I am a big fan of plain designs for summer because I like my summer tops and tanks to knit up fast. But sometimes taking the extra time to add some fun details really pays off.
Such is the case … Read More ...
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by Sarah White
I am a big fan of plain designs for summer because I like my summer tops and tanks to knit up fast. But sometimes taking the extra time to add some fun details really pays off.
Such is the case … Read More ...
Knit up this wonderful Nurse Teddy that has been designed by Knitables.
This pattern has been substituted in the yarn Deramores Studio DK which has been developed with anti-pilling technology.
Measurements: Standing teddy measures approx 24cm (9.5in) from the soles … Read More ...
by Sarah White
As much as I’m not ready to admit it, it’s probably time to start thinking at least a little bit about knits for fall. Shawls are great for the end of summer and beginning of fall, when the early mornings … Read More ...
Cuddle up with this squishy throw all winter long! Featuring luxurious texture and a variety of stitches, this cozy blanket will hold your interest as you knit and watch the pattern emerge. The wool blend yarn makes for a perfect … Read More ...
This beautiful pattern for an Aran style jacket with teddy bear motif is adorable. I love seeing vintage patterns re-surfacing. Some of these designs as such classics that you would not even imagine that they were indeed vintage styled patterns. … Read More ...
by Sarah White
There’s definitely something to be said for super simple, plain knits for summer tops. They’re on and off the needles fast, and their simplicity kind of goes with the season.
But sometimes it can be fun to add a little … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I always liked the meme that said something like knitting isn’t just a hobby it’s a post-apocalyptic life skill.
While this isn’t quite the apocalypse, I think a lot of us have found a lot of good reasons for knitting … Read More ...
by Sarah White
Earlier this month I told you about the emPOWER People project, which aims to get people to craft purple cowl/bandanas to start a conversation about social justice and to give people something special to wear when they go to protests … Read More ...
by Sarah White
There’s still a lot of summer to get through where I live, so I’m still thinking a lot about summery tops. The Easy Teeasy pattern from Allison Cribbs recently caught my eye (and if … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I love the idea behind the Igneous Sweater from Knitting Expat Designs. We probably all know about the trend of fading yarns to produce an ombre effect or just to combine colors in a harmonious way in a project, but … Read More ...
This Dachsund Knitting pattern is available for free via Deramores, all you have to do is select the “Digital Pattern” option in the drop-down menu to grab the pattern for free.
Another addition to the Dera-Dogs collection, Stanley the Dachshund … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I have been knitting a lot of shawls this summer, because I like to wear them all the time. I’m loving this sweet Sunflower Shawl from Ali Ovenshine (Capellaluna Fibers).
It’s a big shawl worked in simple stitches (mostly Seed … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I’ve been wanting to knit a new market bag for a while now. Probably because I miss going to the market and would love to have a nice new accessory when I go again.
Bags are great to knit in … Read More ...
by Sarah White
PDX Knitterati recently released a great new pattern called Half the Sky, inspired by a time-lapse photo of the night sky.
It uses slipped stitches and star stitch to make the tracks and stars in the sky.
It’s such a … Read More ...
by Sarah White
We’ve all been home for a LONG time now, so it might be a good time to knit some new accessories for the house.
This Any Angle pillow from Yarnspirations looks like fun. It uses three colors to make a … Read More ...