Patterns, projects and techniques
Make these double point or circular needle holders from left over paper bags. For even more organization, punch holes in the sides, reinforce the holes and store them in a 3 ring notebook!
The templates are here! http://www.craftleftovers.com/blog/archives/1094… Read More ...
Knit with Debbie Stoller in Tuscany this summer!
Come along on a week long adventure in fiber, food, and fun!
Join her this summer for an unforgettable knitting adventure in the beautiful Tuscan region of Italy.
You’ll be visiting an … Read More ...
Here are some fun summertime knit and crochet projects. Fun free summer knit patterns for beach and patio accessories.
Coasters, sunglass holders, wine cozies, water bottle holders and more!
Here:
http://www.pattern-knit.com/free-knitting-patterns/great-summer-knit-projects-beach-accessories-beverage-covers… Read More ...
From Jessica Reed at guardian.co.uk
An alternative to big business exists thanks to a booming community of crafters selling their work…
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Short of yarn? Too much yarn? Post a free stash swap ad and meet other knitters and crocheters looking to de-stash their extra yarn or find something special for their next project. 
CONTEST:
Register to win
The winner of our next drawing will receive a three-compartment, hanging yarn storage unit from the Debbie Macomber Collection of the Leisure Boutique. The winner will be notified by e-mail by March 18th, 2009.
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Note: since this post was originally published in 2009, the pattern is no longer free. You can find more information about the adult and child-sized sweaters at the website linked below (scroll down) or buy the pattern directly via digital … Read More ...
Not crazy about the colors, but this technique rocks! I’m thinking pink, yellow, purple on white sneakers…..
To get your free pattern for these wool felted sneakers go to (log in account required, but it’s free too!)… Read More ...
Finnish knit designer, Tuulia Salmela has developed a method to knit a seamless set-in-sleeve sweater from the top-down using any yarn and any stitch pattern. Included in this package is a short instruction manual (PDF) and an Excel 2003 spreadsheet … Read More ...
Ollie the Octopus would love to come to your home, and you can get the pattern free from Lion Brand’s website, here:
He’s got friends too, fish, owls, mice…. check out the link above for free knitting critter patterns!… Read More ...
Who needs to go out and buy a needle holder when all that’s required is a little stash-raiding?
This free pattern from Berroco knits up quick, quick enough that you’ll be able to knit the 7 or 8 that you … Read More ...
Norah’s book, Vol. 4: Excess is ready to view! Go here for a slideshow and narrative by Norah herself!
http://berroco.com/slideshows/ng4_excess/index.html
Read more at Berroco’s Website!… Read More ...
Vogue’s Knitting Site never ceases to amaze me. Just this morning in my email box, I got this little jewel. And it’s free!
In Vogue’s Stitch Library, here: http://www.vogueknitting.com/node/569
Perfect for the beach house, you could make up a whole … Read More ...
Lisa Edelstein, star of the Fox Television hit House, is helping in a campaign geared towards child survival. She is joining in and knitting/crocheting a baby cap and writing letters. This outreach effort is part of the “Knit One, Save … Read More ...
National Craft Month (NCM) is a nationwide consumer awareness program designed to draw attention to crafts and the benefits derived from craft activities. Celebrated each March by consumers and the industry alike, NCM activities and promotions take place nationally and … Read More ...