I have been a long-tail cast on person for a LONG time. I know other cast ons, and I know there are better choices for some purposes, but I default to long-tail most of the time.
(When I teach, I … Read More ...
Is Providing Yarn Substitutions the Designer’s Job?
There’s been a lot of talk in the knitting community on Instagram and elsewhere about how using hand-dyed yarn in projects can feel like it excludes knitters who aren’t able to afford that yarn and suggesting that designers should provide … Read More ...
All About Substituting Yarns
Over on my blog I wrote a post about substituting yarns and how to choose the best yarn for your project, and I thought it might be helpful for some of you.
There are all sorts of reasons you … Read More ...
Knitting Patterns Book – 20 Family Aran Patterns
This PDF book is filled with 20 Aran styled patterns. Perfect addition to your Knitting book collection. This book covers scarves, cardigans, jumpers and beanies. You can purchase this book Via Etsy.
New to knitting? Not sure what Aran Knitting … Read More ...
Book Review- 50 Fabulous Knit Aran Stitches
An ardent collector of knit patterns, Rita Weiss
was always fascinated with the beautiful Aran sweaters that supposedly came from the Aran Islands off the coast of Ireland. She loved the stories that accompanied them and the idea that each … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Sea turtle blanket
Knit your own adorable sea turtle blanket with this instant download PDF pattern. This blanket has been around for a few years now but it seems to trend every summer when everyone hits the beach and gets their beach vibes … Read More ...
Book Review – Knitted Dog Coat Patterns
You will need to forgive me if you have a few extra ‘DOG’ themed craft posts this week, my kids have been driving my nuts begging for a dog for the past 5 years. I have finally given in or … Read More ...
Free Knitting Patterns – Colorful Eyelet Cowl
Sharing this bright colored cowl for anyone who is looking to brighten up their wardrobe with a splash of color. This cowl is lightweight making it perfect for spring and summer evenings.
This free knitting pattern comes via Lionbrand and … Read More ...
25 Ladies Hooded Pullover Knitting Patterns
I have a thing for hooded jumpers, I am not sure what that thing is, but I seem to be collecting them at the moment. I use them a lot when out walking, I walk for therapy not exercise so … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Fox and Deer Cushions
These Cushion Knitting patterns are available for free via Deramores, all you have to do is select the “Digital Pattern” option in the drop-down menu to grab the pattern f
Nicola Valiji from Knitola has designed these wonderful woodland creatures… Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Daisy the Cavapoochon
This Realistic dog Knitting pattern is available for free via Deramores, all you have to do is select the “Digital Pattern” option in the drop-down menu to grab the pattern for free. This free pattern can be grabbed here.… Read More ...
Boost Your Skills with a Xandy Peters Scarf
My Bluprint (formerly Craftsy) has had all their classes as watch for free for a while (and still will through 4/16 if you want to take advantage), and one of the classes I watched was form Xandy Peters.
You might … Read More ...
Surgical Face Mask Knitting Patterns
We have been inundated with requests for face mask knitting patterns so we decided to do all the research for you and find you the best ones. Now, lots of people are saying that knitted masks are unsafe and we … Read More ...
Acrylic Yarn: The Ultimate Guide for Crafters, Knitters & More
Craft store aisles are filled to the brim with colorful skeins of yarn that can make your heart skip a beat. How does a knitter know where to start? Whether you have just started out in the world of yarn … Read More ...
How to Knit with Circular Knitting Needles
Newer knitters often wonder how to knit with circular knitting needles, both flat and in the round, and why they would want to use these sorts of needles. Circular needles make lots of knitting tasks easier, and they’re super simple … Read More ...
