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...

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...

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...

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...

Looking for a quick and easy knitting pattern for Easter? Look no further than this adorable pattern from Knitting On The Net, designed by Vivian Keys!

With just a few simple stitches, this pattern creates a … Read More...

I’m thinking laptop bag if made just a bit bigger, or knitting bag, or just a classy tote bag. Any way you look at it, it’s a really nice pattern, just in time for the March holiday! Cables and eyelet … Read More...

This pattern was published in Threads no 22 (April 89) in a letter to the editor from Christine Bourquin. She was at the time 95 and living in Redwood City CA, still knitting, and expressed the desire to have her … Read More...

The original story is here: http://www.bransondailynews.com/story.php?storyID=10808

For other ideas on these Prayer Shawls, go here: http://www.shawlministry.com/

A free, easy pattern using any soft, warm yarn, is here: http://www.standrews-bigrapids.org/p8-9.pdf

Looking to chat about Knitting and Patterns? Check out our Facebook … Read More...

Spring 2009 Twist Collective is up and ready for viewing! This issue features  a tour of a sheep farm (from farm to yarn), painting lace with dye,  knitting with wire, as well as the usual sweater, sock, shawl, baby… patterns … Read More...

Phyllis Schmidt knits a teddy bear. “I’m a little slow this morning, because my hand is a little bit stiff,” said Schmidt. With only a few more rows to finish, “then it’ll be ready for stuffing,” she said….

The children … Read More...

Ribbed socks offer a great combination of comfort and ease, and these ribbed women’s socks are a great choice on both counts. They fit a wide range of feet without a lot of alteration and are nice and cozy as … Read More...

This one appeared in my inbox while searching for Valentine’s Day appropriate posts. It’s called the Hugs and Kisses Cable Wash Cloth Pattern.

This pattern is free from KnittingOnTheNet, here: http://knittingonthenet.com/patterns/clothhugskisses.htm

While I’m not crazy about the color, I really … Read More...