It’s time to start thinking about spring cleaning, and I find that big projects always go down easier when a little crafting is involved, so why not knit a few new towels to help you out?
Melanie from Craftown has … Read More...
Mittens Inspired by the Emerald Isle
I’m a bit behind on sharing the mittens of the month from Kat at Just Crafty Enough, but this month’s pattern is pretty even if it’s past St. Patrick’s Day.
The Newgrange Mittens were inspired by spirals found on Newgrange … Read More...
Knit a Wrap Inspired by a Novel
Knitwear designer Jane Thornley recently published a fiber-themed mystery novel called Rogue Wave, and to celebrate she’s released a free knitting pattern by the same name. The Rogue Wave shawl is a drop-stitched beauty meant to be worked in … Read More...
Knit Flowers to Decorate a Tote Bag
Looking for a quick stash-busting project that will also get some cheery flowers into your life? Check out this flower-embellished tote bag from blogger purl3agony.
This is a great way to cover up a logo (or a stain) on a … Read More...
How to Fix a Worn Heel in a Sock
Knit socks are a thing of beauty, and a thing that’s meant to be worn and enjoyed. But socks are under a lot of pressure, particularly in the heel and toe areas, so the odds are good if your socks … Read More...
How to Knit a Continuous Cable Border
Rachael Rabbit has a great tutorial for working a continuous cable border on a knitting project that you’re going to want to grab soon. It will be available through the end of March, at which time she’s making it into … Read More...
Lattice Baby Blanket Pattern free Through March 31, 2014
This month’s free knitting pattern from the Sweater Babe is a cute lattice baby blanket you’re sure to want to print out and keep on hand when new little ones are set to arrive on the scene.
The pattern normally … Read More...
Once Most Prolific Knitter Has Died
Gwen Matthewman, an 86-year-old knitter who once held two world records, has died, according to reports from the Pontefract and Castleford Express.
Matthewman was once the fastest knitter in the world, at 111 stitches per minute (the current record … Read More...
Grab a Free Pattern from Jil Eaton Before April 7, 2014
Jil Eaton is known for her colorful, wearable children’s designs, and 20 of her MinnowKnits patterns are now available for the first time as digital downloads.
To celebrate, she’s offering one free set of patterns, a knitted layette including a … Read More...
Knit an Adorable Fair Isle Vest for Kids
Traditions combine in this pretty Kid’s Fair Isle Vest from Purl Soho. The technique is all Fair Isle, while the specific design involved hails from Muhu, an island off the coast of Estonia.
The vest itself is sized for little … Read More...
Another Knitting Record Holder and Men Knitting in Seattle
I came across another post about a knitting world record (hat tip to Vogue Knitting on both of these), this one about Norwegian knitter Helge Johansen, who has knit the world’s longest scarf. It’s almost 5 kilometers long (that’s … Read More...
Pi Shawls for Pi Day
It’s March 14, also known as Pi Day, so who could resist thinking about some pi-shaped (or pie-shaped?) shawls?
The most famous Pi Shawl is of course Elizabeth Zimmermann’s. Originally shared in her print newsletter, it’s been republished in … Read More...
Dallas Hospital Wants Blankets for Every Baby
Parkland Hospital in Dallas is the public hospital for Dallas County, which means they deliver a lot of babies in a lot of different circumstances.
They’re teaming up with Warm Up, America to try to fulfill a great — and … Read More...
Marathoner’s Scarf Now a World Record
I’ve written before about David Babcock, the Kansas City marathoner who knits while he runs. Back in October he aimed to break the record for the longest scarf knit while running a marathon (who knew that was even a … Read More...
Search is on from Britain’s Next Top Knitwear Designer
British knitting company LoveKnitting is one of the sponsors behind a knitting competition looking for new design talent. Would-be designers are asked to design a garment for men or women and send the pattern, along with at least two pictures, … Read More...
New Knitty is Here!
It doesn’t quite feel like time for spring and summer patterns, but it is time to get them on the needles so you can enjoy the finished projects in the right season. And there are plenty of beauties in the … Read More...
Needle Material Can Affect Gauge, Too
I’m really interested in this bit of knitting geekery from Knit Darling, which is about knitting needle materials and how different needles — even those labeled as being the same size — can give you different gauge results.
She … Read More...
Quick Shamrock Knitting Patterns
Last year at pretty much exactly this time I shared a handful of St. Patrick’s Day knitting patterns, so I thought I’d share a few more if you’re looking for a quick way to add some green to your … Read More...
Do Penguins Really Need Jumpers?
The story has been all over the Internet the past few days. A story out of Australia said that the Penguin Foundation was putting out a call to knitters for wee sweaters for penguins.
It said they use the sweaters … Read More...
Ravelry Reveals Some Fun User Statistics
Ravelry recently reached the milestone of having 4 million registered users (congratulations to them!) and they released some fun information about those users and their habits to celebrate.
There’s lots to see here, but I love that Iceland has the … Read More...