The giant yarn trend does not seem to be going away, and if you loved that giant afghan knit with flagpoles that I shared recently but maybe aren’t up to that kind of commitment, you should check out the Giant … Read More ...
Leprechaun Knitting Patterns
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up soon, and in the past I have shared knitting patterns with shamrocks and a variety of Aran patterns for you to stitch up for the holiday.
This year I thought I’d look to see … Read More ...
Make a Simple Potholder on the Bias
This cool double-layered potholder from the Chilly Dog is a classic I hadn’t thought about in a while. Inspired by a crocheted cloth given by Chilly Dog’s mother-in-law, this version is worked in an easy slip stitch pattern in a … Read More ...
Knit Bits: A Look at a Fashion Design Pro, Stylecraft Seeks yarn Line Input and How to Be a Good Knitting Student
The New York Times recently ran an interesting profile of Vladimir Teriokhin, a former ballet dancer in Russia turned sought-after high-fashion knitwear designer. He makes sweaters for the likes of Oscra de la Renta and Marc Jacobs, as well … Read More ...
Knitting Patterns – 13 Bulky Yarn Blankets to Knit
In the past I have not been a big afghan knitter, but this fall and winter I’ve made two giant blankets (one, the Bulky Stockinette Throw, is free on Ravelry; the other I will let you know about as … Read More ...
Knit Sweet Fingerless Gloves with Owl Cables
I’m a little obsessed with fingerless gloves (and am wearing a pair as I write this, as a matter of fact) because my hands are cold all the time. It’s great to have mitts that are really cute if you’re … Read More ...
Monkeys to Knit for the Year of the Monkey
Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and we’re about to begin the Year of the Monkey.
I found so many cute monkey knitting patterns I actually had to stop looking for fear of overwhelming you all with the … Read More ...
Knit a Super Warm Turtleneck Style Capelet
I have never really been that into ponchos, but each time the come back into style I feel myself getting a little weaker.
I particularly love big, bulky, but otherwise simple designs like this turtleneck capelet/poncho from Modern Crafting. It’s … Read More ...
Knits for You and Your Valentine
Are you looking for a unique and special way to show your love this Valentine’s Day? Knitting a beautiful handmade gift for your special someone could be just the thing to make the day extra special! Knitting is an incredibly … Read More ...
The Official Way to Knit a Doctor Who Scarf
There’s a lot of Doctor Who-related knitting geekery out there, but of course the pinnacle is knitting the Tom Baker scarf.
There are lots of knitting patterns out there, and an entire website devoted to the different variations of the … Read More ...
Knit a Basket to Use Up Some Stash
Baskets are a perennial trend in home decor, but especially this time of year when we’re all trying to get a little more organized.
With this pattern for a geometric basket from purl3agony, you can use up some of your … Read More ...
Combine Knitting and Coloring with Fiber Arts Coloring Books
Knitting and coloring are both hobbies that are touted as being super relaxing and good for the brain, so why not combine them with knitting and crochet themed coloring books?
Love Knitting has a little free printable coloring book on … Read More ...
Make a Warm and Fuzzy Lumberjack Hat for Your Kids
Sometimes it’s easier to get a child to bundle up if their winter accessories include a bit of fuzzy, furry, warm yarn.
This Kid’s Lumberjack Hat from Nemcsok Farms is a great choice for a kid in a cold … Read More ...
A Super Simple Cat Ear Hat Pattern
I have made a few different cat hat patterns over the years, and I usually do them by knitting a “normal” hat and then knitting the ears separately and sewing them on (or picking up stitches at the top of … Read More ...
Tips and Projects for New Knitters
This is a perfect time of year to learn knitting if you haven’t already done so, to brush up on your skills or to teach someone else how to knit.
Over at About I have a great collection of links … Read More ...