As we spend more time at home, many of us are looking for ways to use up our yarn stash and make the most of what we have. Bulky yarn is a great option for this because it knits up … Read More...
Etsy Feature – Tearoom Girl Elephant Knit Pattern
Introducing the Ela Elephant pattern, available for instant download upon purchase. This pattern offers two knitting methods to suit your preference.
For the traditional approach, the body of the elephant is worked “back and forth” on two single-pointed knitting needles, … Read More...
Easy Rainbow Knitting Patterns
If you want to spread a little cheer to someone you can’t visit or to your neighborhood, why not knit a rainbow to put in a window? It’s a sweet gesture that reminds us that we are not alone in … Read More...
Boost Your Skills with a Xandy Peters Scarf
My Bluprint (formerly Craftsy) has had all their classes as watch for free for a while (and still will through 4/16 if you want to take advantage), and one of the classes I watched was form Xandy Peters.
You might … Read More...
Help Your Kids Learn to Knit with Rowan
Lots of people are pulling together to help us keep our kids educated and entertained these days, and the good folks at Rowan Yarns have stepped up with a five-part class to help kids learn to knit.
In these … Read More...
Oban Cardigan Named March Mayhem Champion
After narrowing the field from 64 to two, knitters voting at Mason Dixon Knitting declared the Oban Cardigan by Thea Coleman the top knit of 2019.
It’s easy to see why this classic cabled cardigan caught the eye of voters: … Read More...
Etsy Feature – Onesie Baby Jumper Knit Pattern
Easy knitting pdf pattern for an adorable Baby Overalls. The Parkdale is the perfect playsuit for that new baby girl or baby boy gift. This would also make a great baby shower gift. Create an adorable babies first romper with … Read More...
9 Frontline Hero Nurse Knitting Patterns
Last week, we featured the Frontline crochet bear and this week, we are focusing on individual essential workers. We want to show our appreciation and support for the nurses who are working tirelessly on the frontlines during these challenging times. … Read More...
Stay Safe and Calm with a Cozy Knit Snood
I love all the patterns that people are releasing to commemorate this time or just to give us something new and lovely to knit while we wait this out.
The Stay Safe snood is a giant cowl worked in a … Read More...
Knit (Crochet or Sew) Ear Savers for Health Professionals
There’s been a surge in making homemade cloth masks for medical professionals and everyday people to wear to help slow the spread of the virus and protect workers who might not have other equipment to use.
But the elastic on … Read More...
Frontline Scrubs Hero Teddy Bear Knit Pattern
Knitables has created the most adorable Frontline Hero Bear pattern! To make it even more amazing you can grab it from free by downloading this free PDF of the Hero Bear. Be sure to support their blog and check out … Read More...
Surgical Face Mask Knitting Patterns
We have been inundated with requests for face mask knitting patterns so we decided to do all the research for you and find you the best ones. Now, lots of people are saying that knitted masks are unsafe and we … Read More...
The Best Free Teddy Bear Knitting Patterns
Lots of people around the world are putting teddy bears in their windows so that kids walking or driving through the neighborhood can “hunt” them.
If you want to give your teddy bear a handmade twist, I’ve collected some of … Read More...
Etsy Feature – Chunky Knit Dog Hat
Lockdown got you going a little crazy? How about this fun pattern
Hilariously adorable, and a little bit silly, this hat takes puppy cuteness to the next level! Heavenly soft and fashionably chunky, the suggested yarn is a dream to … Read More...
Knit a Comforting Shawl in Lace and Cables
As we were scrambling around that last weekend when we left the house somewhat normally (which was less than three weeks ago!) I decided I wanted to start a new knitting project that would be my “isolation project” (though the … Read More...
Need Something to Knit While Stuck at Home? Why Not Knit for Charity
There are so many ways we can help others in this time, from monetary donations to sewing masks and making blankets and other items.
It’s always true when it comes to charity knitting but maybe even more so now: check … Read More...
This Egg-Shaped Chick is Sure to Make You Smile
I was looking at Easter knitting pattern on Ravelry and I saw this adorable tiny Easter chick from Amanda Berry and I just had to share it.
This Easter knitting pattern from Amanda Berry is absolutely adorable! The tiny Easter … Read More...
6 Shawls In A Ball Patterns
“Get ready to add some warmth and style to your wardrobe with these Shawl in a Ball knitting pattern links. These patterns are specially designed for use with Lion Brand’s Shawl In A Ball Yarn, a versatile and … Read More...
Knit this Adorable Bunny for Easter or Whenever
We all could use something cute and cuddly in our lives right now, right? A couple of my friends have gotten puppies during isolation (bless them) but for the rest of us, maybe a knit bunny will suffice?
This super … Read More...
Knit Your Own Makeup Pads
As more of us are staying home and trying not to leave the house, you may find that you will run out of some supplies or want to conserve what you have by making your own items to supplement.
One … Read More...