I know it’s a bit of a cliche to say that all dads wear ties, but I do think a knit tie is a nice thing to have when you do need to wear one, so let’s look at some … Read More ...
25 Knitting Projects That Sell Well At Craft Fairs, Markets And Online
There is something very satisfying about turning a basket of yarn into something people actually want to buy. Of course, there is also that slightly less romantic moment when you realise you have spent six evenings knitting a complicated lace … Read More ...
Knit a Blanket with a Fun Ripple Pattern
I feel like I’ve been seeing feather and fan and similar stitch patterns a lot lately. Maybe it’s just because I knit a feather and fan scarf earlier this year so now I’m paying attention to it. But this stitch … Read More ...
Knit a Pretty Floral Project Bag
The Clover Bag from Sarah Opie doesn’t strictly have to be a knitting project bag, but that’s how it’s shown in the photos on Ravelry and it’s really cute for that purpose so we’re going to go with that. I … Read More ...
Pride and Rainbow Patterns to Knit
It seems like knitters are always stitching up rainbows and Pride projects, so while I’ve done a lot of roundups related to these subjects in the past, there’s always more to write about, so let’s take a look at some … Read More ...
Joyful Colorwork Socks Book Review: 25 Happy Sock Knitting Patterns With Personality
There’s something about Nordic knitting that instantly makes a project feel cosy, practical, and a little bit magical. Even if you’re not actually sitting in a snowy cabin with a pot of coffee and a basket of wool beside you, … Read More ...
Knit a Sweater Covered in Dancing Cats
I fear that my preference for cats over dogs is reflected in how often I write about knitting patterns that include cats (fairly often, including a vest, a stack of nesting cats, a set of cat socks with … Read More ...
Book Review: Knit the City Building Blocks
Jake Henzler first designed knit blocks that look like buildings to commemorate his travels to Copenhagen; over time he added other cities and developed still more city blocks for the book Knit the City Building Blocks.
The book includes … Read More ...
KnitPicks Sale: Save Up To 25% On Yarn, Needles And Knitting Supplies
If your yarn basket has been looking a little too sensible lately, this might be the nudge you needed.
KnitPicks is currently running a sitewide sale with up to 25% off using code 5SUMMER26, which makes it a lovely … Read More ...
Pretty Ribbed Tops to Knit
Every year there are more great summer tops to knit, and this year a bunch of them that caught my eye used ribbing as a pattern element, not just an edging. Let’s take a look at some fun ribbed tops … Read More ...
Knit a Giant Body Pillow Cover
I like to sleep with a body pillow and have done so for years. I’ve sewn a few different pillowcases for my pillow through the years, but I never would have thought to knit a cover for a body pillow. … Read More ...
Book Review: Knitting for Dogs by Laurel Molk – A Sweet Gift From Grandma Who Knits
There are some children’s books that feel like they were made to be tucked inside a gift bag with a handmade scarf, a little ball of yarn, and a note from Grandma.
Knitting for Dogs by Laurel Molk is … Read More ...
The Perfect Socks to Knit for the Movie Lover in Your Life
Watching movies is a classic activity to do while you are knitting, and so much the better if you can knit something that shows off your love of film at the same time you are watching a movie.
That’s just … Read More ...
Knit Projects Covered with Butterflies
Butterflies are a common source of inspiration for all sorts of artists, and their colors and shapes are a lot of fun for knitters, too. Check out these knitting patterns that include butterfly motifs.
If you want to start simple, … Read More ...
Knit a Chicken for Your Eggs
Knitting can’t solve the age-old question of which came first, the chicken or the egg, but now, thanks to Yarnspirations, you can knit a little chicken to keep your egg cozy.
The chicken toy and egg cozy pattern from Yarnspirations … Read More ...