A solid-color tree skirt is nice because it doesn’t detract attention from the tree itself, but of course you still want it to be pretty when it’s not covered with gifts.
The Snowbell Tree Skirt knitting pattern from Knitatude uses … Read More ...
Christmas Tree Fingerless Gloves Knitting Pattern
I love fingerless gloves throughout the year because my hands are always cold, but they’re the perfect thing to wear inside and out when there’s a chill in the air but you still need to use your fingers.
The Christmas … Read More ...
Book Review – The Knitter’s Book of Socks
A sock is a work of wonder. No other knitted garment has as many structural demands or endures as much wear and tear. The humble sock must defy gravity, suffer the confines of our shoes, and endure being trampled on … Read More ...
Quick and Easy Christmas Stocking Knitting Pattern
If you want to knit a bunch of Christmas stockings in time to fill them for the holiday, you need a pattern that works up pretty quickly.
The Speedy Stockings from Craft Star Studios are quick to knit because they’re … Read More ...
Thanksgiving Gnomes and Turkey Knitting Pattern
I could not resist sharing this Thanksgiving gnome and turkey pattern from Cheryl Andrews because it makes me laugh and is pretty darn adorable.
This Thanksgiving trio is mostly hidden by hats, and they’re worked with worsted weight yarn so … Read More ...
Bulky Dotty Hats to Knit for Everyone
I love a good, easy hat knitting pattern that you can make for just about anyone, from the baby to be to your kid’s teacher, or your kid, or yourself.
The Bulky Dotty Hat from All about Ami comes in … Read More ...
Reindeer Games Tree Skirt Knitting Pattern
Maybe you’re not thinking about decorating for Christmas yet, or maybe you’re already done, but this funk knit tree skirt should definitely be on your list for stitched holiday decor.
Reindeer Games by Brenda York uses seven colors of yarn … Read More ...
Celebrate Thanksknitting with this Cute Hat Knitting Pattern
There aren’t a lot of garments that are designed with Thanksgiving in mind, but this pretty hat is perfect to wear for your walk around the neighborhood after the meal is over.
Thanksknitting by Katie Pomper is a bottom up … Read More ...
Knit a Cozy Balaclava
Earlier this year, after a deep cold snap where I live, I collected a bunch of balaclava knitting patterns. I’m sad to report my husband still doesn’t have his (though I’m hoping to make it for Christmas), but I … Read More ...
Grab This Fun Activity Book for Knitters for Your Next Trip
If the holidays have you traveling at all, or you need something to do when your family descends on your house, check out the Knitting Activity Book by Debbi Deitke.
This book has more than 100 knitting-themed puzzles including:
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Textured Knitting with Lots of Options
I love a pattern that gives the knitter choices. Sure, you can alter designs to make them longer or shorter or change the neckline yourself, but it’s nice to have some of those options laid out for you in the … Read More ...
Fall Harvest Pillow Knitting Pattern
Fall is a great time to freshen up the inside of your home with some new decor. Seasonal pillows are pretty fast projects that easily change the look of your couch.
This Fall Harvest Pillow from Yarnspirations looks complicated but … Read More ...
Trevor the Turkey Knitting Pattern
I can never decide if I like my knit holiday decor better when it’s cartoony or when it’s more accurate to nature. Trevor the Turkey is making a solid case for more accurate representation of turkeys (though they’re not quite … Read More ...
Book Review – Knit Christmas Stockings
Christmas Stockings By Gwen W Steege
Make this holiday one your family will remember forever! With these 19 simple and fun patterns, even first-time knitters can create beautiful Christmas stockings for everyone on Santa’s list.
Gwen W. Steege offers innovative … Read More ...
Knit an Acorn — or a Bunch — for Your Fall Decor
I’m not really one to decorate with acorns, but I can attest to nature’s willingness to decorate my whole neighborhood with acorns this time of year. And now that I’ve seen this knit acorn pattern from Kim Hamlin at Fiber … Read More ...