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Knitting for Dogs, Cats, and Yarnbombing

May 8, 2015 by Sarah White

yarn bomb canadaJacksonville, Fla., resident Jane Cottrel has been busy knitting scarves for unlikely customers: pugs. She sells wee warmers for pups at $25 a pop and donates the money to pug rescue organizations. She’s made $1,00 so far and has … Read More...

Knitting Projects fit for a Princess

May 7, 2015 by Sarah White

I think every knitter who saw the first pictures of Princess Charlotte thought the same things: ooh, pretty blanket, and I could totally knit that hat.

Looking for more Baby knits? Check out these Baby Knitting pattern books we found … Read More...

Project Notebook: Lacy Mitts

May 6, 2015 by Sarah White

lace mittsI have a new pattern just released at CraftBits that I think you’ll like. The Lacy Mitts are a great project for a special woman in your life (though at this point they might have to be a belated Mother’s … Read More...

Make Prettier Decreases with This Tip

May 5, 2015 by Sarah White

slip turn twist decreaseKnit 2 together is the standard for a right-leaning decrease, and it’s usually paired with a slip, slip, knit, which leans to the left.

But ssks are ugly. Some people improve the situation by slipping the first stitch as if … Read More...

Learn How to Knit a Pieced Raglan with This Easy Tutorial

May 4, 2015 by Sarah White

marsala cardigan berrocoI’m going to TNNA at the end of the month, and I’m in mad knitting mode trying to get a few things together to wear. Right now I’m working on a Quickie Cardigan by Amy Gunderson a sweet little lace … Read More...

Giveaway: Quick Knits for Babies

May 4, 2015 by Sarah White

baby knits giveaway

Congratulations to Michelle.

Now that royal baby Charlotte has arrived, it seems the whole world is a little baby crazy. Of course knitters are often baby crazy, and new little ones are always a great reason to do a bit … Read More...

Knitting News: Knitting More than Your Bit, Knitting for Pets and More

May 1, 2015 by Sarah White

australia knitters cooperativeWith the celebration of ANZAC Day, the Southland Times uncovered the story of Janet Bowie, a knitter who completed 736 pairs of socks for men fighting in Gallipoli and throughout Europe during World War I. In 1919 she was awarded … Read More...

Interweave Library Up for Sale

April 30, 2015 by Sarah White

book sale interweaveIf you’re anywhere near Loveland, Colo., you’re going to want to consider attending the craft book sale and liquidation happening at Interweave’s old building. The founder of Interweave, Linda Ligon, is selling off the collection of books, notes and samples … Read More...

Bust Through Your Stash with a Garter Stitch Blanket

April 30, 2015 by Sarah White

garter stitch afghanConfession time: my stash is starting to make me a little nervous. I have book leftovers, yarns I bought, things people have sent me to review, little bits of balls from projects I’ve finished and big projects I stopped in … Read More...

More Projects to Knit for Summer

April 29, 2015 by Sarah White

summer knitting projectsA few cute warm-weather projects have caught my eye recently, and I thought I would share some with you in case you’re looking for some summer knitting inspiration.

I can’t stop thinking about the Tribeca Tunic from Lion Brand Yarn… Read More...

Knit a Fun Dishcloth in Mosaic Knitting

April 28, 2015 by Sarah White

mosaic knit dish clothI’m suddenly seeing mosaic knitting all over the place, which is great because I think it’s an underused technique. (I did cover it in my latest book, by the way!)

Sandra from the Feminine Touch shares a fun cotton … Read More...

Stitch for the Stocking and a Chance to Win $5,000

April 27, 2015 by Sarah White

worlds largest stocking caron unitedYou might remember last year when I told you about the effort at Yarnspirations to knit the world’s largest Christmas stocking — which is really individual squares measuring 3 feet across — in support of the Children of Fallen Patriots … Read More...

Giveaway: Huge Huggable Mochimochi

April 27, 2015 by Sarah White

mochimochi

Congratulations to Anne!

Sometimes I get jealous of crocheters because it’s seemingly so much easier to make dolls and characters and food and all sorts of really interesting creations out of crochet than it is out of knitting. Maybe that’s … Read More...

Learn the Right Way to Pick up Stitches for a Button Band

April 24, 2015 by Sarah White

picking up stitchesOne of the biggest problems knitters have when knitting sweaters is accurately picking up the right number of stitches evenly across the garment when working the button bands on a cardigan (or a neckline, for that matter).

Kelbourne Woolens has … Read More...

Knitty Surprises for Spring/Summer

April 23, 2015 by Sarah White

knitty surprisesAnd if you still needed more knitting inspiration for the season after the Twist Collective release, Knitty published its spring/summer surprises today, and I’ve got to say they’re pretty great.

The Angular Velocity socks by Rich Ensor feature a dainty … Read More...

New Twist Collective is Out

April 22, 2015 by Sarah White

spring summer 15 twist collectiveThe spring/summer 2015 Twist Collective was just released, and if you’re looking for something fun to knit for spring or summer, this is a great place to start.

I love Placid, a cardigan by Amy Gunderson with eyelet panels along … Read More...

Knit Some Adorable Dr Who Dalek Mittens

April 22, 2015 by Sarah White

knit dalek mittensKat at Just Crafty Enough is always knitting cute mittens, to the point that I’m actually behind at sharing them (sorry, Kat!). But I couldn’t resist showing you these Dalek Mittens right away, because they may in fact be the … Read More...

Knitting News: A Survivor Sweater, Inmates Knit for Charity and a Legacy of Knitting

April 21, 2015 by Sarah White

oklahoma city sweaterThe Oklahoma City bombing happened 20 years ago on Sunday, and one woman who was injured by the blast has knit a special sweater that holds the memories of those who were lost and what has happened since.

Priscilla Salyers … Read More...

Get This Summer Cardigan Pattern for Free Through June 15, 2015

April 20, 2015 by Sarah White

wispy willow cardiganIf you’re looking for a great little cardigan for spring, check out the Wispy Willow Cardigan from Cheryl Beckerich.

This top-down, short-sleeved raglan features five lace panels (one one each of the fronts, one down each of the sleeves and … Read More...

Giveaway: Finger Knitting Fun

April 20, 2015 by Sarah White

finger knitting fun

Congratulations to Jill!

As knitters and yarn crafters, we want to get the kids in our lives involved in the fiber arts as soon as we possibly can. Little kids are often interested in doing things like we do, and … Read More...

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