This week’s free pattern is actually four free patterns, all from Wool and the Gang, all inspired by accessories a ballerina might wear, but that you can also enjoy even if you’re not a dancer.
First, there’s the ballet scrunchie… Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Cabled Bag
The Cabled Bag knit pattern uses Patons Canadiana worsted weight yarn, which is a great choice for a knitted bag. This yarn is a blend of acrylic and wool which is strong, durable, and has a good stitch definition. … Read More ...
Santa Knitting Patterns
I wanted to do a post of Santa knitting patterns, but maybe not in the way you would expect. Instead of sharing a bunch of Santa dolls, I wanted to point you to Santa-themed patterns that might or might not … Read More ...
Jazz Up Your Projects with Tassels
If you’ve been reading this page for very long, you probably know that one of my obsessions (or shall we say interests?) is using yarn stash as much as possible. I have an unreasonable stash, and I’m guessing I’m not … Read More ...
Stitch with Sweets to Support Warm Up America
The Hallmark Channel and Warm Up America have teamed up with Stitched with Sweets to provide fun and warm Christmas scarves to women’s shelters.
As part of their Countdown to Christmas, The Hallmark Channel has donate $10,000 to the initiative … Read More ...
Worsted Weight Knit Amigurumi Animal Patterns
I’ve been working on a series of posts about ways to use leftover worsted weight yarn, and it seems to me that knit amigurumi is a great place to start. Not only is knitting little animals (or other things, … Read More ...
Book Review – Knit To Amaze
I recently had the opportunity to flip through the pages of “Knit to Amaze: A Visual Guide to Knitting Amazing Fingerless Mittens, Knee Warmers, Kitchen Cloths & Coasters
” and was impressed with what I saw. The author presents a … Read More ...
Remember November with this Knit Hat and Mitt Set
I don’t know what happened to Vanessa Smith that one November so that she needed to commemorate it in yarn, but I think it’s a good thing for the rest of us that she did.
The Novemberist hat and … Read More ...
Baby Knitting Pattern – Teddy Bear Sweater
This Sirdar pattern, design number 5401, is the perfect project for knitters looking to create a cozy and adorable outfit for their little one. The teddy bear sweater and hat set features a cute intarsia teddy bear motif with embroidered … Read More ...
Easy Mitten Knitting Pattern
I recently shared a post all about mitts and mittens to knit using sock yarn leftovers. I know using sock yarn for mittens makes it sound like they will take forever, and maybe not even be that warm because the … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern – Keyhole Scarf
The keyhole scarf knit pattern is a great way to add a touch of style and versatility to your wardrobe. The pattern uses Red Heart Curly Q yarn, which is a fun and unique yarn that adds a playful … Read More ...
Christmas Stocking Patterns to Knit
When I added writing a post about Christmas stocking knitting patterns to my list for November, I went back to look at some old pattern roundups to make sure I wasn’t repeating patterns and I had to laugh at myself … Read More ...
Cozy Cable Scarf
Cable knit scarves are so fun to make, and I feel like they are warmer than other types of scarves because the twists capture the cold air before it can get to you. That’s probably not a real thing, but … Read More ...
Review: The Art of Landscape Knitting
Nature has a lot to offer in the way of inspiration to artists, and knitters are no exception. Anne Le Brocq used textures from the sea, forest, mountains and more to develop textured stitch patterns she shares in her book … Read More ...
Book Review – Christmas Knitted Pet Projects
“Christmas Knitted Pet Projects: Fun and Gorgeous Knitted Pet Projects for Christmas!: Dog Knit Pattern Christmas Sweater, Jackets, Clothes and Scarf Book” is the perfect guide to make sure your animal friends are not left out during the Christmas … Read More ...