I LOVE this tote bag. But have to admit the flowers caught my eye. We are soooo very far away from flowers yet…. And what a wonderful bag it would be to take to the farmer’s market (provided, of course, … Read More...

One of my favorite jewelry designers has done it again! The fabulous Annie Adams has this very cute new shawl pin in her arsenol. Buttons to match too! I love Annie’s designs (I probably already implied this), got some stitch … Read More...

You’ve got the cute little chicks and eggs for your table. You’ve got the chocolate rabbit and marshmallow peeps in the Easter Basket. But do you have the Bunny dishcloth to go with the after-dinner festivities?

Why use dishcloths? … Read More...

Check out this free Shipwreck Shawl pattern from Knitty. With ragged edges and beads, it’s destined to become your next “must knit” project. Perfect!

Since the shawl is knitted circularly, there is never any need to purl. The right … Read More...

Looking for a fun and festive Easter project that will delight kids and adults alike? Look no further than this adorable knitted chicken and egg pattern from renowned toy designer, Alan Dart. With its whimsical design and bright colors, this … Read More...

Classis Elite Yarns offers 2 new free patterns for you, just in time for Spring.  This very cute toddler sweater, with just the right amount of buttons and these lacy socks are free patterns you can download.

Go here to … Read More...

All I can say is “Awwwwwww”. Adorable. Cute. Wait, let me go get my needles. Actually, there’s no “go getting” of my needles, they’re almost always within reach. And these fuzzy cuties are … Read More...

Using chunky weight wool yarn, this pattern knits up quickly and easily, and you can customize it with your choice of ribbon or other fun yarns. Once you’ve finished knitting, simply felt the … Read More...

I found this on Yarns and Musings blog (which I love to read, check them out!)

http://www.yarnsandmusings.com/2009/03/on-go-bag-post-felted.html

I’m just in love with these colors, any kind of color, this time of year catches my eye, but especially the bright jewel … Read More...

I’m always on the lookout for masculine designs for hand knits. My other half couldn’t be bothered with hand knit socks (except since he’s seen the Progressive Insurance commercial where the gal tells Santa that she likes cashmere socks, he’s … Read More...

The oldest female World War II veteran living in New York state is still helping other soldiers fighting in current wars – even at 99 years of age.

Jeanne B. Champ, a resident of the Hultquist Assisted Living Center, is … Read More...

Jeanne B. Champ, a resident of the Hultquist Assisted Living Center, is a true inspiration. At 99 years of age, she is the oldest female World War II veteran living in New York state, and she is still making a … Read More...

This free slipper pattern comes to us from the Prayer Shawl Ministries Blog.

Wanting to continue in the Prawer Shawl Knitting but already having more shawls than needed, this blogger came up with the idea of knitting and then fulling … Read More...

A whole selection of felted patterns, slippers, bags and pretty little flowers just in time for spring.

Click over to Pick Up Sticks to check out the slideshow on the home page. Then click on patterns to see all of … Read More...

Did someone say free afghan patterns? Yup! Purple Kitty Yarns and Red Heart team up to bring you 12 Free Afghan Patterns.

Go here: http://www.purplekittyyarns.com/free-patterns/afghan-patterns.html

Not crazy about the colors, but this technique rocks! I’m thinking pink, yellow, purple on white sneakers…..

To get your free pattern for these wool felted sneakers go to  (log in account required, but it’s free too!)

Finnish knit designer, Tuulia Salmela has developed a method to knit a seamless set-in-sleeve sweater from the top-down using any yarn and any stitch pattern. Included in this package is a short instruction manual (PDF) and an Excel 2003 spreadsheet … Read More...

Ollie the Octopus would love to come to your home, and you can get the pattern free from Lion Brand’s website, here:

He’s got friends too, fish, owls, mice…. check out the link above for free knitting critter patterns!

Make this gorgeous shawl in any color you want, because, when it’s all done, you paint it! Melusine is a magical entity unto itself, discover all of her faces with this free pattern! Brought to us from the fun and … Read More...