Now Barbie can rock her sweaters with style! This gorgeous aran styled sweater, complete with buttons is just the tip of the iceberg for doll clothes. Search the net and find patterns galore.
Dolcetto Knitalong…..
I’m totally a sucker for knit alongs, especially when they’re as cool as this one. From Dani Berg, the Dolcetto Shawl Knitalong is over on Ravelry!
Click HERE to play along.
Pretty For Spring!
The Perfect Fall Sweater!
Is this gorgeous? I just love the autumn-themed colors (there is a purple version too!). A fitted sweater, the Dogwood Blossoms pattern comes in a kit, with the yarns to knit it. Make it in a pullover or cardigan… Read More ...
Reversible Knitting – 20 Projects From Top Designers.
This is the neatest book! Reversible knitting
! And we’re talking about stitch patterns as well as colors. And not just mirror image colors, one pattern on one side and a completely different pattern on the other side.
There are … Read More ...
Sweater Babe Does It Again – Glittery High-Low Cardigan!
Sweater Babe’s newest pattern, the Glittery High Low Cardigan, made from Tilli Thomas Disco Lights yarn. Gorgeous!
And….. (drumroll please….) She’s giving away 3 copies of the pattern!
Go here to find out how to win your copy! http://blog.sweaterbabe.com/… Read More ...
Free Pattern – Itty Bitty Christmas Ornaments
Is it too early to do a review on Christmas Ornaments? Even if they’re itty bitty and super cute? These mini sweaters from Berroco sure fit the bill.
Click on over to Berroco to knit your own! This year you … Read More ...
Gorgeous!!
This is the newest pattern from Sweater Babe, due to be released this fall. And she’s having a giveaway!
Go here to enter, and also to see more pics of this beautiful design!… Read More ...
Stephanie Japel’s Fit Your Knits
Stephanie Japel
- Award Winning Knitwear Designer
- Author of Glam Knits & Fitted Knits
You’ve found the perfect sweater pattern and even bought the perfect yarn. Before you spend days, weeks, or even months knitting the sweater just to find … Read More ...
Knit Circus Summer 2011….
Wow!
22 fresh, brand new projects, from shawls and purses and bags to this adorable gansey, hooded vest as well as the little girl’s version of the gansey. Actually, this little hooded vest sold it for me, this is so … Read More ...
When The Urge Strikes….
Have you ever gotten the urge to do something totally crazy, like… oh I don’t know, knit a sweater for a penguin or something?
Well, if you answered “YES” to that question, there is a website that you can go … Read More ...
Tutorial: Coffee Cup Cozy From a Repurposed Sweater.
Make The Knit Fit Podcast From Knit One Crochet Too
In this podcast episode:
1) what makes a yarn a winner in my book
2) traveling with knitting in tow
3) the mini lesson is about choosing the right sweater to fit your body shape
Click over to the Knit … Read More ...
How To Select The Perfect Sweater Size
Our friends over at LionBrand bring us a tutorial on how to measure yourself for your project and selecting the size to best flatter your shape.
I for one need something like this, as forever, I’ve been stuck in the … Read More ...
Selecting The Perfect Sweater Size
Our friends at Lion Brand Yarn posted an article on Selecting the Perfect Sweater Size. http://blog.lionbrand.com/2011/03/17/selecting-the-perfect-sweater-size/#comments
This article outlines the most important parts of figuring out the best size sweater for you. Also links to different styles of sweaters as … Read More ...