One thing that bothers me a little about the arm knitting trend is that a lot of the projects tend to come out looking them same. They’re big, bulky scarves or cowls that may be great for winter but are … Read More...
Make a Gorgeous Diamond Hat
Just as cowls are nice in the spring, it can be good to have some spring hats to keep your head warm on windy days (or dry on sprinkly days).
This lovely Diamond Cap from Classic Elite Yarns should be … Read More...
Knit a Simple Drop-Stitch Cowl
I like to wear cowls throughout the spring (and even have a couple I can wear in the summer) because I’m the kind of person who is pretty much always cold and wearing a cowl makes a little bit more … Read More...
A Simple Sweater Pattern for Spring
Lightweight sweaters are great to have around this time of year (whether it’s spring or fall where you live). They’re easy to slip on when there’s a little chill in the air and to shed when it gets warmer.
I’m … Read More...
Knit a Pinwheel Dishcloth
I’m a sucker for a good dishcloth or washcloth knitting pattern, and especially this time of year it’s fun to make cloths you can use in your spring cleaning.
The Pinwheel Dish Cloth from Craftown is really cute and it’s … Read More...
Rowenta Ultra Steambrush Review; Or, How to Steam-Block Knitting
I usually wet-block my knitting projects, if I block them at all, but there might be reasons that you wouldn’t want to do that. Perhaps you’re working with a delicate fiber, or the project is huge and would stretch unpleasantly … Read More...
Check Out This Adorable Farm Blanket for Kids
I saw this one the other day in the Lion Brand newsletter and I knew I just had to share it. The Animal Talk Afghan, designed by Amy Bahrt, is a super cute blanket featuring a pig, sheep, duck … Read More...
Another Cute Chick and Egg Pattern
Last week I shared some fun chick knitting projects with you, and over the weekend my colleague Linda sent me this new one from the Purl Bee.
The Chick-in-an-Egg is an egg-shaped chick with a funny expression that you … Read More...
Knitting Patterns for Little Chicks
Spring is here and what better way to celebrate the season than by knitting some cute little chicks! These adorable chick-inspired patterns are perfect for Easter and the spring season. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter, these patterns … Read More...
Knitting Heralded as Help for Anxiety
It seems like every few months there’s an article that gets a lot of notice about how great knitting and other crafts are for people’s health.
The latest one is from CNN. “This is your brain on knitting” opens by … Read More...
Free Knitting Patterns – Cute Spring Knits
Spring is a time of renewal and new beginnings, and many people are excited to leave behind the cold and dark days of winter. As the weather starts to warm up, people begin to spend more time outdoors and start … Read More...
Pin of the Week: Citadel Hat Pattern
I’ve from time to time shared a Pin of the Week, which usually has just been something interesting I came across on Pinterest the week before, but I thought it might be fun instead to share some of the more … Read More...
Knit a Bear Hat for All Ages
This cute little cabled hat with bear ears is perfect on a baby but it’s sized up to an adult small if you want to dress the whole family up Three Bears style.
CraftFoxes published this pattern back in 2012, … Read More...
Spring Clean with Knitting Projects
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...