Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it, but of course hearts are always appropriate and fun to knit.

The Big Love Beanie knitting pattern from Crafts Everywhere uses super bulky yarn in two colors and features sweet heart … Read More...

Recently I shared a collection of moss stitch knitting patterns, and now I’m back with moss stitch’s sibling, seed stitch.

What’s the difference between moss stitch and seed stitch? I’m glad you asked!

Seed stitch is generally worked with … Read More...

There’s nothing better than a roomy, boxy sweater on a cold day. It’s just so cozy and easy to wear over leggings (or, let’s be real, pajama pants) and they’re pretty quick and easy to knit as well.

Perfectly Knotted’s … Read More...

I love the look of a bandana cowl and the fact that it’s a perfect compromise between a shawl and a cowl. It looks like a shawl but it is a lot easier to wear because the cowl part keeps … Read More...

This cute and cozy bear pixie bonnet is the perfect addition to any winter wardrobe, and it’s perfect for knitters of all levels. The pattern, available from Fox and Pine Stitches, is designed to be made with worsted weight yarn, … Read More...

There’s still plenty of cold weather left this year in the Northern Hemisphere, and you’re still getting ready for it if you have a cold winter where you are in the Southern Hemisphere, so I guess it’s a good time … Read More...

In the post about ribbing knitting patterns yesterday, there was a pattern for a pair of socks that used ribbing everywhere — on the leg and all the way down the foot on both the top and bottom of the … Read More...

There are lots of ways to learn about knitting and build your skills these days. We can watch videos, read books and blogs and learn from people we know. If you want to learn a lot in a short period … Read More...

One of the key parts of learning how to knit well is understanding gauge. While there are plenty of knitters who say they never check their gauge, it’s a good idea to get in the habit of making and properly … Read More...

I love Japanese knitting patterns. Of course not every designer from that country has the same style, but in general, many Japanese knitting patterns have a spare but stylish look, with just enough details to make them interesting to knit … Read More...

This is such a sweet take on ear flaps I think everyone is going to want to knit this hat — and with sizes from baby to adult you can knit them for everyone you know!

The Garter Ear Flap … Read More...

The Cozy Mock Neck Sweater Crochet Pattern is the perfect project for anyone looking to knit their first sweater. The pattern is designed with the beginner knitter in mind, using simple techniques such as ribbing and stockinette stitch. It’s worked … Read More...

This time of year I feel like everyone is thinking about using their stash and odd balls from leftover projects. Maybe it’s just me, currently knitting a sweater (that might end up being a sweater dress!) from a bunch of … Read More...

There’s something kind of classic about the design of the Wandelbos socks by Mieka John, even though the stripes and color blocking on them is a little unconventional.

The socks are worked from the toe up and uses a German … Read More...

This pattern is referred to as a car coat, but if you ask me this is a great project to knit and wear for in the car, or on the couch, or just about anywhere else.

It’s worked in super … Read More...

While we’re getting back to basics this week, here’s a great throw to knit for the back of your couch that uses a simple textured stitch pattern.

The pattern is called hurdle stitch, and it’s made with a repeating pattern … Read More...

Fingerless mitts are a year-round accessory for me, but they’re a great thing to knit and to wear when it’s cold out.

The Starlit Night mitts pattern from The Crimson Stitchery uses slipped stitches to make a field of stars … Read More...