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 ...
Knit Fancy Balls for Your Holiday Tree
If you’d like a knit Christmas ornament that’s traditional but not a plain ball, check out these fancy balls from Tin Can Knits.
They’re actually more elongated than balls, but still a classic Christmas shape that’s fun and fast to … Read More ...
Super Long Legwarmer Knitting Pattern
If you’re looking for a super fun pattern to knit for yourself or for a gift, check out these super comfy and colorful scrunchy legwarmers from My Poppet Makes.
They use a multicolored yarn in medium weight, but you could … Read More ...
Tiny Tree Socks Knitting Pattern
I was just about to declare time for Christmas knitting over (though I’m still finishing up a project for gifting as I type), but I’ll make an exception for these Tiny Tree Socks from Summer Lee.
Use the scraps from … Read More ...
Knit a Brioche Cat Hat
This cat-eared hat is super cute, and it’s a fun way to learn brioche knitting if that’s not something you already know.
I love this yarn that GrittyKnits used, but of course it would be great in a solid color … Read More ...
Super Quick Hat Knitting Pattern
Whether you’re still looking for things to knit for holiday gifts or you just want a quick and easy project to work on while watching Christmas movies, the Marley Beanie from The Blue Elephants is a great choice.
It’s a … Read More ...
Give the Gift of Christmas Socks
Admittedly it might be a little late to start knitting socks to give to someone as a holiday gift. But these Christmas socks from Yvonne Hugo are super cute, and the only patterned part is around the leg, so they … Read More ...
Easy Gift Idea: Stemless Wine Glass Cozies
I love my stemless wine glasses
because they fit in the dishwasher a lot better than the ones with stems do, but I’m always sad that I can’t use the multitudes of beaded wine glass charms I made with them. … Read More ...
Santa Gnome Knitting Pattern
Gnomes seem to be having a moment in the crafting world, so even though we’ve shared this pattern before (it’s been 7 years, but you can find it in this roundup of Santa knitting patterns) it seemed worthwhile to … Read More ...
New Minutia to Knit for Your Christmas Tree
For several years now, Berroco has released a bunch of little knitting patterns for use as holiday decorations.
Called Minutia, they can be used on the tree, as a bunting (or a tiny advent calendar?), on gifts or as part … Read More ...
Colorwork Balaclava Knitting Pattern
Lots of balaclava knitting patterns are pretty basic, which make sense since they are such a utilitarian item. But there’s no reason you can’t add a little flair.
Arne and Carlos added a bit of Fair Isle colorwork to the … Read More ...
Easy Mitten Knitting Pattern
These mittens are a great project to have in your repertoire for gift knitting or just for winter. The Easy Twisted Rib Mittens from Ewe Ewe, designed by Heather Walpole, are made with worsted weight yarn and come in three … Read More ...