Brooklyn Tweed just released its latest pattern collection, Wool People 7. The book is inspired by the clean simplicity and beauty of Japanese knitting patterns and books.
The look book offers details on the 15 patterns — 11 sweaters … Read More...
A Knitalong for Geeky Geeks
I just learned about this really cool knitalong, also known as a geekalong, that’s happening over at Lattes and Llamas. Each week the dynamic duo of Megan-Ann and Jac release a new double-knit block pattern that has some kind … Read More...
Knit a Fun Blanket for Baby
I love to knit baby blankets, and I like patterns that have fun details both for the knitter and the parents and child to enjoy.
This Easy Baby Blanket from The Things We Do is a lot of fun because … Read More...
A Pretty Tank with Great Details
If you’re already thinking about summer knitting you’re going to want to take a look at this free pattern from Classic Elite Yarns.
The Braided Strap Tank by Tonia Barry is a beauty with a deep V-neck, braided straps and … Read More...
Get This Cute Shrug Pattern Free Through 4/30/14
If you’re looking for a little something to keep your shoulders warm as the seasons change (or into summer if you’re like me and think everyone has their air conditioning on way too high), you’ll want to take a look … Read More...
Knit a Dramatic Shawl for Spring
Lion Brand Amazing yarn is a lot of fun, and I’m kind of in love with this Mitered Shawl knitting pattern that uses that pretty self-striping yarn.
Using mitered squares with multicolored yarn is an easy way to break up … Read More...
Happy Knitty Surprise Day
Today is Knitty surprise day, which means a couple more patterns have been released to get you stitching this season. (Note, if you are reading this on Wednesday, their servers may be a bit slow to load because the patterns … Read More...
Knit an Easy Chevron Baby Blanket
I have a friend who just the other day was lamenting the fact that chevron is still a trend. I didn’t want to tell her that knitters and crocheters have always loved a good chevron, and we’re happy to see … Read More...
Knitting Pattern – A Dozen Fun Flowers to Knit
To continue the theme of flowers this week, I thought it would be fun to share some more knitting patterns so you can knit your own, whether you make a bouquet of knit flowers to display or a single flower … Read More...
Knitters Stitch a Stunning Garden Pergola
The knitters of Norfolk in the UK are really quite amazing. They once knit a 15-foot-tall Christmas tree, and this year they’ve put together a spectacular garden pergola adorned with knit flowers, birds and bugs.
The structure, which measures more … Read More...
Perfect Daffodils to Knit for Spring
Are the daffodils blooming where you live? They’re almost gone here, but we knitters do not have to be constrained by literal seasons.
I’m loving this knitting pattern for daffodils by Julie Taylor from Craftsy. They’re just lovely, and pretty … Read More...
Knit Armwarmers with Anchors
I hear that one of the big trends for spring is nautical designs, and Kat from Just Crafty Enough has translated that trend into knitting with her Hello, Sailor Mitts.
Worked in two colors with anchors on one side … Read More...
Sweet Easter Inspiration, and Chicken Pants!
DROPS Design has been doing a little Easter calendar this week full of projects to inspire people to knit for that holiday or spring in general. Before today the projects were all for crochet, but today they made up for … Read More...
A Fun Headband for Spring
Girls of all ages who like flowers and simple knitting projects are sure to enjoy the Girl’s Spring Headband pattern from Melanie Smith at Craftown. This is a great stash-busting project for cotton yarn or other sturdy yarns, because you … Read More...
An Easy Sleeve for Summer Sweaters
I enjoy knitting sweaters and tops, but I will admit that I’m not a huge fan of knitting sleeves. For one thing, I always seem to knit one a few rows longer than the other, even when I’m counting carefully. … Read More...
Another Cute Hat for Spring
I don’t really wear hats in the spring, but this year I’m finding myself really attracted to spring-like hat patterns. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that I’m overdue for a haircut and feel like every day … Read More...
Knit an On-Trend Aztec Infinity Scarf
One of the big trends in fashion lately has been geometric shapes and a sort of Native American feel. Jordana Paige combines both of these in a fun but easy colorwork project, her Aztec Infinity Scarf.
The whole thing … Read More...
Make an Arm-Knit Scarf for Spring
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...