Though I’m more of a glove person myself, I know that mittens are actually better for keeping your hands warm, and they’re a lot more approachable for knitters of all skill levels who might think all those fingers are just … Read More ...
Sweet Heart Mitts
Here’s an easy way to get a little Valentine’s spirit into your knits.
The I Carry Your Heart Mitts from We Bloom Here are a simple knit mitt pattern with a bit of cross stitch added after the knitting is … Read More ...
Add a Touch of Spring to Your Mittens
I don’t know where you live or what the weather is like right now, but where I am, it is cold and it doesn’t really feel like spring is ever coming.
It might be time to pull out some cheery … Read More ...
Easy Fingerless Gloves, Because it’s Cold Out There (and in Here)
I’m a huge fan of fingerless gloves because my hands are cold pretty much all the time. I’m actually working on a pattern for a pair that I’ll share with you as soon as it is done.
In the meantime, … Read More ...
Knit a Great Headband Or a Bunch in a Flash
I love wide knit headbands that you can use as earwarmers. They don’t mess up your hair like hats can, and you can wear them all day, which is great for me, because I’m always cold, but it’s more accepted … Read More ...
Gift Knits from the New Knitty
The latest issue of Knitty just dropped the other day, so I thought it might be fun to highlight some patterns you still have time to knit for gifts, if you’re still in the market for some.
The Skew Too… Read More ...
Fun Zigzag Mitts to Knit
I love the story behind the Helgoland Mitts by Knitting and So on because they sound exactly like the way I design. She had the idea back in 2014, but between trying things out, setting them aside, knitting them and … Read More ...
Celebrate a Hogwarts Halloween with Marly Bird
We’ve just recently started reading the Harry Potter books with our daughter, who just turned 8. We’ve read the first two books and watched the first movie, and she was suitably impressed that I years ago knit a red and … 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 ...
How to Knit the Warmest Mittens Ever
I’m really a knit glove kind of person. Once I discovered that fingers are not as hard as I’d imagined, I kind of stopped knitting mittens.
But I definitely see their appeal for times like walking outside when you don’t … Read More ...
Candy Corn Hats are Extra Cute for Halloween – Free Knitting Patterns
Every autumn, candy corn makes its cheerful comeback—and not just in candy bowls. This classic Halloween treat has inspired everything from home décor to cozy handmade fashion. If you’re a knitter looking for a quick and festive project, candy corn … 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 ...
Knit a Sweet Treat for Your Hands – Halloween Candy Corn Mittens
Everyone, it seems, has a strong opinion about candy corn. I think it’s disgusting and a waste of calories that could otherwise be consumed in chocolate.
But even I can see its graphic appeal, those bold stripes that are prefect … Read More ...
10 Game of Thrones Knitting Patterns
If you’re a fan of the hit TV series Game of Thrones and a knitter, then this roundup of 10 Game of Thrones knitting patterns is perfect for you. With the latest season now over, these patterns will give you … Read More ...
A Couple of Books for Your Feminine Side
These books are going to Iryna.
This week I’m giving away two books that are perfect for you ladies who love feminine details and cozy knits.
Essentially Feminine Knits
by Lene Home Samsøe has 25 patterns that are both rustic … Read More ...