The latest issue of Knitty just dropped the other day, so I thought it might be fun to highlight some patterns you still have time to knit for gifts, if you’re still in the market for some.
The Skew Too… Read More ...
Knit a Hat for Your Little Elf
Lots of these gift idea knitting patterns have been for adults, but of course one way to get a project done fast is to make something for a child (tell that to the gigantic blanket I’ve been working on for … Read More ...
A New Season of Minutia
I always love the Minutia patterns from Berroco: little bitty ornaments that are perfect for any knitter’s tree and, honestly, great for gift knitting to all sorts of people.
This year’s collection includes knit and crocheted stockings, a wee colorwork … Read More ...
A Bunch of Bulky Cowls
These last-minute cowls from Churchmouse Yarns definitely fit the name.
The collection of three quick and easy patterns — each worked with bulky or super bulky yarn and size 17 US knitting needles — overs enough variety that you can … Read More ...
A Few Simple Sweaters for Gift Knitting
When it comes to gift knitting, sweaters can be a bit intimidating. But don’t let that stop you from creating a beautiful and thoughtful gift for someone special. There are plenty of simple sweater patterns out there that are perfect … Read More ...
Sweet, Simple Garter Stitch Gnomes
These little knit gnomes from Knitting and So On are so cute and pretty easy to put together, too.
Consider it a knit alternative to an elf on the shelf.
They’re worked in a wedge shape through the use of … Read More ...
Introducing 30(ish) Days of Gift Knitting
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to really start thinking about the holidays, and I, for one, am completely unprepared.
I always decide at the last minute (aka, right about now) that I want to knit a bunch … Read More ...
Knit a Loop in Color-Changing Yarn
Sometimes it is hard to know what to do with really colorful yarns. What sort of stitch pattern can you use to show off the yarn without it being too fussy?
Life is Cozy has hit upon a great idea … Read More ...
Hygge Knitting Patterns to Keep You Cozy All Winter
You’ve probably heard the term hygge by now, which is a Danish term that encompasses the cozy, warm, welcoming feelings of home in the wintertime.
Right up a knitter’s alley, am I right?
All Free Knitting has a great collection … Read More ...
Hate Kitchener Stitch? Here’s a Way to Avoid it
The other day I shared a post with a mnemonic device to help you remember how to work the Kitchener stitch.
But even when you know how to do it, it is, admittedly, not a lot of fun.
What … Read More ...
Knit the Classic Hat of the Season: A Pompom Beanie
A lot of designers and stores are selling slouchy pompom beanies this year, because big knitting and pompoms are still on trend. Of course we know you don’t need to pay high-end prices for what’s actually a pretty simple knitting … Read More ...
Give Your Tables and Chairs Elf Legs for the Holidays
This project is so funny I just couldn’t resist sharing it.
How great would it be to equip your dining room tables and chairs with elf shoes for your holiday party? Or to yarn bomb a chair in your favorite … Read More ...
Get Your Christmas Knitting Started with Red Heart
I’m still in a bit of denial about how soon the holidays will be here, but if you are more of a planner than I am (and you should be!), you might be interested to know about Red Heart’s 12 … Read More ...
Got Kids Who Love Finger Knitting? Try Making a Hat
My daughter is 8, and she and most of her classmates are pretty obsessed with finger knitting right now. They love being able to make something wherever they go, and luckily I’ve donated a lot of yarn to the school … Read More ...
A Funny Way to Remember How to Kitchener
Kitchener stitch is a classic way to close up the toes of socks, and is sometimes used in other knitting projects as well.
But it’s one of those things that we don’t use often enough to always be able to … Read More ...