Rangoli 
are classic designs you often see at Diwali in front of people’s homes or as decoration within the home during the holiday. This cardboard maze uses a rangoli as the centerpiece to make a fun art project you can … Read More...
Build Your Fall Wardrobe with the Owasso Tee Knitting Pattern
Despite the name having the word “tee” in it, the Owasso Tee from Blue Sky Fibers doesn’t really look like a summer project to me.
It’s a long line, oversized, boxy aran weight top worked in Shaker Rib that is … Read More...
Revamp Your Couch with these Great Pillow Knitting Patterns
Getting new pillows is a great way to change the look and feel of your space, and it’s a great thing to do before the weather gets cold and you are spending a lot more time at home.
It’s even … Read More...
Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern Set
If one Halloween cross stitch pattern is good, then four is even better. This cute set of Halloween patterns from Stitch Gallery PDF includes scenes creepy and cute to suit any style.
Each pattern is about 7 by 7 inches, … Read More...
Bring on the Texture with the Pebble Cowl Knitting Pattern
Allover stitch patterns don’t have to be boring. I love the simple texture of a good Moss Stitch project, or you can take an unusual stitch pattern and repeat it to really cool effect.
The Pebble Cowl from Anjali/Affiknitty Designs … Read More...
Celebrating Diwali Book Review
Books are a great way to learn about cultures and celebrations that we might not participate in ourselves, and there are a lot of great kids books that can help people of all ages understand different cultures and holidays they … Read More...
Happy 20th Anniversary to Knitty!
The Internet was a lot different in 2002. There were maybe more knitting blogs, but not a lot of good, reliable places to get good, fun knitting patterns. The knitting industry was still very much focused on print media (KnitPicks … Read More...
Telling Time with Apple Clocks
Learning to tell time on an analog clock is an important thing for kids to learn and is often tackled at the beginning of the school year, when we are all about apples in the decor.
These apple clock worksheets … Read More...
Knitted Edge for Table Runner
Sometimes it’s fun to add a bit of knitting to a different project or even to something store bought to give it a little handmade edge.
In this case the “handmade edge” is literal, as Susan from A Box of … Read More...
Day of the Dead Cross Stitch Pattern
Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is an important day in Mexican culture and has inspired people around the world to use the day to honor those close to them who have died.
Skulls are an iconic … Read More...
Amigurumi Alpaca
Learn to crochet a soft amigurumi alpaca using Bernat Blanket Yarn. The legs are crocheted as one piece so there is very little sewing!
A Little Pumpkin Knitting Pattern
If you’ve been around this site for a while it should come as no surprise that I’m a little obsessed with knit pumpkins.
(Evidence: this roundup of knit pumpkin patterns, or a search for pumpkin in our archives.)
This … Read More...
Apple Books and Activities for Toddlers
If you have a little one at home or are teaching young kids, pairing children’s books and activities is a great way to extend the fun of reading and learning about certain topics.
If you want to add some … Read More...
Sweet Autumn Apple Cross Stitch Pattern
There’s something to be said for adorable little cross stitch patterns. They are small, quick to knit, easy for beginners, but satisfying for anyone of any skill level. And did I mention cute?
For example, this autumn apple from Cross … Read More...
Try This Easy Colorwork Sweater Knitting Pattern
Colorwork yoke sweaters are so popular because they give you a classic look and you get to play with a bit of color without having to do colorwork for the full garment.
If you’re intimidated by the idea of a … Read More...
Apple Tree Math Activity
Apples are coming in season in the fall, right when school is starting, so it’s a great time to add some apple-themed activities to your days.
This apple math activity from Hello Wonderful is cute and an easy way … Read More...
Use All the Minis for this Pretty Scarf Knitting Pattern
I think it’s just because I’m always on the lookout for stash-busting projects, but I feel like I’ve been sharing a lot of projects that use mini skeins lately.
The Confectionery scarf from Lisa K. Ross uses fingering weight yarn … Read More...
Take it Easy with this Sweater Knitting Pattern
If you want to get ready for fall in a hurry, you need to knit the Easy Breezy Sweater from Shay Johnson for Knit Collage.
This design uses worsted weight yarn with a fun spiral stitch on the sleeves that … Read More...
Autumn Littles Cross Stitch Pattern Bundle
In the rush to get to Halloween we can often forget that decorating just for fall is nice. These autumn littles cross stitch patterns from Waxing Moon Designs are the perfect way to ease into fall decorating if you don’t … Read More...
Happy Halloweenmas Cross Stitch Pattern
If you’re the kind of person who gets excited about Halloween because it means we’re that much closer to putting up Christmas decorations, this Halloweenmas cross stitch pattern is the thing for you.
This carved pumpkin wearing a Santa hat … Read More...