I’ve been writing about knitting long enough that I remember (and wrote about) when knitter David Babcock broke the world record for the longest scarf knit while running a marathon. I don’t know why this is a thing people would … Read More ...
Easy Baby Booties Knitting Pattern – A Sweet Little Charity Knit That Still Holds Up
There is something especially lovely about a knitting pattern that keeps things simple. No dramatic shaping, no tiny fiddly details that make you question your life choices halfway through, just a practical little project that does what it says it … Read More ...
Felted Sailor Style Slippers Review – A Cozy Free Knitting Pattern Worth Trying
If you love practical knitting projects, this free Felted Sailor Style Slippers pattern is a fun one to try. It has that classic striped look, and the real magic happens after felting, when the oversized knitted slippers shrink down into … Read More ...
Stitch with Sweets to Support Warm Up America
The Hallmark Channel and Warm Up America have teamed up with Stitched with Sweets to provide fun and warm Christmas scarves to women’s shelters.
As part of their Countdown to Christmas, The Hallmark Channel has donate $10,000 to the initiative … Read More ...
Loose Ends Helps Finish Unfinished Projects
I’ve been meaning to write about Loose Ends for a while, but they’re getting more attention thanks to a recent story from NPR.
Loose Ends is a group of volunteers that helps to finish projects left behind by people … Read More ...
Download Yarnspirations Patterns to Help Charity
This summer, Yarnspirations is working to support Dress for Success, a charitable organization that provides women with support and professional clothing to help them achieve economic independence.
From now through July 23, 2023, if you download a selection of … Read More ...
USA 4th Of July Knitting Patterns
Whether you want to stitch up something red, white and blue for the Fourth of July or you just want to whip something patriotic up any time of year, these USA knitting patterns are a great place to start.
And … Read More ...
Book Review – Knitted Amigurumi Animal Friends
Free Pattern – Pellont Afghan
The Pellont Afghan is a knit afghan pattern made with super bulky weight yarn that has an easy level of difficulty. I know I keep saying it, but I love a pom pom afghan, they are especially good if you
Book Review – Knit in 10 Hours Afghans and Throws
Pink is for Power Sweater for a Cause
Last year knitwear designer Melanie Berg was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her treatment was successful and now she’s a passionate advocate for screening and raising awareness of breast cancer, especially among younger women.
All of the proceeds from sales of … Read More ...
Flying Fox Shawl Knitting for a Cause
The beautiful Flying Fox Shawl was designed by Ukrainian designer Olga Gotham and is available for purchase as a standalone pattern or a kit from Lion Brand Yarn.
The company has announced that through April 8, 2022, all sales … Read More ...
Free Pattern – Gilmore Toque Beanie
The free pattern Gilmore Toque beanie is a knit hat pattern made with super bulky weight yarn that has a beginner level of difficulty. Now I assume the name of this is something to do with the Tv series, but
Knit Teddies for Ukraine
The Teddies for Ukraine project is a volunteer-based initiative that aims to provide comfort and support to children from Ukraine who have immigrated to Scotland. The project is focused on the creation of handmade teddy bears, which are knitted by … Read More ...
Mitten Knitting Pattern for Ukraine
The Olga and Alexey Mittens from Kristin Drysdale is a colorwork design worked in yellow, blue and white. The designs in the colorwork are inspired by Ukrainian embrodiery and each has meaning, she says.
… Read More ...In this design, the square represents