With all the sad news of high-profile suicides lately, it’s important to take the time to make sure that the people we care about know we care about them and are thinking about them.
That can be as simple as … Read More ...
Knit a Bath Mat with Poufy Yarn
A few years ago — probably more than a few, the way my sense of time goes — Red Heart had a yarn called Pomp-a-Doodle, which was basically a string with puffy pom-poms attached to it. When you knit with … Read More ...
Knit a Gorgeous Pillow for a Ring Bearer
If you have a wedding coming up, check out this beautiful ring bearer pillow knitting pattern.
Designed by Debbie Trainor, it features a Double Moss Stitch back and a heart design on the front with a little cable in … Read More ...
Knit a Winged Heart for Mom
You know the classic heart-shaped Mom tattoo? anny purls has made a knit version that’s a little heart-shaped pillow complete with a scroll and the word mom on it. Plus, it has wings.
How cute is that?
I kind of … Read More ...
A Bunch of Great Free Washcloth Knitting Patterns
In my scrolling through Pinterest the other day, I saw a pin of a cute butterfly washcloth knitting pattern that led me to a treasure trove of dishcloth knitting patterns.
The collection at Designs by Emily features more than … Read More ...
More Hats Inspired by Team USA
American snowboarder Chloe Kim caused a stir in the knitting world with her awesome — and awesomely simple — Team USA hat at the Winter Olympics.
The hat, worked in chunky, cream colored yarn in ribbing, with a giant pom-pom … Read More ...
Knit a Heart-Shaped Washcloth
I wanted to do a little pattern for Valentine’s Day, but I really don’t love making holiday themed things that you feel like you can’t or shouldn’t use the rest of the year.
A washcloth, though, can be used all … Read More ...
Knit a Fortune Cookie for Chinese New Year
I know I have shared this idea before, but it’s been a few years and it’s just so cute I can’t resist mentioning it again since I came across it again recently.
Studio Knit has a nice little pattern for … Read More ...
Knit a Hat That’s a Lovely Sentiment
This sweet Lovely Sentiment Hat by Stefanie Canich (which runs $3 on Ravelry) is certainly a sweet way to keep someone you love (or yourself!) warm.
But that funky pom-pom on top of the sample just makes it all … Read More ...
Sweet Heart Mitts
Here’s an easy way to get a little Valentine’s spirit into your knits.
The I Carry Your Heart Mitts from We Bloom Here are a simple knit mitt pattern with a bit of cross stitch added after the knitting is … Read More ...
Wear Your (Knit) Heart on Your Sleeve
There are lots of patterns for knit hearts out there (I’ve even published a few, and might yet have one more in mind this season), but I loved this little knit heart applique from Red Heart for its playful presentation … Read More ...
A Super Bulky Scarf that Knits up Super Fast
There’s something to be said for quick knits pretty much all the time, but in this season when it doesn’t feel like winter is ever going to end (but we know that it really will pretty soon) it’s a great … Read More ...
Knit a Cozy Vest in Waffle Stitch
Do you follow any yarn companies or other knitting-related sites on social media? (I hope you’re following Craft Gossip at least!)
I love to follow some of my favorite companies because they often share free patterns and new patterns and … Read More ...
Knit Coffee Cup Cozies
If there are tea or coffee lovers on your list, the perfect last-minute gift is a great bag of coffee or box of tea, a mug or travel cup and a simple knit cozy.
Coffee cup cozies usually take less … Read More ...
Stitch a Yarn Basket for a Knitting Friend
Here’s a super quick project that’s perfect for any other knitters or yarn crafters on your list.
Red Heart has a free pattern for a knit basket of yarn ornament that is quick and easy to make.
It’s a good … Read More ...