We’ve just recently started reading the Harry Potter books with our daughter, who just turned 8. We’ve read the first two books and watched the first movie, and she was suitably impressed that I years ago knit a red and … Read More ...
A Super Sweet and Simple Bonnet for Baby
This website is in French, but I looked at the Google translation and it looks pretty understandable.
Even if it weren’t, you would want to see this adorable knit baby bonnet from Les Aventures des Petit Pois.
The hat is … Read More ...
In Case You’re Already Thinking about Holiday Knitting
I’m still pretty much in denial about how soon Halloween is, let alone the other holidays of fall and winter.
If you’re farther ahead of the game than I am, or you want to be, here’s a great chunky knit … Read More ...
Pumpkins to Knit for Fall
Pumpkins are a great decor item for fall beyond Halloween, as long as they aren’t carved into Jack o’lanterns.
I love these little white pumpkins from Leslie North, which she paired with little orange pompoms to make a super sweet … Read More ...
How to Knit the Warmest Mittens Ever
I’m really a knit glove kind of person. Once I discovered that fingers are not as hard as I’d imagined, I kind of stopped knitting mittens.
But I definitely see their appeal for times like walking outside when you don’t … Read More ...
Which Witch Will You Knit for Halloween? Witch Beanie Pattern
I was browsing Ravelry the other day, like you do, and I came across this super cute witch hat knitting pattern.
Not a witch hat like a hat a witch would wear, but a hat with witches on it.
The … Read More ...
Celebrate 12 Weeks of Giving with Knit Picks
I don’t even want to think about how soon the holiday season will be here, but if you’re the sort who likes to plan, or just likes free knitting patterns, keep an eye on Knit Picks.
They’re releasing new patterns … Read More ...
Hamilcloth — Hamilton-Inspired Washcloth Knitting Pattern
I’ve been pretty obsessed with the musical Hamilton for a little over a year now, and I’ve long wanted to knit something to honor that obsession.
A sweater with the star? Maybe someday.
Even better: a washcloth with the star. … Read More ...
Candy Corn Hats are Extra Cute for Halloween
If you want to knit the candy corn mittens I shared the other day, perhaps I could also interest you in a candy corn hat?
The colors of this candy are so irresistible even I want to knit some of … Read More ...
Have Kids to Knit for? Check out the New DROPS Catalog
If you read this site often you probably know that I have an eight-year-old daughter, who blessedly still loves it when I make things for her to wear.
You will understand my excitement when you take a look at the … Read More ...
Knit a Eugenia Kim Inspired Hat with Bow
I know nothing about the world of fashion, so it wasn’t until I came upon this post for a Eugenia Kim Bow Hat that I knew who Eugenia Kim was.
You don’t have to know her, either, to find this … Read More ...
Knit a Sweet Treat for Your Hands
Everyone, it seems, has a strong opinion about candy corn. I think it’s disgusting and a waste of calories that could otherwise be consumed in chocolate.
But even I can see its graphic appeal, those bold stripes that are prefect … Read More ...
Get Ready for Football Season with this Great Mosaic Scarf
Mosaic knitting is a really interesting and easy way to get a colorful pattern into your knitting projects.
If you’ve never tried it, check out this fun football mosaic scarf knitting pattern from Sarah Burton. It’s a free download from … Read More ...
Time to Knit Some Leg Warmers
There’s a chill in the air in the mornings (though it’s still plenty warm in the afternoon) these days where I live, and I’ve been finishing up things to keep me warm (a blanket, two sweaters, a pair of socks) … Read More ...
Knit a Simple Table Runner, Perfect for Fall
As soon as the weather starts getting a little cooler in the fall — which just happened this week in Arkansas! — I start to get the urge to cover the entire house in handknits. It’s never too early to … Read More ...