This is a great idea if you have a little one in the Barbie phase, or even a little one who is in the Barbie phase and also learning to knit. I know my little one (who is still on … Read More ...
Easy Knit Gift: Snowy Earflap Hat
I saw the Snowy Earflap Hat from Red Heart Yarns on Twitter the other day, and it’s just so cute I had to share it. (I originally typed “I hat to share it” because my mind is ridiculous.)
Designed by … Read More ...
Knit a Simple Christmas Bauble
The great thing about knitting Christmas balls as ornaments for your tree is that you can start with a super easy pattern and embellish them however you like.
Knits’ End has a great easy Christmas ornament knitting pattern, worked flat … Read More ...
Knit These Adorable Christmas Elves
Let’s Knit has a great free knitting pattern for a trio of Christmas elves that would be great to knit for holiday decor or to give as gifts to little ones (or elf fans of any age) in your life.… Read More ...
Knit a Simple Warm Hat with Three Stands of Yarn
I love making a super bulky yarn out of several strands of yarn held together. The finished knit fabric becomes something really interesting, especially when you choose different colors and/or textures of yarn to work with at the same time. … Read More ...
Learn Shawl Shaping with this Mini-Shawl Ecourse
I have a lot of scarves, but lately I have been knitting more shawls to wear in the colder months. I like something that bunches up around my neck a little more (so all that knitting is keeping me warm … Read More ...
Knit a Cozy for Your Coffee with a Twist
I’m starting to think about gift knitting a little more, and this easy pattern for a knit coffee cup cozy from Knits’ End would be a great place to start.
You can make them in a bunch of different colors … Read More ...
Knit a Giant Lap Blanket to Stay Warm this Winter
I am a big fan of big blankets, and in particular big, bulky blankets that can be knit quickly enough to enjoy them in the same season you knit them (a couple of my favorites that I’ve knit: the Bulky … Read More ...
Do You Knit for Boys? Check out This Great Collection of Patterns
Of course knitting patterns with superheroes, dragons and monsters don’t have to be for boys (my daughter would love a dragon scarf, I’m sure!), this collection is labeled as knitting projects for boys so we’ll go with it.
Little Miss … Read More ...
A Few More Knits for Fall and Thanksgiving
As the leaves start to change color and the air gets crisp, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about fall knitting projects.
Whether you’re looking for cozy sweaters, warm accessories, or festive decor, there are plenty of patterns out … Read More ...
Review: Big Book of Knitted Mittens
It’s really fun to make and to have distinctive mittens and gloves. It’s a little something that can make you smile through the cold season and a way to give a little gift of warmth to family members and friends.… Read More ...
A Brilliant, Easy Way to Add a Liner to a Knit Purse
I love to knit bags, but one of the problems with them is that knitting has holes that things will naturally try to get through in order to escape your bag.
For this reason I love to felt knit bags, … Read More ...
Knit Little Snowman Holiday Ornaments
I am not ready to admit how soon it will be holiday time and snow time, but if you’re already in that spirit allow me to share with you these adorable cozy snowman ornaments, which would also be great for … Read More ...
A Couple of Little Witches to Knit
It’s not too late to knit a little Halloween magic if you’ve procrastinated this long. I have a couple more super cute patterns for you for knit witches that would be perfect little decorations around the house or gifts for … Read More ...
Knit Up a Halloween Costume to Go as the Crazy Knitting Lady
I came across this pattern for a Halloween costume on Ravelry and I couldn’t resist sharing it. To my mind the pattern, by Zoomsnoren (available in Danish and English if you scroll down) is basically the crazy knitting lady, but … Read More ...