I know it’s hard for a lot of people to be really into the holidays this year but I hope that this time allows us to remember the little things that can make us happy despite all the weird.
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Patterns, projects and techniques
by Sarah White
I know it’s hard for a lot of people to be really into the holidays this year but I hope that this time allows us to remember the little things that can make us happy despite all the weird.
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This free knitting pattern comes via Lionbrand and you can download the free pattern here.
SKILL LEVEL – Easy SIZES 1 year (2 year, 3 year) To fit 14 (16, 18) in. (35.5 (40.5, 46) cm) head circumference.
by Sarah White
If you’ve never tried two-color brioche, or shaping in brioche, the Doe Ears Headband by Lavanya Patricella is a great skill building project that doesn’t take a lot of time, or a lot of yarn.
This would be a … Read More ...
Are you a fan of small-skein projects? Do you love finding new ways to use up those leftover yarn skeins from long-finished projects or impulse buys? Look no further than this creative collection of 40+ portable knitting projects!
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This PDF book is filled with 20 Aran styled patterns. Perfect addition to your Knitting book collection. This book covers scarves, cardigans, jumpers and beanies. You can purchase this book Via Etsy.
New to knitting? Not sure what Aran Knitting … Read More ...
by Sarah White
One of my favorite knitting related events of the year is the Indie Designers Giftalong on Ravelry. While it technically is a knitalong complete with prizes and crafty fun, I’m in it for the pattern sales.
Many independent designers have … Read More ...
These lovely lace cuffed fingerless gloves from the Feminine Touch are a breeze to knit up. Once you are past the first few rows of lace then it’s plain sailing.
They are knit on straight needles and sewn up afterward. … Read More ...
by Sarah White
All month I’ve been sharing patterns with you to make last-minute gift knitting a little easier. I hope you’ve found some inspiration and maybe knit some great things as well.
Now that we’re down to Christmas Eve eve, there’s not … Read More ...
by Sarah White
If there are tea or coffee lovers on your list, the perfect last-minute gift is a great bag of coffee or box of tea, a mug or travel cup and a simple knit cozy.
Coffee cup cozies usually take less … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I know it doesn’t seem possible that you still have time to knit a cowl before it’s time to get it under the tree, but this one is simple.
In fact, it says so right in the name.
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by Sarah White
I’ve had a pair of leather soles with holes around the edges for a long time. These soles are designed so you can knit a sock and sew it onto the sole for a sturdier, more slipper-like design.
I’ve had … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I love little projects that you can knit in whatever color you want, because they’re a great way to use scraps.
These Christmas lights from J.G. Miller on Ravelry are exactly that sort of pattern.
It might be good to … Read More ...
by Sarah White
There’s very little I would suggest still knitting for Christmas that involves sock yarn, but I think you could pull of an ornament or two.
Check out these cool sock yarn ornaments from Patons/Yarnspirations.
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by Sarah White
I was tempted to call this one a tin soldier — or a wool soldier! — but even if you just call it a toy soldier it’s super adorable and easy to knit.
JustJen made this sweet little guy as … Read More ...
by Sarah White
Here’s a super quick project that’s perfect for any other knitters or yarn crafters on your list.
Red Heart has a free pattern for a knit basket of yarn ornament that is quick and easy to make.
It’s a good … Read More ...