Jeanette Sloan has been at the forefront of discussions of diversity in knitting and the list of POC designers and crafters on her website has proven a valuable if rather low-tech resource both for consumers who want to support BIPOC … Read More ...
Whose Gauge is it Anyway?
I’ve been thinking a lot about gauge lately. I never seem to get it right.
The gauge on a pattern reflects the knitter who designed the project or knit the sample, the number of stitches per inch she was able … Read More ...
Knitted Dishcloth Dress Pattern
If you’re looking for a knitting pattern that’s charming, practical, and absolutely perfect for gifting, the Leisure Arts Dishcloth Dresses: Wedding Day Knit ePattern is a delightful choice. This clever design takes a simple dishcloth and turns it into a
A Sweet Baby Poncho to Knit
I’m not much of a poncho person for myself, but I do love ponchos on small people. I knit my daughter one when she was a toddler and I just loved it, and I feel the same about Gina Michele’s … Read More ...
Knit Crew Socks for Summer and Beyond
I love crew-style socks. I had some hiking socks once that were striped like crew socks and I have long wanted to make a knit version.
The Summer Camp Socks from Kniterella are really similar to those socks of my … Read More ...
Knit Some Squish to Keep You Warm
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 ...