This might be Knitting Daily’s best season yet.
In show #401 the Expert Knitting Daily Squad shows you that you can learn and practice new techniques easily and fearlessly on baby items.
Eunny shows us how to “unknit” or tink … Read More...
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by Terrye
This might be Knitting Daily’s best season yet.
In show #401 the Expert Knitting Daily Squad shows you that you can learn and practice new techniques easily and fearlessly on baby items.
Eunny shows us how to “unknit” or tink … Read More...
by Terrye
You knew it, another wrist warmer set done, in green(ish).
Bamboo Ewe is one of the 3 new 100% natural, 100% affordable yarns from Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller.
The bamboo in this yarn makes it a dream to knit … Read More...
by Terrye
Or something like that! A Knitted Hobby Horse, that’s what it is!
I recently came across a copy of this book that I’d like to giveaway. Not because I don’t want it, but because it’s an awesome book (yes, it … Read More...
by Terrye
Quite awhile ago, I found the Irish Hiking Scarf and decided to knit it. I loved it. The pattern was so easy and although I knitted it in a warm worsted weight, it was still rather elegant. The only change, … Read More...
by Terrye
From the Heart Felted Bowls are a heartfelt gift any time of the year, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Weddings and Christmas! These quick to knit and felt gift bowls are featured in three sizes. Decorative options include a knit ruffle … Read More...
by Terrye
Stumbling around Flickr, as I’ve been known to do, I came across this. It’s called Free Form Knitting, and there’s a whole Flickr group devoted to it. To me it almost looks like the whole of the Eurasian/African Continents, but … Read More...
by Terrye
I found these over on the Flickr site and really like them, maybe because there’s green…… Anyway, here are the free patterns. Ballband Dishcloth:
www.peaches-creme.com/Ballband%20Dishcloth.htm and Tribble:
knitting.craftgossip.com/a-tribble-a-day/2009/03/02/
Looking to knit more dishcloth patterns ? Check out these … Read More...
by Terrye
No, it’s not football season, but we do have another giveaway. Not sure how that all ties in, hang in there with me, I can usually make it all work. How about an alternative to that football game? This one’s … Read More...
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
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
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
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...
by Terrye
Watch out, stampede ahead! I know. This always happens when I say those 2 magic words: “Yarn Sale!”
Well, from Jan 4-10 Fiddlesticks Knitting is offering their yarns at 3.95 a ball! Go check out your favorites so you’re all … Read More...
by Terrye
If there’s one thing that every knitter can use, it’s an accessible guide filled to the brim with tips, tricks, shortcuts and secrets for unraveling any yarn mystery. Who better to compile it than Lily Chin – author of four … Read More...
by Terrye
Recently I started the Every Way Wrap, from Interweave Fall 2009. I love cables, and the moss stitch part was pretty also. I chose a silk/merino blend handdyed from Yarn Hollow and happily cast on! (is there any other … Read More...