Patterns, projects and techniques
christmas elf and gnome knitting patterns
‘Tis the season for knitting adorable holiday themed gnomes, elves, and other assorted holly jolly creatures. If you’re looking for another fun holiday doll to add to your collection, check out these super sweet … Read More ...
I guess this week’s theme without me quite thinking about it was projects that will give you a little extra bit of warmth.
The Moon Set Slipover from Ozetta Knitwear is a great little layering piece to wear over a … Read More ...
I know that conventional wisdom is that mittens are warmer than gloves because all your fingers being in one space keeps them warmer than each having their own little tube.
But what if you want something even warmer?
Why not … Read More ...
I probably should have featured this little knitted cardigan pattern back in Fall, especially with the leaf detailing along the collar. Oh well better late than never right?
This pattern is knitted with any DK weight or light worsted weight … Read More ...
With a name like the Friday Night Lights blanket, you know this is a project that’s going to be perfect for snuggling under at football games (or cross-country meets, or any other sport that happens outside this time of year).… Read More ...
You are probably getting sick of all the black Friday sales but here is one you WILL want to hear about.
60% off sitewide at Darn Good Yarn. Time to buy something for me!
You do not need a … Read More ...
Gatherings of people — family or otherwise — are not always conducive to getting a lot of knitting done. If you have to pay attention to your pattern you can miss out on some of the fun of being with … Read More ...
Do you have ice-cold fingers? Is the skin on your thumbs starting to peel away? Do not be alarmed; the Mighty Mittens are on their way! There’s nothing better than a mitten for delivering digits from damp and drab. It’s … Read More ...
This lovely, super bulky hat evokes feelings of fall and harvest time.
The Fields of Gold Beanie is an adult sized hat with wheat motifs worked in stranded colorwork. You can work the wheat in gold or light brown, or … Read More ...
This lovely bit of knitting is the Red Riding Hood cowl form Tanis Gray. It basically tells the story in stitches, complete with a house in the woods, a girl in a hood and a big, bad wolf.
It’s worked … Read More ...
This stunning sweater from Jennifer Berg is inspired by the Eye Dazzler rugs created by Navajo that featured optical illusions. IN this case the illusion is made with multicolored yarn in broken chevron lines.
It calls for worsted weight yarn … Read More ...
The Diamond of Virgo Blanket uses knit and purl stitches to create a heavily textured blanket. This pattern is made using 7 skeins of Lion Brand Color Made Easy yarn and U.S. size 11/8mm 40″ circular knitting needles.
Finished size: … Read More ...
Looking for something to stitch up for Thanksgiving that you still have time to make before dinner is on the table? This Turkey Day Washcloth from One Crafty Mama may be just the thing.
The pattern is all knits and … Read More ...
I’ve knit a lot of things, but I’ve never knit a sweater out of fingering weight yarn. Not even for a baby. But cold weather times are great for diving into a big, long project, and then enjoying wearing or … Read More ...
Dishcloths are always in short supply! The Clean & Crafty dishcloth collection includes 52 adorable cloths to help you decorate your house. Both beginners and experts will discover useful patterns in a range of styles, ranging from the easy to … Read More ...
