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There’s a satisfaction in knowing how to do things yourself. One of our trendy phrases is “self sufficiency”, green is the new black, and knitting rocks. Stuff like that.
Turn to ehow.com! You’ll find everything you could possibly want there, … Read More...
The baby blanket is so cute, but you could even make it larger for your beach themed house!
The pattern is free, courtesy of The Yarn Hog, here: http://yarnhog-yarnhog.blogspot.com/2008/04/fo-come-sail-away-and-another-free.html
This cardigan, is very cute, very pretty, and definitely a must have for the upcoming (if it ever gets here) spring changing weather.
The pattern is free, courtesy of Naturally Caron, here: http://www.naturallycaron.com:80/projects/aberdeen/aberdeen_1.html
Myself, I … Read More...
From our friends at Knitting. About.com comes this Valentine card. You could also make it larger and make it a dishcloth. Pretty cool. And free too!
http://knitting.about.com/od/accessories/p/knit-valentine.htm?nl=1
Two needle bind offs are a technique used to bind off stitches when finishing a knitting project. There are two types of two needle bind offs: the three needle bind off and Elizabeth Zimmermann’s easy bind off.
Three needle bind … Read More...
No picture of this one yet, because it’s still in process.
From Katie Bond….Knitters in Hilmarton (UK) have set themselves an unusual task – creating a house out of wool to raise money for their church. More than 30 knitting … Read More...
The Heartigan Cardigan from Knitting Daily!
This would be a perfect Valentine idea, come on, I know you’re looking for ideas. While the elbow patches are certainly cute, what you can’t see on the picture is the small heart embroidered, … Read More...
You spent all fall knitting your Christmas gifts, now it’s time for you.
Spring is right around the corner, which means that the changing temps will require easy on, easy off sweaters. This cardigan is perfect, with it’s light, easy, … Read More...
This Ultra-Quick, Ultra-Cute, and total stash buster is a no-brainer for a friend for Valentine’s Day. Knit it up quick and easy, wrap it around a cute mug and fill it with conversation hearts or chocolate and you’re good to … Read More...
Isn’t this just the cutest thing for fall? Our friends from Maddycraft.com have provided another free pattern for us. Be sure and stop by, and tell her that the Great Pumpkin sent you!
This new pattern is free from Knitting On The Net. Very easy, very quick and useful to boot!
You can be the envy of all of your friends when you sport your very own, knitted pumpkin dishcloth.
The pattern is … Read More...
This new pattern is free from Knitting On The Net. Very easy, very quick and useful to boot!
You can be the envy of all of your friends when you sport your very own, knitted pumpkin dishcloth.
The pattern is … Read More...
What happens when you take big needles, simple yet stylish patterns, and mix them all together with the industry’s “funnest” yarns? Well, you don’t get frumpy. You get gorgeous, wearable, real people sized knits.
The Yarn Girls have selected thirty … Read More...
Wraps and shawls, rolled collars, flared sleeves, kimonos, lacy scarves, asymetrical collars, vests, tunics and pullovers and more! This book features 25 patterns inspired by Japanese design.
Pattern for knitters of all levels are included in this book that combines … Read More...
Cool story! Pieces of knitting found in attic, disassembled and remade into something useful!
http://papgenamadeit.blogspot.com/2010/01/o-sotao-da-minha-sogra-my-mother-in.html
From KnitPurlPDX over on Ravelry starting Jan 8th.
Whether you knit gifts for everyone you know or just for yourself, surviving the winter holidays is always an accomplishment. This year, we’ve decided to reward ourselves (and you!) for with a … Read More...
Another Giveaway…..
Vintage Knits for Modern Babies presents twenty-five vintage-inspired patterns from the stylish baby knitwear label, Shescraftyknits.com. Owner and designer Hadley Fierlinger shares her lovingly crafted collection of hand-knitted, heirloom-quality garments for infants and toddlers aged six months to … Read More...
Perfect for when you’re skidding across the ice playing outside, waiting with the kids at the bus, or just running errands!
It’s perfect with a ponytail! Go here for the free pattern! http://tmatthewsfineart.blogspot.com/2010/01/free-knitting-pattern-headband-ear.html
Looking for more Knitted Headband … Read More...
And with this free pattern from Polarknit Chunky and Dreamweaver, you can learn how to cross cables like a pro and come out unscathed on the other side!
The free pattern is here! http://www.dreamweaveryarns.com/catalog/polarknit-chunky-weight-fleece-yarn-p-2523.html
Specific to knitters, you can join … Read More...
This term just sends me into hysterical laughter! Twit-along. You know, a Knit-Along via Twitter? Too funny…
Anyway, Donna Druchunas of the Ethnic Knits Yahoo group is doing a Twit-along (hysterical laughter) for a pair of really pretty wrist warmers.… Read More...
