It’s probably because Gemma’s Wrap, a free pattern from Lion Brand Yarn, is shown in a pretty, soft lavender colored yarn that it makes me think of weddings. But it’s also true that this would be a great project to … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Floral Toddler Skirt
The Florals Skirt knit pattern is a great way to create a stylish and functional piece of clothing for your little one. This pattern uses Bernat Baby Jacquards Florals yarn, a soft and lightweight yarn that comes in a variety … Read More ...
Tips for Picking the Right Color Yarn for Your Project
I have never been all that picky about the colors I use in knitting projects. When choosing colors for projects to go in my books, I try to pick colors that go together in individual projects and also to use … Read More ...
Knitting on Airplanes: What’s Allowed?
I feel like every summer as more people are traveling I see the questions about knitting on airplanes. People want to know what they are allowed to bring and if there’s any chance their precious knitting tools will get confiscated … Read More ...
Hoodie Knitting Patterns
Every now and then I like to check the top search terms that people are looking for when they visit, and I saw that one has to do with hoodie knitting patterns. I realized it looks like I have never … Read More ...
Book Review – Wilderness Knits: Scandi-style sweaters for adventuring outdoors
Wilderness Knits: Scandi-style sweaters
for adventuring outdoors 23 knitting patterns for jumpers and cardigans to last a lifetime
Combining her love for the outdoors and knitting, Linka Neumann presents patterns for Scandi-style jumpers, cardigans, and a headband that will keep … Read More ...
A Short and Sweet Top to Knit for Summer
I think one of the things that keeps me from wearing some of the summer tops that I have knit is that when they use worsted weight yarn, they’re actually heavier and warmer than a normal T-shirt would be. Which … Read More ...
Shawl Collar Men’s Sweater
This is an advanced level knitting pattern for a man’s shawl collar sweater that features all-over cables, which gives it a geometric feel. The sweater is knitted in Sirdar Country Classic, a soft and cosy yarn, and can be made … Read More ...
Knit This Super Comfy Tank Top for Summer
I have probably said this before, but even when I have knit tops for warm weather in the past, I don’t wear any of them all that often. I don’t really know why, I just don’t think of them as … Read More ...
Free Pattern – Flower Legwarmers for Baby
Legwarmers are a fun and versatile accessory for babies that can be used in many ways. One popular use for baby legwarmers is as crawling leggings, protecting a baby’s knees as they learn to crawl. As babies begin to explore … Read More ...
Bags to Knit for Your Travels
There are all sorts of different bags you can knit, from project bags to market totes to makeup bags and beyond. I love the idea of bringing knitting with you on your travels, both in terms of having knitting projects … Read More ...
Stitch a Textured Cardigan with Nydia
I bought the Nydia Pullover by Vanessa Smith when it came out, though I haven’t knit it yet (my pattern stash is almost as big a problem as my yarn stash!). I was sure that I wrote about how much … Read More ...
An Update on the Stitches/XRX Story
Recently I shared the news that XRX, the company behind the Stitches live and virtual events, had announced it would be filing for bankruptcy and was canceling all events. So far the actual filing doesn’t seem to have happened, and … Read More ...
An Easy Scarf to Use Up All Your Scraps
If you’ve been around here long, you know that I’m in a perpetual battle with my stash. I feel like I haven’t bought yarn in years unless I needed it for a specific project. I knit fairly a lot, and … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Mitred Sqaure Blanket
The Mitred Square blanket pattern, design number 5397 from Sirdar website, is a striking and modern design that is sure to add a touch of elegance to any nursery. The geometric design, created using the mitred squares technique, creates … Read More ...