Patterns, projects and techniques
One of my favorite back-to-school knitting patterns that I’ve made was a simple pencil pouch worked in self-striping yarn and lined with fun fabric.
This EasyPeasy Pencil Pouch from HandmadeHandsome is slightly more complicated than my pattern in that it … Read More ...
Little knit accessories are a lot of fun for back to school (and any other time) because they can bring a touch of handmade to any day.
This little gingham knit scrunchie from Sarah Bishop is really cute and can … Read More ...
These cosy socks will keep your feet snug in no time! This pattern uses the yarn both Novita 7 VELJESTÄ and Novita 7 VELJESTÄ Korpi which contains 75% Wool and 25% Polyamide. The softness of the yarn comes from the … Read More ...
I’m still kind of bummed we missed our normal beach vacation this year, but if you live near a body of water (or want to pretend you can visit your favorite beach this year) it might be time to knit … Read More ...
I love a good raglan sweater, and this little raglan cardigan for a baby is both simple and adorable.
The Betsy Baby Cardigan from Lion Brand Yarn is a little short sleeved, buttonless cardigan that uses eyelets to shape the … Read More ...
It might not feel quite like time to start thinking about sweaters for the kids, but it really is. Cooler weather will be here before we know it, so it pays to have some easy (and cute) patterns at the … Read More ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
This Cardi is chunky and fun and the pattern is free, but this little beauty will set you back just under $100 worth of yarn. But It is well worth it, it’s stunningly funky and Boho. This pattern is free … Read More ...
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 ...
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 ...
Have you ever seen a cat couch? It’s a mini version of a normal couch, meant for a cat (or, I suppose, a small dog, though that lacks the alliteration). Because of course cats deserve their own furniture.
This is … Read More ...
This free knitting pattern comes via Lionbrand and you can download the free pattern here. This little dress is almost like a tunic with added details. The dress above has been made in the color “Blossom” which you can … Read More ...
This time of year you might not feel like knitting full garments. Or maybe you just want to get rid of a little leftover yarn or make a quick accessory to go with an outfit (we still need to look … Read More ...
