As I have been writing pattern roundups recently, I feel like I am getting more felting patterns than I have seen recently. I don’t know if felting is coming back or if it’s just that I have been searching for … Read More ...
Free Pattern – Mosaic Diamonds Blanket
As a knitter, I am always on the lookout for new and challenging patterns to add to my collection. When I came across the Mosaic Diamonds knit blanket pattern, I knew I had to give it a try. Although … Read More ...
Bobble Knitting Patterns
Recently I wrote a post all about bubble stitch, and said that it’s sort of like knitting flat bobbles, because they make a similar shape but don’t stick out as dramatically from the fabric surrounding them.
There are several … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Easy Eyelet Stitch Afghan
Welcome to this featured free knit!
Are you looking for the perfect, easy to knit afghan that will keep you comfy and cozy? Look no further than this beautiful pattern that is perfect for beginners. The easy eyelet stitch creates … Read More ...
How to Knit Bubble Stitch
Knitting trends come and go, and of course it depends on where you look what things you will find that are popular, but I feel like I have been seeing a lot of bubble stitch knitting projects lately.
Bubble stitch … Read More ...
How to Adjust Sock Knitting Patterns
Yesterday I shared a bunch of men’s sock knitting patterns, and it got me thinking about how to adjust sock knitting patterns if you find one you like that doesn’t fit the foot you want to knit for (whether … Read More ...
Your Guide to Knitting Decreases
Last week I shared a little bit about knitting increases, so it makes sense we’d continue our learning with a look at knitting decreases.
I feel like there are fewer options for decreases in knitting than there are increases, … Read More ...
Easy Ways to Increase Knitting Stitches
How many different ways to increase knitting stitches do you know?
I feel like most knitters start out with the simple knit in the front and back, also known as kfb, because if you know how to make the knit … Read More ...
How to Knit Fisherman’s Rib
Back in 2021 I knit a fisherman’s rib scarf for my daughter’s teacher, and the post about it was one of the most popular on my blog last year.
So I’ve been thinking about fisherman’s rib in order to share … Read More ...
How to Use Stitch Markers and Make Your Own
For the longest time I didn’t really use stitch markers in my knitting. I guess I would use one at the end of the round if I couldn’t easily see where the tail was, but other than that I didn’t … Read More ...
Knit a Super Cozy Triangular Shawl
There’s so much to love about the Lilitha shawl pattern from Bigger than Life Knits. It’s a little asymmetrical triangle, which is probably the easiest kind of triangle to wear. There’s not a lot of excess fabric and you can … Read More ...
Dealing with Color Dominance in Colorwork Knitting
I will admit than when I am working with more than one color in a row or round, I don’t always pay a lot of attention to which yarn is dominant. I work colorwork holding one yarn in each hand, … Read More ...
How to Alter a Sweater Knitting Pattern to Make a Tunic
Like most years, this year I am trying to use more of my yarn stash, including odd balls and random bits left over from other projects. I also have a goal to knit or crochet at least one sweater every … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Mod Triangle Knit Blanket Pattern
The Free Mod Triangle Knit Blanket Pattern is not just a beautiful home decor piece, it is also a great way to challenge your knitting skills and try out new techniques. The geometric pattern adds a modern and stylish touch … Read More ...
Learn to Knit: Cable Cast On
I’ve been exploring some knitting basics lately on my YouTube channel and I recently did a video on the cable cast on.
Cable cast on is similar to knit cast on, which is what I like to teach beginning knitters … Read More ...