These are awesome. I love autumn leaves. Up here the colors are spectacular (well, not currently). Right around the first to the second week of October our woods are just blazing with colors.
So when I find any semblance of … Read More...
Yarn Yuck – Cool Blog…
I want to introduce you to a funny, yet cool blog. Yarn Yuck is exactly what it says, the author takes photographs from yarn companies and makes comments. I don’t always agree that they are offensive, or yucky, but they … Read More...
How To Dye Wool….
Not really a knitting post, but good information all the same.
From BEQDesign. Click HERE to learn how to dye wool!
Free Pattern – Daisy Stitch Hat
Free Pattern – Premie Santa Hat.
Tutorial – Tubular Cast On
Vintage Fashion Doll Mohair Hat and Coat Knitting Pattern
What holiday season would be complete without something for Barbie? This vintage knitted Fashion Doll pattern fits an 11.5 inch doll — your standard Barbie and friends size. You can tell this pattern is vintage because it calls for miniature … Read More...
Free Knitting Pattern – Sampler Afghan
This could totally be a stash buster! Or knit it to match your decor. It could be frilly and girly, or as shown, more neutral and masculine, totally customizeable.
This Checkered Knit Blanket will look fantastic in your living room! … Read More...
Tutorial – Yarn Ball and Ornament Wreath
Cowls Are Hot!
And this is Maddy Laine’s contribution to this latest craze.
This Wrap of Many Colors is a simple-to-knit reverse stockinette stitch combined in a versatile wrap that is shaped from the lower edge, creating a comfortable fit around the neck … Read More...
Knit A Dead Head!
My husband hunts. So do I. My husband dabbles in taxidermy. I do not. But, only because of time constraints, I’d rather knit (plus there is the lack of any talent regarding painting…) But with this technique, I can knit … Read More...
Cool Gift Idea For Crafters….
Congratulations, Annette
You’ve won the Vintage Fashion Knitwear Book.
Stay tuned, another giveaway coming later…..
Free Pattern – Striped Gift Baskets!
Now don’t go all “but this is a Spring Thing” pattern on me. Use your imagination and use up those glittery silvers and golds, whites and off whites, and reds and greens to make these awesome gift baskets for your … Read More...
Free Printable PDF File for Knitters and Crocheters Reference Cards
From the Chocolate Mints in a Jar blog, reference cards. Just print them off, maybe laminate them with clear contac paper, and cut them apart. Keep them in your knitting bag for quick reference.
Comes in knitting needle conversion, crochet … Read More...
Free Pattern – Vintage Hand Knitted Stockings….
12 Days of a Vintage Handmade Holiday — Day 1
They’re comfortable, warm — yes, even sexy — and fashionably popular decade after decade. This stocking pattern is one from the archive of classy 1930s styles. So many vintage knitted … Read More...
Lotus Bag Pattern From Stitch and Bitch Superstar Knitting
Knit Circus Has Done It Again
What have they done? Well, their latest issue is JAM PACKED with so many cool patterns, such as you see here, plus a video tutorial for a stretchy ribbed cast, an article about making socks fit, knitting with kids, and … Read More...
Free Pattern – Stash Buster Socks
Free Children’s Knitting Patterns from Knitting Daily:
8 FREE Knitting Patterns for Children
A Free Downloadable eBook
There’s nothing more satisfying than knitting something special for a child, and seeing their face light up with excitement! How proud you’ll … Read More...