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Giveaway: Knits at Home

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Knits at Home giveaway

Siaron is the winner.

Knitting for your home is a lot of fun because it shows anyone who visits that you are a knitter. From pillows to throws to doorstops and chair covers, there are a lot of different ways to use knitting in your home decor.

Knits at Home by Jacqui Small (which was published in England as The Knitted Home), goes from basic patterns and stitch patterns all the way through learning how to measure your own furniture to make knit covers for anything you want.

It’s a pretty book that’s sure to spark some ideas for ways you can bring more knitting into your home.

If you’d like a chance to win this book, leave a comment on this post by the end of the day Sunday, April 3. I’d love to know if you have any knit home decor right now or what you might like to make in the future. I have a big knit throw that I love and some knit pillows that come out every now and then.

Thanks for visiting, commenting and sharing, and good luck!

Comments

  3. Dishcloths, double knit hot pads and placemats, textured throws. Always looking for more inspiration!

  6. I have made a number of afghans and I have knit them as gifts for people for special events.

  9. I make throws as gifts, and as of yet have not kept one for myself.Finished a knitted sampler throw for my sister for this past Christmas. Maybe one day.

  11. I have a pillow form, but haven’t found the right pattern to use with it. I’ve also always loved chunky-looking throws, such as the one on the cover of the book in the giveaway. I really would love to have throws to use for different seasons of the year. This book looks wonderful, and I thank you for offering it to us!!

  12. I’ve knit afghans for all my children, now I’m ready to knit a new one for me. Thinking about a big knit type throw. Just have to decide color.

  13. im making a bath mat and pillow covers and trying to design a bedspread and curtains.
    i have half a cover made for my sewing machine. was thinking of trying to make those fabric baskets for the dressers/shelf units.
    so many things to make. thx for having so many contests

  14. I’ve been wanting to knit and this is the year!! The book looks perfect for me to get started!!

  15. I just moved into my new home so am eager to decorate w/ new colors! The nicest hand knit item I have is a gorgeous afghan made for me by my knitting buddies. They each did different square. It’s a treasure!!

  16. I made a large knit throw which I carry in the car in the winter time and a thick knit bed for my cat which he loves. Thank you for the opportunity to win this wonderful sounding book!

  17. I’ved made some throws before and gived them to my daughters but I would love to make a big one with bigs needles and big yarn.
    Thank you for this giveaway!

  21. I recently made a fringed pillow for my sofa. I really love this book and I am excited about this giveaway! Thanks for this opportunity!

  24. I have a beautiful white afghan on my couch. Of course my cat thinks I made for her.

  25. I have a couple of throws and some Christmas stockings. I’m hoping to make some cushion covers in the near future.

  26. My little apartment is embellished with one knitted cushion and one knit throw. Mom’s house, which is much larger, has cushions, bolsters, throws and a bedspread that I’ve made for her. Rav shows all the patterns from this book, and there are some great ones! Geometric Cable Throw and Ridge Rug are so unique, they’d be the first I’d want to make.

  28. I have several chair and sofa cushions that could use some knit covers! Thanks for the chance to win.

  31. We’re getting ready to move, so I’ve turned my attention to knitting for staging. I just finished a throw with an uber-chunky yarn that is beautifully folded up. I can’t wait to move so I can actually use it! With a dog and four kids, I know the throw would not stay “stage-able” for long if I let life happen to it. Also crocheted a new rug for the same room, using old sheets. There’s a pouf pattern in Knits at Home I would love to try next!

  33. I have a knit pillow and plans for making another.

    Thanks for a chance to win.

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

  35. I really need to make new pillow covers! Ours are all ripped! I just haven’t had time to make them yet.

  36. Well, I have a couple of afghan projects waiting for some fateful day. What I do finish are pillow covers. Love to fit older pillows with vibrant new covers, usually oversized medallions.

  38. I’ve knitted an afghan for the living room during the chilly winter months.

  40. I have lots of cushions and blankets that I’ve kitted over the years – they make a house feel like home!

  48. I made a blanket last year and has been a great hit in the family. Everybody loves it!

  50. I love to knit simple things so I made a cotton rug some time ago. Made of t-shirt yarn and knitted on 15 mm needles. Very quick, lacey and fun!

Have you read?

8 Knitted Crown Patterns for Children and Adults

There is something rather wonderful about a knitted crown. It takes a little yarn, a few pointed peaks and suddenly someone is in charge of the birthday cake. Whether they should be trusted with that responsibility is another matter entirely.

I love small knitting projects that invite a bit of fun, and these knitted crown patterns have plenty of possibilities. Make one for a grandchild’s dress-up basket, start a handmade birthday tradition, or knit matching crowns for a family celebration. And yes, there are adult sizes too, because being the person who organised the food should surely come with some royal privileges.

