Knitting Project
I think it’s a good idea to end the year by finishing a project. If you don’t already have something you need to finish, maybe you should cast on a project now that you can still finish by the end … Read More ...
Wave of Change Now Has a Pullover Version
I told you about the original Wave of Change cardigan when it first came out earlier this year so it’s worth noting that the designer, Denise Bayron, has recently released a pullover version as well.
The pullover Wave of Change … Read More ...
These Nubby Socks are Great for Lounging
I haven’t knit a lot of short socks but I have a great affection for the ones that I do have. It’s sometimes nice, especially when just hanging out at home, to have socks that just cover the feet and … Read More ...