Winter seems to be slow in coming a lot of places this year (as I write this we’re coming off near-record warmth and experiencing widespread flooding after days of rain), so you still have plenty of time to knit your … Read More ...
Wrapping Knit Gifts? Make Sure to Add an Honest Gift Tag
I’m in love with these honest gift tags for crocheters and knitters from Little Monkey’s Crochet.
What better way to share the joy and pain of a handmade gift than to top it off with a tag that tells the … Read More ...
Knit Star Mitts for Christmas and Beyond
It’s maybe too late to knit these as a gift for this Christmas, but they’re a fun knitting project to work on while hanging out around the tree.
The Xmas Star Mitts from Knitting and So on use a cleverly … Read More ...
Use Giant Yarn to Knit a Scarf in a Flash
If you’re still looking for projects you can knit for gifts, here’s another great, super simple idea. This Quick Knit Scarf from Smiling Colors is worked with a really big yarn (Loops and Threads Phat, to be precise) and size … Read More ...
Another Quick Yarn Scrap Wreath Pattern
A few weeks ago I shared a super-cute Christmas wreath ornament idea for using yarn scraps by wrapping Mason jar lids. Here’s another great idea that’s a little more involved but super cute.
It’s a great way to use up … Read More ...
Learn a Stitch a Knit a Simple Headband
It’s just about too late for me to say you still have time to knit something for holiday gifting, but in this case you really do still have time to knit one. Maybe a couple.
Celebrate Star Wars by Knitting a Hat
As you probably already know, the newest Star Wars movie comes out this week, and I wanted to celebrate with a bit of knitting.
My BB-8 inspired droid hat pattern for kids is available on Craft Bits, and it would … Read More ...
You Still Have Time to Knit Christmas Ornaments
It may feel like Christmas is right around the corner, and it is, but there’s still time to add to your handknit holiday collection with the addition of some knit Christmas ornaments.
The great thing about ornaments is that most … Read More ...
Winter Knitty is Here
It’s been out for a day or so, but the latest issue of Knitty is available if you haven’t seen it yet. It includes a great message for people who have supported the online knitting magazine through Paetron, which has … Read More ...
Knit a Simple Shawl with a Fun Boucle Yarn
Triangular shawls are a lot of fun to knit, but they can also feel like they take forever to knit when you start with just a handful of stitches and have to work your way up to the wide side.… Read More ...
Fun Gift for a Knitter: The K1, P1 Toque
I came across this adorable hat pattern from Yarnspirations a while ago and I think it’s the perfect thing to knit for someone who loves knitting.
The K1, P1 Toque is a pretty simple beanie with a few stripes thrown … Read More ...
Have You Tried Loom Knitting?
I think this holiday break is going to be the time I really try to get my six-year-old interested in yarn crafts. I guess I should say she’s already interested, but I want to sit with her and try some … Read More ...
Finger Knit Infinity Scarf
‘Tis the season for quick gifts, and it’s also a great time to start teaching kids in your life how to knit. Whether you knit this yourself or use it to get kids interested in fiber arts, this finger knit … Read More ...
Some Free Ebooks to Start Your Holiday Knitting
If you’re hanging out at home over the long holiday weekend (sorry if you happen to be in a place that doesn’t celebrate, or already had Thanksgiving), now might be a good time to start some holiday knitting if you … Read More ...
8 Knitted Hat Patterns
Winter is just around the corner and what better way to stay warm and cozy than with a handmade knitted hat? Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just starting out, we’ve got you covered with this roundup of 8 knitted … Read More ...