A soft knitted crown also makes a lovely alternative to a cardboard party crown. You can choose a favourite colour, coordinate it with a costume, or make something special enough to bring out year after year. Mustard yellow has that classic storybook look, but dusty pink, forest green and jewel-toned purple would be beautiful too.

These crown knitting patterns include children’s and adult options, along with designs that can be adjusted to fit. Some are worked flat and seamed, while others use circular knitting techniques, so there is a nice mix depending on what you enjoy making.

Our Free Knitted Crown Pattern for Kids and Adults

Start with our own free knitted crown pattern for kids and adults on CraftBits. It’s a lovely starting point for a handmade birthday crown or an addition to the family dress-up collection, with children and grownups both invited to join the royal household. I would choose a colour the wearer already loves—there is no rule saying every crown has to be gold.

Sheep & Stitch Crown: An Adjustable Design with a Video Tutorial

The knit crown pattern from Sheep & Stitch uses worsted-weight yarn and straight needles, with a video tutorial to help you follow along. You repeat the pointed sections until the crown fits, then join the ends, making this a useful option for children or adults without relying entirely on an age label. I especially like the video support for knitters who prefer seeing the shaping happen before trying it themselves.

Jubilee Crown Headband: Baby Through Adult Sizes

Marianna’s Jubilee Crown Headband is a free DK-weight design with baby, child, teen and adult size options. It’s described as quick and easy, making it an appealing choice when someone announces they need a costume rather closer to the event than you would have preferred. I would keep the smallest versions simple and let the yarn colour provide the decoration.

Hobbii Knitted Crown: A Cosy Ribbed Headband

The free Knitted Crown Headband from Hobbii, designed by Katharina Müller of My Favourite Stitches, combines a ribbed band with crown points. It includes baby, child and adult sizes and is knitted in the round with two yarns held together. This is the one I would look at for a crown that doubles as a playful ear warmer—very useful when your little royal insists on wearing their costume outside.

Elegant Knit Crown: Two Stretchy Size Options

Kathryn Andrews’ Elegant Knit Crown is a free Ravelry download with a small toddler/child size and a large teen/adult size. Worked from the top down in worsted-weight yarn, it uses a small amount of yarn and relies on stretchy edges to accommodate a range of heads. It’s a handy option for using a treasured leftover colour that isn’t quite enough for a hat.

Simple Knitted Crown: A Grownup Birthday Crown

Nicky Barfoot’s Simple Knitted Crown is a free DK-weight pattern with seven points and an adult-sized fit. The listed finished circumference is 50 cm, designed to stretch to a 55 cm head, so check that measurement before choosing it as a gift. I like this option for a grownup birthday celebration, especially in a beautiful cotton yarn that lets the shape take centre stage.

Crowning Glory: A Flat-Knitted Crown for the Family

The free Crowning Glory pattern by MrsMeeseMakes is knitted flat and seamed, with the circumference adjusted through the number of points you make. The designer gives guidance for baby, toddler, child, teenager and adult versions, making it a flexible choice for a family set. This would be my pick if you enjoy straight-needle projects and want to check the length as you go.

Paintbox Yarns Party Crown: Child and Adult Versions

The free Paintbox Yarns Party Crown uses aran-weight yarn and includes separate child and adult instructions. The listed finished circumferences are 44 cm and 50 cm, and the pattern is rated intermediate. I would make a coordinated pair in different colours for a birthday child and their favourite grownup—matching enough for photographs, but easy to tell apart when the party gets busy.

Choosing the Right Size for a Knitted Crown

Measure around the wearer’s head where the crown will sit, then compare that measurement with the pattern’s sizing notes. A finished knitted circumference may be smaller than the intended head measurement because the fabric stretches; that is different from choosing a size that is simply too small.

For an adjustable design, check the fit before sewing the ends together. You want the crown to stay put comfortably, especially if its owner plans to spend the afternoon dancing, running or issuing important instructions to the dog.

Yarn choice matters too. A springy wool blend and a smooth cotton can behave quite differently, even when both carry the same yarn-weight label. Follow the pattern’s tension guidance and think about how the finished crown will be washed.

Make It a Birthday Tradition

My favourite idea is to knit a crown that comes out every birthday. Choose a colour that will grow with its wearer, tuck it away with the birthday candles, and let it become one of those small family things everyone remembers.

For children’s crowns, stitched details are a lovely way to personalise the design without adding loose decorations. A little embroidered initial or a few contrasting stitches can make a simple crown feel very much their own.

And if you happen to knit yourself one while making the children’s versions, I think that is entirely reasonable. Someone has to supervise the kingdom—and keep an eye on the cake.