I know it hasn’t been actual winter in the Northern Hemisphere for that long, but as soon as we get past the holidays the weight of how much winter we have left to deal with starts to get to me. … Read More ...
A Super Simple Sweater for Any Time of Year
One of my favorite ways to use a lot of yarn quickly is to hold two strands of yarn (or more!) together as I knit. This is a great way to give a project a marled look, and it’s not … Read More ...
Knit a Kerchief Like a Cloud
I don’t know if it’s the algorithm or the bias that you see more of what you’re looking for, but it often seems like as soon as I do a roundup of a particular kind of knitting pattern I’m suddenly … Read More ...
Knit Toys Made Out of Squares
Many years ago, when my now-ninth grader was in kindergarten, I did a couple of summer camps at her school dealing with fiber arts for kids. One of the projects I made in one of those weeks was a little … Read More ...
A Super Bulky Vest to Knit and Wear Right Away
In 2022 for Christmas I got myself a mystery yarn grab bag from Lion Brand Yarn, and in it were a couple of skeins of super bulky yarn. Because it was almost the beginning of the year and I … Read More ...
Easy Mitten Knitting Pattern
I recently shared a post all about mitts and mittens to knit using sock yarn leftovers. I know using sock yarn for mittens makes it sound like they will take forever, and maybe not even be that warm because the … Read More ...
A Super Warm Headband to Knit in a Flash
I love knit headbands and earwarmers because they are almost as warm as wearing a hat without having to actually wear a hat. Since I’m always cold, even inside the house, I really should experiment with wearing a thick earwarmer … Read More ...
Amber Wrist Warmers Knitting Pattern
Sometimes it’s fun to knit a whole bunch of accessories that coordinate with each other. I have a shawl and a pair of gloves that were knit with the same yarn, and it delights me to wear them together … Read More ...
Chunky Lace Scarf Knitting Pattern
Chunky knits are great for keeping warm, but sometimes they can be a little too warm, or just a little boring when knit with a standard stitch pattern.
The Chunky Alpaca Scarf from Jane Richmond adds a bit of lace … Read More ...
Fruity Leg Warmers a Quick Gift to Knit
If you’re still looking for some quick and easy gift knitting projects, or a sweet little something to make for yourself for the cold season, these fruity leg warmers from My Poppet are a great choice.
They’re fruity because the … Read More ...
Kitchen Kaleidoscope – Dishcloth Knitting Patterns
If you’re looking for a project that’s quick, practical, and endlessly creative, knitted dishcloths tick every box. This rainbow-inspired dishcloth collection is perfect for brightening up your kitchen or for making thoughtful, handmade gifts that friends and family will actually … Read More ...
Book Review – Learn-a-Stitch Knit Scarves
These 6 amazing scarves will add the finishing touch to any of your outfits. All are made using Scheepjes Stonewashed XL worsted-weight yarn
and most can be made in a weekend!
A great resource for your Knitting library. I really … Read More ...
Book Review – Big Book of Baby Knits
Big Book of Baby Knits is the only baby knitting book you’ll ever need, with 56 gorgeous designs ranging in difficulty, so there’s something for everyone, no matter their skill level!
Projects may be completed fast thanks to clear directions, … Read More ...
Book Review – Dishcloths for Special Days
Holiday clean-up just got easier or, at least prettier, when you use any of these knit dishcloths. Dishcloths for Special Days has an array of holiday icons arranged in these quick-to-knit project patterns. Choose the ones that you like … Read More ...
Sweet Animal Knitting Patterns
Knitting animals as toys or for display is a lot of fun, and they make great gifts for people of all ages. Last summer I made two sets of bears for my daughter’s teacher who was having her second set … Read More ...