Though Earth Day has already passed, it’s always a good time to honor the earth through crafting.
I love this knit earth pattern from Sara Hall, which is free on Ravelry.
It’s actually rather detailed, and you can make it … Read More ...
The Perfect Top and Shorts for Summer
I love this little shorts and top set from Lion Brand Yarn. Sized for 12 months, 24 months and 2 years, it’s worked in a sweet self-striping yarn that is ever-so cute.
The shirt is worked in two pieces, … Read More ...
Knit the Perfect String Bag for Summer
I should have shared this one before Earth Day, but we should really be mindful of the planet all the time so it’s still appropriate.
Plastic bags are terrible for the environment, as we all know, and it’s just … Read More ...
Get Some Spring in Your Shawl
Something about this 18 Petals shawl (or scarf, whichever) knitting pattern from Amy Gunderson for Universal Yarns just says spring to me.
Scratch that.
Pretty much everything about it says spring to me.
Bold colors? Check.
A cool floral-inspired design? … Read More ...
What to Do with Single Skeins of Sock Yarn
If you’re like me, and like most knitters I know, you’ve probably bought a skein or several of sock yarn
(let’s not talk about other kinds of yarn right now, OK?) with no real idea of what you were going … Read More ...
Great New Washcloths for Spring
There’s something about the change in the weather that makes people want a fresh start, which means spring cleaning, clearing and decluttering.
Why not also knit up some new things to help you with your spring cleaning?
DROPS has a … Read More ...
Because Sometimes You Just Want to Knit a Giant Pillow
One great way to use a lot of yarn at once is to knit big projects on big needles. Whether you use yarn that was already super bulky or make your own fat yarn by combining multiple strands, it’s really … Read More ...
Socks Fit for a Witch (Or a Mom)
I was thinking again about Hermione’s Everyday Socks, a fantastic (and free) sock pattern from Erica Lueder.
It’s a rather old pattern, first published in 2009, and I started knitting mine several years after that but maybe only finished … Read More ...
Knit an Easy Ribbed Coffee Cozy
I love warm beverages pretty much all the time, but I don’t love that my mugs sometimes get too hot.
Coffee cozies are quick and easy projects that are also really useful for the coffee and tea drinking folks out … Read More ...
Knit a Simple Tank for a Touch of Warmth
This time of year I want knitting projects that are quick and easy and that I can wear right away.
Gina Michele’s easy tank knitting pattern is just that sort of project. It’s knit in a flash, in two pieces … Read More ...
Check Out This Great Collection of Knit Amigurumi Patterns
One thing crochet has on knitting is the wide variety of amigurumi patterns — designs for sweet little animals, food and all sorts of other adorable stuff.
There are some great amigurumi patterns for knitting, too, though, and Knitting Bee … Read More ...
Stitching for Summer
Though we’re enduring what I hope will be the last cold snap of spring where I live, I’m already thinking about knitting for true spring and summer.
As I knit the last of a long-neglected lap blanket I’m dreaming of … Read More ...
Knit a Winged Heart for Mom
You know the classic heart-shaped Mom tattoo? anny purls has made a knit version that’s a little heart-shaped pillow complete with a scroll and the word mom on it. Plus, it has wings.
How cute is that?
I kind of … Read More ...
A Magical Unicorn Hat to Knit
This unicorn hat is so darn cute I want to make one big enough for my daughter!
Little Red Window has a free version of the pattern in a six-month size, with other sizes available in a purchased pattern.
The … Read More ...
Stretchy No-Sew Slippers to Knit
Knit slippers are great all year long, and this fun design is a no-sew version of a shape that’s popular in Finland.
Anja, the designer, told me these slippers are usually made by knitting a bunch of squares and sewing … Read More ...