There is just something about little kids in knits. Everything looks a little cuter when it’s on a baby or toddler. (I guess that’s why I’m writing a book on the subject!)
But I’m actually pretty sure this Leaf Yoke … Read More ...
Patterns, projects and techniques
There is just something about little kids in knits. Everything looks a little cuter when it’s on a baby or toddler. (I guess that’s why I’m writing a book on the subject!)
But I’m actually pretty sure this Leaf Yoke … Read More ...
Sometimes dressing up for Halloween can be as simple as adding a little accessory to your everyday clothes that brings a bit of the season into your everyday. If that’s something you like to do, Sandra Singh has got you … Read More ...
Toft Alpaca is a British concern that includes a herd of alpacas, a knitting shop and craft workshop, even a cottage where you can stay on the farm.
The company has come up with a fun package called the Year … Read More ...
I don’t know how long this video has been out there, but I just saw it so I wanted to share it with you.
Google has a series of videos showing how different people use Google+, and one of them … Read More ...
The other day I shared a pattern for felted candy corn with you, and that was so super cute I couldn’t resist another candy corn themed project.
This one is from the Purl Bee, which you know I … Read More ...
I had such a busy day yesterday that I didn’t post the winner of Kaffe Fassett’s Dreaming in Color. So sorry about that!
We have a lovely, roundish number of 75 comments, and the winner is number 4, Leonie, … Read More ...
I came across a link to the blog of Woolly Wormhead, a UK knitter who is part of the artists’ commune Mutonia. She reports that the site of the commune is under threat and in order to maintain their … Read More ...
I heard a rumor (via the Vogue Knitting Facebook page) thatThe Dr. Oz Show is going to feature knitting this Wednesday.
The show, apparently, will have segments on the health benefits of knitting as well as a look at … Read More ...
Welcome, October! As you probably know this month is designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and all sorts of companies have special sales or pink-themed items on offer this time of year.
In the knitting world, all purchases made in … Read More ...
If you’re registered with Rowan Yarn (which is free to do), the free pattern for this month is a handsome two-color vest for men designed by Martin Storey.
Jack is a Fair Isle pattern that uses the colorwork in a … Read More ...
I couldn’t help but share this cute video from Sockupied, the online sock knitting magazine published by Interweave Press. They like to close the issue with something interesting and fun like a cartoon and postcards from vacationing socks, but the … Read More ...
I have no idea why BuzzFeed thinks it’s “alarming” (I really think they were trying to be funny) but a staffer has noticed that several contestants from “America’s Next Top Model” have found work after the show modeling knitwear for … Read More ...
The British Campaign for Wool hit the streets of America in a big way by wool-bombing New York City’s Bryant Park. The park’s fountain was transformed into a wooly wonder, while wool furniture and carpets were set out for people … Read More ...
Oct. 12 is officially the second I Love Yarn Day, which is a holiday made up by the Craft Yarn Council to celebrate all things yarny. It’s not just about knitting, of course, but we knitters can certainly get … Read More ...
Here’s a cute pattern for a bit of Halloween (or other seasons) decor I got a tip about from the Vintage Umbrella. This knit and felted candy corn from Wooly Something (aka Marie Mayhew Designs) provides a simple way … Read More ...