Tanis Gray says that summer reminds her of the ocean, which I completely agree with even though I live in a landlocked state and have only spent one summer in a beach community. But I still love the nautical look … Read More...
Free Pattern: American Flag Pin
Here’s another quick knitting pattern for the 4th that you still have time to knit: an American Flag Pin from About.com Knitting (yes, that’s me!). Worked in tiny bits of red, white and blue, you can stitch one up in … Read More...
Free Pattern: 4th of July Napkin Rings
Need a last-minute project to spruce up your table for the 4th? Why not stitch up a few of the 4th of July Napkin Rings from Lion Brand? Each one uses tiny bits of yarn (they call for Vanna’s Choice … Read More...
Woman Knitting at Wimbledon Causes a Stir
All eyes were on center court for the dramatic conclusion of the Wimbledon tennis match in which Andy Murray defeated Marcos Baghdatis in a contest that ran into the night, but the commentators were briefly more interested in a mystery … Read More...
Share Your Thoughts with Knitting Fever for a Chance to Win a Louisa Harding Book
Knitting Fever, the American distributor of all sorts of great yarns including Debbie Bliss, Noro, Sublime and many more, is celebrating the release of the latest Louisa Harding pattern booklet with a Facebook contest.
Check out the Marguerite booklet… Read More...
Getting Elemental with Berroco
Have you seen Berroco’s new Elements yarn? This wool/nylon blend is new for fall and hasn’t actually been released yet, but I’m super excited to try it out.
In the slideshow for the Elements pattern booklet, the yarn is … Read More...
Free Pattern: Patriotic 4th of July Mini Sock Pin
Here’s another quick one for anyone who needs some red, white and blue to wear for the fourth, or you could wear it while you watch the Olympics. This Patriotic Mini Sock Pin from Designs by KN calls for just … Read More...
Free Pattern: American 4th of July Evaporative Beverage Cooler
It might seem like it’s a little late to be knitting for the Fourth of July, but you still have time this weekend to stitch up a patriotic craft that will get you through the holiday, the Olympics, backyard barbecues, … Read More...
A Look at Vogue Knitting’s Early Fall Collection
The latest issue of Vogue Knitting, known as “early fall,” hits newsstands on July 10, but you don’t have to wait to sneak a peak at all the transitional pieces found inside. VK has posted its fashion preview for the … Read More...
Free Pattern – Slippers, Perfect For Father’s Day!
Free Patterns from Knit and Crochet Now!
Knit and Crochet Now is a PBS TV show. Seriously, I have never heard of this show!
This bunny pattern is free HERE
But don’t just stop there, click on the View Videos link and you’ll be treated to over … Read More...
New KAL – Summer Solstice Mystery Shawl KAL from Wendy Johnson!
The shawl is sort of a crescent shape that stays on the shoulders nicely. Knit from fingering weight yarn (expect it to take around 420 yards and it’s better to have a more solid than variegated colorway), it … Read More...
Vertigo Felted bag pattern
Zabet of “The Anti-Craft” designed, knitted and felted this bag and is sharing her pattern with us. She knitted it three times and ended up using Cascade 220 wool as one of the best felting yarns. I found the cascade … Read More...
A New KAL from The Knitters Brewing Company.
The Knitter’s Brewing Company has been doing KALs for a long time, I’ve participated in a few of them myself, for socks. This one is for this really pretty shawl. The Cardioid Shawl
Here’s the description: Cascading hearts set the … Read More...
Tutorial – Garter Tab Cast On
By Jaala Spiro of Knit Circus, the garter tab cast-on tutorial shows you how to start a garter stitch tab that blends right in with the rest of the border. Use this technique for crescent-shaped shawls beginning at the … Read More...
Free Pattern – Dainty Knitted Bells
Wedding decorations, shower decorations, Christmas or Easter Trees, gift wrappings, the possibilites are endless!
From the Grateful Prayer, Thankful Heart Blog, HERE
Looking for more Christmas themed Knitting patterns? Check out some of our favorite Knitting patterns on Etsy and… Read More...
Free knitting pattern, video tutorial: Felted Pan Handle Cozy & Felted Plant Hangers
Katie Startzman of “Duo Fiberworks” has two incredible Mother’s Day gift felting tutorials and patterns for you to make for Mother’s Day gifts. I would love both from my kids. I have the Cuisinart 12 MultiClad Pro Stainless Steel 12-Piece … Read More...
A Darn Pretty Drawing For A Darn Good Cause!

KAL from Jimmy Beans Wool
Join this Knit-A-Long on the Jimmy Beans Wool thread on Ravelry. Runs from middle of May to the end of June, 6 weeks, totally doable!
Go HERE for more info!
Free Pattern For Spring – Baby In Bloom Hats!
Aren’t they adorable? Try them in leftover scraps of your Brava from Knit Picks (seriously, this yarn is my new BFF!)
From All Free Knittng, the pattern is HERE
Specific to knitters, you can join our Knitting Patterns Only group … Read More...