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...
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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...
by Sarah White
Even when it’s hot outside, sometimes you need to wear socks. Ankle socks are a great option to wear with sneakers when it’s hot outside, and these are super easy to knit with self-striping (or solid) yarn.
This pair of … Read More...
by Sarah White
Everyone needs a cute knit hat, but it’s even more true for babies, who need that extra bit of help keeping their temperature regulated. The good news is hats are super simple and fast to knit and every baby looks … Read More...
by Sarah White
Want to add a little boxy gingham style to your wardrobe? The Kittenish Tank from Tina Tse Knits might be just the thing.
This fun colorwork top uses two colors of sport or heavy fingering weight yarn. It is available … Read More...
There is never enough comfort in a home. With soft classic cables, subtle geometric patterns, and cool colour palettes, this handpicked assortment of 16 cotton pieces will improve your abode’s comfortable quotient in no time.
One luxury lap blanket at … Read More...
The Pellont Afghan is a knit afghan pattern made with super bulky weight yarn that has an easy level of difficulty. I know I keep saying it, but I love a pom pom afghan, they are especially good if you … Read More...
by Sarah White
Whatever the weather is like where you are, the Kenwood Sweater from Two of Wands is a great option.
It’s a simple boxy sweater worked flat in pieces with two colors of worsted weight yarn held together to make a … Read More...
by Sarah White
When Cat Bordhi died in 2020, she left a hole in the knitting community and a group of knitters mourning the loss of her innovative designs.
But since her passing some of her notes and projects she was working on … Read More...
This Knitting book features 10 projects for every age and gender, made on a variety of round small- to large-gauge knitting looms. Medium to chunky weight yarns are used throughout the book and each hat offers a variety of sizing … Read More...
by Sarah White
The Scarlett headband is a chic accessory that will keep your ears warm on cold and windy days. Or if it’s not cold where you live right now, you can wear it as a headband.
This simple headband is knit … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you’ve spent much time looking at knitting accessories on the Internet, you’ve probably seen yarn bowls, which are a pretty way to manage your yarn and keep it clean.
Yarn bowls are typically made of pottery or wood, and … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’m all about summer tops (and sweaters any time of year, let’s be honest) that are super simple in design. I guess I’m more of a product knitter because I want to have the thing I want as soon as … Read More...
This blanket reminds me of a picnic basket, it has strong textural lines and could be quite masculine and used for a lap blanket.
A gorgeous puffy texture and a simple structure create a finished cozy blanket that will be … Read More...
by Sarah White
I love the idea of a long vest (or sleeveless cardigan, if you will) as a way to add a bit of knitting to an outfit without adding a lot of warmth.
The Bailar Vest by Susanna IC for Knit … Read More...