When it comes to super squishy, warm projects, brioche really can’t be beat. It looks amazing but also is just super fluffy and warm thanks to how the stitches are formed. It’s the perfect thing for keeping warm in winter … Read More ...
A Faded Lace Top for the Changing of the Seasons
This time of year is hard for a knitter. Now that it’s at least unofficially and nearly actually fall, we want to knit all the warm, cozy sweaters and fall and winter accessories.
But the weather might not quite have … Read More ...
A Quick Cropped Sweater for Fall
I missed the Ursa Sweater by Jacqueline Cieslak when it came out back in March, but it’s a great sweater for fall knitting.
This time of year I want something quick that can be off my needles and ready for … Read More ...
A Warm Sweater You Can Make in Different Weights
Now that Labor Day is done I think it’s officially time we can start talking fall and winter knitting. Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of pictures on Instagram of the Magnolia sweater by Camilla Vad.
Like this one the … Read More ...
Red Heart Joins the Yarnspirations Family
Consolidation seems to be a part of most businesses these days, and it’s true of yarn companies, too. Two giants in the field have joined forces and Red Heart yarns has become a part of the Yarnspirations family.
Visitors to … Read More ...
A Low-Pressure Make-along to Support Designers of Color
I love the idea and the spirit behind the BIPOC Make Along, hosted by Desamour Designs.
One of the important things I’ve learned — and I think a lot of other people have learned, too — in the past … Read More ...
The Perfect Shawl for Hanging onto Summer
As much as I am kind of ready for fall (and fall knitting!), there is a part of me that wants to hang onto the warm, long days of summer.
If you’re looking for one last summer-inspired knitting project to … Read More ...
Latvian Braids Shine in This Fun Hat
First off, how did I make it to August without knowing that Kelbourne Woolens was doing a year of hats series? So great! You can check out all the patterns and purchase kits to make them from the link above.… Read More ...
A Puzzler of a Blanket that’s Easy to Knit
The Easy Puzzle Blanket from Purl Soho is a charming stash-buster that looks harder than it is. It starts with a triangle, and stitches are picked up along the sides of the shapes as you build on them in different … Read More ...
A Slouchy Cardigan for Fall
Yesterday I mentioned that I’m already into fall knitting, and if you’re in the same camp, today’s pattern is for you.
The Uptown Cardigan from All about Ami is a long, slouchy, boxy cardigan that is perfect for wearing all … Read More ...
A Top for the Sultry Days of Summer
Where I live summer decided to wait until almost the very end to get really hot and terrible. Though I’ve already started my fall knitting, I’m a little tempted to put one more quick little summer top on the needles.… Read More ...
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Getting Craft Gossip content here on the web page is great, but did you know we have a whole host of Facebook groups and a Facebook page where you can find even more content and community?
Specific to knitters, you … Read More ...
Dishcloth Dresses – Happy Day Knit ePattern
If you’re looking for a knitting project that is both practical and charming, the Dishcloth Dresses: Happy Day Knit ePattern from Leisure Arts is a delightful choice. This pattern is part of the beloved Dishcloth Dresses collection, which has become
A Great Shawl for a Single Skein of DK Weight Yarn
I love single skein projects. Mostly because a lot of my stash is single skeins and I’m trying to pare it down, so anything I can make with a single ball makes me happy.
If you’ve got some Miss Babs … Read More ...
The Perfect Casual Cardigan for the Changing Seasons
I am a big fan of big cardigans. I love to throw them on housecoat style as I lounge around the house, and as the weather starts to get cooler I will wear a cardigan instead of a coat throughout … Read More ...