I know we’ve all got a million other things to do right now aside from learning new skills, but once the actual holiday stuff (eating, unwrapping presents) is over, sometimes there’s extra time you don’t quite know what to do … Read More ...
Boost Your Knitting Skills with this Collection
I’m really trying to clear out a bunch of knitting books because I’m not sure I’m going to keep doing giveaways (at least weekly ones) in the new year, so this week is a big one.
It includes four books:… Read More ...
Awesome Knit Animals from Around the World
I’m always a little jealous of crochet because there are so many great patterns for animals, food and other fun objects that we don’t seem to match in knitting.
While knit amigurumi isn’t as big a thing as the crocheted … Read More ...
Mix and Match Sweater Patterns for Kids
Pick the Pieces by Lorna Miser is a fun book for those who want to learn how to customize sweaters on a small scale.
The book includes 12 complete sweater patterns (some of them are on Ravelry) in sizes … Read More ...
Get Ready for Holiday Knitting with This Fun Book
Patricia is the winner.
I know, if you’re doing any serious holiday knitting you probably should have started already (I’m starting to feel a bit of a panic and I’m only planning to knit a couple of things), but if … Read More ...
Get All the Baby Blanket Patterns You Need
Betty is getting this one!
Last week I told you about the great new book 60 More Quick Baby Blankets, and this week I’m giving you a chance to grab a copy.
If you have babies on your knit … Read More ...
Knit All the Slippers for Fall and Winter
Carol Lee is the winner.
It’s starting to get cold in the mornings where I live, which means it’s slipper weather!
I’ve actually never knit a pair of slippers beyond those beginner ones that you knit flat and sew up, … Read More ...
Get the Goods on Gradient Yarns
The winner is Linda.
Last week I shared a review of a brand-new book from Tanis Gray all about gradient yarns and ombre mini skeins. Gradient Knits not only provides great lessons in using these colorful skeins, it also offers … Read More ...
Booklets Full of Knits to Keep You Warm
Jami is the winner.
This week I thought I’d share some little books full of patterns that will get you through fall and winter with lots of cozy knits.
Warm Up with Knits
has 12 patterns for hats, mitts, cowls, … Read More ...
Get Ready for Fall and Winter with Handknits from Norway
The winner is Connie.
If you’re a fan of classic Norwegian knitting motifs — snowflakes, stars, geometric patterns and the like — but would also like to use those designs in less-than-traditional ways, you’ll love Handknits from Norway: Classic Norwegian … Read More ...
Knit Sweet Seasonal Hats for Babies
Sandy is the winner!
The Leisure Arts book Knit Hats for Babies by Lee Ann Garrett is adorable any time of year, but it’s especially appropriate going into fall and winter, both because little ones need hats this time of … Read More ...
Knit Kards: Knitting References and Tips in Handy Card Form
These are going to Hedvig!
A long time ago, Nancy’s Knit Knacks sent me a bunch of goodies, some of which I reviewed in the About.com days, and some of which I’ve given away over the years. And some of … Read More ...
To Knit or Not to Knit; Is that a Question?
I’m sending this one to Mary!
This week’s giveaway is a fun take on a knitting essay collection. To Knit or Not to Knit: Helpful and Humorous Hints for the Passionate Knitter by Elvira Woodruff is composed of a … Read More ...
Viking-Inspired Knits from Elsebeth Lavold
Heidi is the winner.
This week’s giveaway is two amazing pattern books from Elsebeth Lavold, both having to do with Viking-inspired knitting patterns.
Lavold spent years researching Viking knots and other ornamentation and translating those designs to knitting, the result … Read More ...
Learn How to Add a Vintage Touch to Your Knit Wardrobe
Ane is the winner.
Lots of knitters love to use vintage knitting patterns or to work from patterns that are inspired by the patterns of the past. Vintage patterns tend to have less ease and more details and shaping than … Read More ...