No air, no water, no tender loving care—heck, not even a sprinkle of dirt needed to keep this little beauty thriving. Isn’t that just the dream plant? Seriously, if you’ve ever struggled to keep a cactus alive (no judgment here), … Read More ...
Tiny Turtles!
Sometimes you run across something that’s just so cute you want to drool. These are that! From T Matthews Fine Art, here. The free pattern for these adorable baby turtles is available here.… Read More ...
Free Pattern – Watermelon Hat
What do watermelons and hats have in common? Well, up here, watermelon is a summer thing, and hats can be too as we frequently dip down into the freezing zones even in July and August.
This free pattern, from Spud … Read More ...
Free Hoodie Pattern
While most of you are likely enjoying late spring/early summer temps. Up here, it’s still cold. Seriously. Ice in the chicken water this morning. Cold. So, sweaters are still called for. This one could serve double duty, just make it … Read More ...
Tattoo A Bag For Mom!
Sarah White from Knitting.About.com brings us this cool tote bag. Easy to knit in Lion Brand, Vanna’s Choice yarn. The tattoo is done with an intarsia technique, the perfect time for you to learn how to do this!
Kinda Like Socks, But Kinda Not….
The answer to everyone who doesn’t like to turn heels or decrease for toes….don’t!
These Stirrup Socks fit the bill all the way around, and they’re way cute too. From Lion Brand, they are knit out of Amazing, a worsted … Read More ...
Kim Guzman’s Friendship Shawl, Free Pattern!
This pretty pink shawl won’t keep the tax man away, but at least he’ll see you stylin’!
Knit in Caron’s Simply Soft yarn (seriously, have you petted this stuff?) it would make a wonderful addition to your “change of seasons” … Read More ...
Free Sweater Pattern from Polar Knits
Uncle Sam won’t give you much for free, but Polar Knits does! This ultra cute (and green) “Lil Sprout Sweater”, knit in PolarKnit worsted weight is just too cute to pass up. If you’ve never used this yarn, it’s definitely … Read More ...
Free Pattern: Hot Water Bottle Cover
Now there’s useful, and there’s USEFUL! And this pattern rocks. Keeps the hot water bottle hot and keeps it from burning your skin. Now, knit it up in some soft cotton and you’ve got a winner! But even better than … Read More ...
Free Kindle or Ipod Cover. From Classic Elite Yarns.
Susan Mills has designed this cover for her Kindle, it can also be used for an Ipod. She used a llama and wool blend called Montera, from Classic Elite yarns. I think I’d make mine a bit bigger and then … Read More ...
Kitchen Towel Hangers
You know, Every. Single. Time I hang a towel over my oven handle I think that it would be really cool to have some of these. So why don’t I? Because when I’m at the computer where I could find … Read More ...
Free Shrug Pattern
I like shrugs. They’re totally functional. And versatile. And totally cool! This one’s made out of Nature’s Organic Cotton. Lots of awesome colors (including, yes, green! But I think I like the Dusty Blue color best).
This is one of … Read More ...
Free Big Bag Pattern
Now this is one BIG BAG!! Wonder if it would meet airline carry-on regulations! Wouldn’t it be awesome? Think of all of the yarn… you could carry. Ecstasy! And the pattern is free, among all of the free patterns from … Read More ...
Free Easter Hat Pattern From PolarKnits
Looking for a cute and cozy Easter project? Check out this free pattern from PolarKnits! This pattern features a soft and squishy yarn that is perfect for creating warm and snuggly knits, making it great for Easter baskets or gifts.… Read More ...
Knit Cozy Baby Hoodie – Free Pattern
Cute! Of course, what wouldn’t be cute with this face sticking out of it? Adorable, quick knit
, using sizes 7 and 8 needles. The pattern is free, from Red Heart, using their Moon and Stars yarn (which comes in … Read More ...
