The other day I shared some holiday-themed washcloths/dishcloths you could knit as a gift, but what if you don’t want to make something that can only be used a month or so out of the year?
Today I bring … 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 ...
Knit a Hat for Your Little Elf
Lots of these gift idea knitting patterns have been for adults, but of course one way to get a project done fast is to make something for a child (tell that to the gigantic blanket I’ve been working on for … Read More ...
A Bunch of Bulky Cowls
These last-minute cowls from Churchmouse Yarns definitely fit the name.
The collection of three quick and easy patterns — each worked with bulky or super bulky yarn and size 17 US knitting needles — overs enough variety that you can … Read More ...
Knitting Patterns- Holiday Christmas Themed Dishcloths to Knit
When it starts getting down to the wire on holidays (or other gift-giving occasions) and I feel like I want to give something handmade but don’t have time for a big project, I love to add a little knit something … Read More ...
Yes, You Could Still Knit a Blanket for a Holiday Gift
The name of the game when it comes to knitting big, impressive items this late in the holiday season is bulky. Big yarn and simple stitches combine to great effect in projects you can knit in a hurry that don’t … Read More ...
A Few Simple Sweaters for Gift Knitting
When it comes to gift knitting, sweaters can be a bit intimidating. But don’t let that stop you from creating a beautiful and thoughtful gift for someone special. There are plenty of simple sweater patterns out there that are perfect … Read More ...
Introducing 30(ish) Days of Gift Knitting
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to really start thinking about the holidays, and I, for one, am completely unprepared.
I always decide at the last minute (aka, right about now) that I want to knit a bunch … Read More ...
Log Cabin Dishcloth – Free Knitting Pattern
We’ve just about made it to the end of the Knitted Kitchen blog hop. We’ve decided to take off the month of December because doesn’t everyone have enough to do in December?
I decided to make my last contribution the … Read More ...
A Great Sweater Pattern for Practicing Colorwork
I saw the Mystique Yoked Pullover by Susan Mills in the Classic Elite newsletter recently and I knew I wanted to share it.
It’s a pretty design, a classic round-yoke cardigan, which is worked in one piece from the bottom … Read More ...
Mitered Square Dishcloth Pattern
We’re nearing the end of our year of Knitted Kitchen projects (we all have enough to do in December, right?) so these last couple of projects from me are going to show off ways to use up scraps you might … Read More ...
In Case You’re Already Thinking about Holiday Knitting
I’m still pretty much in denial about how soon Halloween is, let alone the other holidays of fall and winter.
If you’re farther ahead of the game than I am, or you want to be, here’s a great chunky knit … 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 ...
Get Tons of Ideas for Sweet Baby Blankets
Baby blankets are my go-to for baby gift knitting. You don’t have to worry about a baby being too big or too small to use them, and parents can always use another blanket, no matter what climate they live in … 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 ...