Patterns, projects and techniques
Introducing Knit Stix Wood Knitting Needles – The knitting needles with measurement right on the needles!
Did you ever forget your tape measure or ruler? Here’s a solution. Knit and measure in one! Available in sizes 10-15, and priced at … Read More ...
First of all, that question is just ridiculous. If we didn’t pay for yarn we didn’t need, our stashes would be in dire shape.
But, if you only need just a bit of a certain color and don’t want to … Read More ...
Think Mardi Gras, think costume party, think just plain fun!
This felted hat knitting pattern features a wide brim combined with a novelty yarn. For variations, omit the novelty yarn, knit the brim in a different color or knit it … Read More ...
Do you have a knitting question? Stumped on a technique? This website is amazing! With videos, tutorials, a glossary, forums and even free patterns, you’re never too far from success.
Check out the stash page, devoted to folks who would … Read More ...
I run across quite a few knitting books in my travels, excursions and jaunts, most are kind of cool, however since my life and tastes run far, far from the NY runways, and while I can drool over patterns and … Read More ...
The crockpot
method of dyeing yarn is pretty popular, however I’ve never seen a tutorial quite as in depth as this one, it’s great. Pictures of every step in the process, suggesting alternative ideas, and explaining why they do what … Read More ...
I found this little gem just the other day. Isn’t it pretty? I like neckwarmers. Being of the northern variety my neck does get cold, but lacy just isn’t me; this is perfect. (And why is it that everytime I … Read More ...
Face it, I know one of your resolutions this year was to use up more of your stash. Personally, I don’t do this, as then I’d have to replace it, but that’s just me. If you are one of the … Read More ...
While playing around on the internet, looking for knitting patterns, admit it, you do that too, otherwise why would you be here??. Anyway, I came across this really pretty afghan. Composed of a number of different cable patterns, I think … Read More ...
Wool can be itchy. Wool is warm. Ahhh, a dilemma! How to take advantage of a warm wool hat and lose the itch?
Linda Permann did an article on How To Line a Knit or Crochet Hat, using fleece, here: … Read More ...
Jesse Janes creates fabulous, colorful pendants on Scrabble Tiles. The brightly colored designs reflect the beauty and unique quality of Jesse Janes owner, J. Foster.
These pendants are a small sampling of the over 200 designs that is offered by … Read More ...
Interweave Press announces…. The New Spin-Off Site. Complete with lots and lots of free stuff!
Here’s just one of the free patterns they offer, a free Tea Cosy, made from handspu
n yarn. Go to www.spinoffmagazine.com and get your free … Read More ...
Can you knit it in time for this weekend? Depends on the project doesn’t it. If it’s a quick and easy thing, why not take advantage of the Spring Fever you’re feeling and cast on for yet one more “quick … Read More ...
I’ve always loved variegated yarns. The mystery of the pattern and the striping, or pooling, or even flashing is intriquing. That being said, not everyone likes these surprises. There are some who want perfect stipes with no pooling, and no … Read More ...
Everyone knows that copying a pattern is a no-no. Designers who create these awesome fashions deserve to be paid for their time and their efforts in the form of crafters buying their products. When a pattern is copied, the designer … Read More ...
