The arm knitting craze really first started with a viral video made by Amanda Bassetti, the blogger behind Simply Maggie. Since learning to arm knit so she could make projects she’d actually finish because they took less time than … Read More ...
13 Butterfly Knitting Patterns
Butterflies are often seen as a symbol of transformation, change, and new beginnings. They are a reminder that even the smallest and most delicate creatures can undergo a powerful transformation. This is why butterfly-themed patterns are so popular among knitters. … Read More ...
Giveaway: Knee-sel for Holding Knitting Patterns
Rose is the winner!
I’ve been doing some spring cleaning in my office (even though it’s not quite spring yet, it certainly feels like it!) and I found this little gadget and thought someone might like it.
The Knee-sel from … Read More ...
Book Review: One Piece Knits
I know I’m not the only knitter who prefers a seamless project. Sure, there are great reasons to sometimes have seams in projects for structure, but a lot of the time projects are just fine worked in one piece without … Read More ...
Use Giant Yarn to Knit a Quick Bag
The giant yarn trend does not seem to be going away, and if you loved that giant afghan knit with flagpoles that I shared recently but maybe aren’t up to that kind of commitment, you should check out the Giant … Read More ...
How to Make Yarn Out of Old Jeans
I have been making a lot of plastic yarn out of old shopping bags lately as part of a project for my daughter’s school. It’s a lot of fun to use unconventional materials on a traditional handcraft like knitting or … Read More ...
KnitBits: Knitting for Jimmy Kimmel, Knitting for Charity and Knitting Against All Odds
There’s so much great knitting news this week, but I think we have to start with the story of Brad Perry, a reporter from KUSI San Diego, who on a whim accepted a ticket to a taping of “Jimmy … Read More ...
Knit a Basket to Use Up Some Stash
Baskets are a perennial trend in home decor, but especially this time of year when we’re all trying to get a little more organized.
With this pattern for a geometric basket from purl3agony, you can use up some of your … Read More ...
Giveaway: A Year’s Worth of Projects from Debbie Bliss
Lennette is the winner.
I’m not quite ready to admit that a new year is almost upon us, but my brain has already started making plans for the clean slate that is 2016.
Of course, those plans include a lot … Read More ...
Another Quick Yarn Scrap Wreath Pattern
A few weeks ago I shared a super-cute Christmas wreath ornament idea for using yarn scraps by wrapping Mason jar lids. Here’s another great idea that’s a little more involved but super cute.
It’s a great way to use up … Read More ...
You Still Have Time to Knit Christmas Ornaments
It may feel like Christmas is right around the corner, and it is, but there’s still time to add to your handknit holiday collection with the addition of some knit Christmas ornaments.
The great thing about ornaments is that most … Read More ...
Giveaway: Two Kinds of Homespun
Congratulations to Lisa!
If you’re a knitter or crocheter on Instagram, you might have noticed the hashtag #getyouryarnwishesgranted. This is something that started around this time last year and I was so excited to see it back this year.… Read More ...
Some Free Ebooks to Start Your Holiday Knitting
If you’re hanging out at home over the long holiday weekend (sorry if you happen to be in a place that doesn’t celebrate, or already had Thanksgiving), now might be a good time to start some holiday knitting if you … Read More ...
Use Yarn Scraps to Make Cute Wreath Ornaments
Even if you aren’t knitting gifts for everyone on your list (and I’m here to tell you that way lies craziness) it’s still fun to give a little homemade something with your gifts. Whether it’s making candied pecans or your … Read More ...
Giveaway: Holiday Knitting Books
Janet K. is our winner!
I’m not quite ready to admit that the holidays are right around the corner, but it’s true. So let’s celebrate this week with a giveaway of some really fun holiday-related knitting books.
This week’s giveaway … Read More ...