When I look at this shawl I just think about fall. I know it’s coming sometime, and on one of those crisp fall mornings it would be great to have a big cuddly shawl to wear.
The Snapdragon shawl from … Read More...
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by Sarah White
When I look at this shawl I just think about fall. I know it’s coming sometime, and on one of those crisp fall mornings it would be great to have a big cuddly shawl to wear.
The Snapdragon shawl from … Read More...
Welcome to the Free Knit Slouchy Socks Pattern! These soothing knit socks are the perfect accessory to keep your feet warm and cozy during the colder months. The pattern is designed to be worked with Red Heart Super Saver Brushed … Read More...
by Sarah White
According to data from Ravelry crunched by The Washington Post, crocheters, and I assume knitters, too, start to think about making hats in August.
I am not ready to think about hats, because it is still plenty warm in … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you’ve been a reader here for very long (and thank you if you have, or even if you’re just joining us!) you probably know that I’m a big fan of sock knitting. I know some people don’t like it, … Read More...
by Sarah White
Melissa Leapman is a well-known knitting and crochet designer and all around good human, and when the mess with Stitches went down, causing a lot of fibers arts teachers and vendors to lose money for event registration, travel and sales, … Read More...
I recently purchased “All-Year-Round Knitting for Little Sweethearts: 68 Patterns for Everyday, Parties, and Special Times” and I am impressed by the variety and cuteness of the designs included in this book. From winter pine cone pants to summer … Read More...
by Sarah White
This super sweet scarf knitting pattern would be fun to stitch up for Valentine’s Day, or to give to someone who you want to wrap in love.
The Shape of My Heart scarf from Annie Baker Designs is worked in … Read More...
Hey there, fellow knitters! Are you ready to create an adorable and unique outfit for your little one? Introducing the Toad Stool Sweater and Trousers from our A Walk in the Woods collection. This pattern is perfect for those who … Read More...
by Sarah White
I recently rearranged my yarn stash so that most of it is arranged by color, and it’s inspired me to take a new look at what I have, and to realize that I have a lot of odd balls and … Read More...
The Half-Zip Pullover knit pattern is a great way to create a warm and cozy pullover for a child. The pattern uses Bernat Softee Chunky yarn, a soft and warm yarn that comes in a variety of colors, making it … Read More...
by Sarah White
Ella Emhoff is a designer and textile artist who also happens to be the daughter of the Second Gentleman of the United States. Her designs are whimsical and often use lots of scraps so they’re super colorful and fun. She … Read More...
by Sarah White
Last month I shared a big collection of knitting patterns to use leftover super bulky yarn (or a single skein that’s been lurking in your stash), and now I’m back with ideas for using little bits of bulky yarn. Whether … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’m sure I’ve knit with linen yarn before, but I can’t think of any projects I’ve made with it. I think I made a market bag once with a linen blend, and I have enough linen in my stash to … Read More...
by Sarah White
I recently shared a whole collection of one-skein (or so) sock yarn shawl knitting patterns, but of course there are always more options available or being published all the time.
Here’s another great option for your fine and super … Read More...
Introducing the romper in Snuggly 100% Merino 4 ply, design no. 5370, a cozy and adorable option for your little one. As a knitter, I haven’t had the chance to personally knit this pattern yet but I plan to do … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’m not sure this is a question I could answer, but what’s your favorite thing you’ve ever knit?
One of my favorites is definitely the Color Belt Sweater (Ravelry link) from my Colorwork Knitting book, because I’d had … Read More...
by Sarah White
This is one of those projects I could see people in both the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere getting behind right now.
If you’re in the part of the world where summer is ending soon, you might want to … Read More...
Welcome to the Everybody Knit Hat Pattern! This classic beanie hat is the perfect accessory to keep your head and ears warm during the colder months. The pattern is designed to be worked with Caron Simply Soft yarn, a soft, … Read More...
by Sarah White
There are several different knitting stitch patterns known as herringbone stitch, but the one I most commonly think of when I think of herringbone is the horizontal herringbone stitch. If you don’t know this one you can check it out … Read More...
by Sarah White
Confession time: I have had the yarn to knit an argyle vest for longer than my daughter (who is about to be 14) has been alive.
It’s a pattern from the book Picture Perfect Knits by Laura Birek, which came … Read More...