I tend to gravitate to simple projects to knit and to wear when it’s hot outside, but it’s nice to have a little added detail to make them a little more fun.
Avondale by Tammy Gore is a pretty, basic … Read More...
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by Sarah White
I tend to gravitate to simple projects to knit and to wear when it’s hot outside, but it’s nice to have a little added detail to make them a little more fun.
Avondale by Tammy Gore is a pretty, basic … Read More...
Simplicity is key to this aviator-style hat knitting pattern.
Made using worsted weight yarn and US size 7 needles. Sizing is 0-3, 3-6 and 6-12 months old. 1-2, 2-4, 5+ years old.
Designed by Julie Taylor this pattern is available … Read More...
The Emilia Shawl is a knit shawl pattern made with medium-weight yarn that has an easy level of difficulty.
This shawl has a nice boho feel to it and would work up great in different colors too, try a bright … Read More...
by Sarah White
Look at how sweet this bear ear hat knitting pattern is! This free knitting pattern comes in sizes baby, toddler, children, women and men. You’ll be making hats for everyone you know.
It’s worked in worsted weight yarn and is … Read More...
by Sarah White
The Vecna sock was designed as a stitchalong for the Sock Knitters Anonymous group on Ravelry for the month of July.
I hate to promote things I haven’t seen so I waited until the pattern was fully released to share … Read More...
The Best of Knit Picks: Pullovers & Cardigans collection offers ten magnificent sweaters that have lasted the test of time, from simple pullovers to complex colorwork and cables.
These tried-and-true patterns, some of which have been updated with new colours … Read More...
by Sarah White
While none of us a knitting exclusively for the ‘gram, it’s always nice to make photo-worthy projects that we’ll love to knit and wear (and share on social media). And if they don’t take a ton of time, so much … Read More...
by Sarah White
Bath time is a special time for babies and toddlers, and knitting up some special washcloths to use to bathe baby makes it that much sweeter.
My daughter still uses washcloths I knit for her when she was younger, and … Read More...
by Sarah White
Patterns that combine knitting and crochet often feel like one craft or the other is an afterthought. While it’s nice to add a crocheted trim to a knit sweater or blanket, it’s even more fun when a project feels like … Read More...
Gorgeous clean lines and a simple structure create a finished knitted baby blanket that will be loved for years. Also included are notes to make a small throw as well.
This pattern is made using worsted weight yarn and U.S. … Read More...
by Sarah White
Maybe it’s because my yarn cupboard is literally overflowing right now, but I’m thinking a lot about stash busting projects.
The Kaleidoscope sweater from Berroco (designed by Margaux Hufnagel) has a colorful circular yoke worked in rainbow colors, but you … Read More...
by Sarah White
The Stripey Turtle Tank by Emily Curtis isn’t a new knitting pattern but I saw someone sharing their finished object on Instagram the other day and it was so cute I just had to share it.
This project is the … Read More...
Make 15 gorgeous and unique crochet and knit afghans using the Universal Yarn Uptown yarn collection.
With yarn weights that range from DK to bulky, Universal Yarn’s Uptown collection really shines in this book that features an array of… Read More...by Sarah White
If you’re in the summer half of the world you might be wondering when is a good time to switch from summer knitting to fall and winter knitting.
I don’t think we’re there quite yet, because you still have time … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you’re new to knitting, the language of knitting patterns might seem totally foreign to you, but there are common things you can find in well-written knitting patterns that make it easier to read and follow the knitting pattern so … Read More...
by Sarah White
It’s the little details that make a design delightful, and the Delightful sweater by Yanwen Qian includes little details that make a big difference.
This top down pattern is mostly Stockinette Stitch but those sweet little cuffs worked in a … Read More...
It is so refreshing to come across a baby pattern that isn’t hearts and bows. Dinosaurs march along the sides of this beautifully textured knitted blanket to the delight of babies and children of any age!
by Sarah White
I once knit part of a scarf with little odd balls of yarn, and every time I changed color I also changed stitch pattern.
That’s the exact idea behind the Color Adventure Shawl, designed by Tonia Lyons, but instead of … Read More...
by Sarah White
This one might be better for people who are heading into summer rather than those closer to winter, unless you knit really fast, but I couldn’t help but share what looks to me like the ideal cardigan to knit for … Read More...
Playdate: A Baby Knits Collection includes eighteen patterns for those goofy, joyous, and oh-so-lovable kids in your life. The patterns in this collection are made to be worn and caressed; they’re precious, of course (how could they not be? … Read More...