I love a good long cardigan as an extra layer when it’s cold inside. The Rathnelly cardigan from Patons uses a fuzzy, bulky yarn for extra coziness.
It’s a pretty simple drop shoulder design, worked mostly in Stockinette Stitch with … Read More ...
Knit a Brioche Headband to Keep the Wind Off
I love a good headband/ear warmer. I don’t like to wear hats (not because my hair is ever fixed, I just don’t like the feel of something squeezing my head) so a warm headband is a great way for me … Read More ...
Easy Cocoon Shrug Knitting Pattern
This easy chunky shrug knitting pattern is a great project for beginner knitters or anyone who wants a little warmth in a hurry.
It uses worsted weight yarn and includes a simple cable pattern that runs up the back of … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Mondrian Pullover
The knitted Mondrian Pullover is a pattern made with bulky weight yarn that has a beginner level of difficulty. This pullover has a block color feel to it giving a chunk look. You can download this pattern for free via
Easy Valentine Hearts Knitting Pattern
The other day I decided to see if I could knit a heart in the round. I made up a pattern for knit hearts years ago that I knit flat in two pieces and sewed together, which is a nice … Read More ...
Cozy Up with a Two-Stitch Blanket Knitting Pattern
As I write this we are bracing for cold, ice and snow where I live. It makes me super glad to have several great knit blankets just in case we have a power outage (or to snuggle in even if … Read More ...
U and Me Heart Hat Knitting Pattern
I feel like when I went looking for heart knitting patterns this year I found a lot of hats. I guess that’s because Valentine’s Day is in the cold part of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
Whatever the reason, … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Mother And Child Tunic Set And Pants
How adorable is this knitted set? Perfect for lounging around the home or hitting the local cafes for brunch. This knitted outfit set is available free via lionbrand.com The best thing about this pattern is the knitted pants, so many … Read More ...
Message Heart Pillow Knitting Pattern
The other day I shared a hat decorated with pastel hearts that looked like conversation hearts. If you want a more literal translation of candy into knitting, check out the message heart pillow knitting pattern from Vickie Howell.
This giant … Read More ...
Team USA Inspired Hat Knitting Pattern
Many, many years ago (OK, 2014) I was inspired to knit a hat like one of the ones that Team USA had as part of their uniform. It’s hard not to be inspired when the winter Olympics uniforms come out … Read More ...
A Simple Colorwork Hat Knitting Pattern
I love Isabell Kraemer’s knitting patterns. She has a great style and her colorwork designs are simple but beautiful and definitely things that I would wear (knitting one of her sweaters is on my knitting bucket list).
For the … Read More ...
Simple Sleeves Add Warmth on Cold Days
Many years ago I knit a little swatch in the round for a project, that just happened to be the right size to fit my daughter as an arm warmer. It didn’t have a thumb hole or anything, but she … Read More ...
The Thicket Headband Knitting Pattern
Looking for a cute way to keep your ears warm in the cold season? The Thicket headband pattern from Mirella Moments uses mirrored cables and is knit flat, then seamed with a twist for extra cuteness.
It uses worsted weight… Read More ...
Add Some Texture to a Simple Knit Hat
This is such a clever way to add a little texture to a project without increasing the difficulty! The Fading Purls Hat from Knittinbro starts with a foldover brim (or you can use ribbing) and a deep field of purls … Read More ...
Fisherman’s Rib Scarf Knitting Pattern
My daughter’s teacher is often found on the car line in the mornings, and as the weather started to cool down I noticed that she wasn’t wearing a warm scarf, so I decided to make sure she had something warm, … Read More ...