I have only done really basic brioche knitting (pretty much just straight pieces in one or two colors) and it’s a lot of fun but I’ve been hesitant to do a project with shaping because it looks scary.

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“The latest entry in the ’60 Quick Knits’ series focuses on beginner-friendly projects knit in budget-friendly yarn. While the requisite hats and scarves are included, the designers branch out into shawls and wraps, socks, cowls, mittens, and simple … Read More...

I think we have finally reached the end of Halloween knitting patterns for this year, but I couldn’t resist sharing the super adorable Boo Yah hat pattern from Katie Franceschi, which you probably still have time to knit.

Colorwork knitting … Read More...

Add some colour to your room with this wonderful blanket that has been designed by Jenny Watson. This knitting pattern also uses Jenny Watson’s yarn in Babysoft DK which delightfully soft baby yarn that is perfect for sensitive skin meaning … Read More...

Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s iconic lace collars have become quite the popular accessory/motif for crafters this year. They’re a striking accessory to wear when you go voting or just to honor RBG in crafting.

The latest design in this genre are … Read More...

An easy beginner knitting pattern for a Halloween tea cosy. Or take the spiders off and make a Fall themed Tea cozy. The pattern has Row by Row instructions for 2 sizes of cosy, a standard 6 cup pot and … Read More...

Mohair can be a little fiddly but the look of a finished piece worked in mohair or with mohair and other yarns is really lovely. It feels great and you get that fun kind of see-through look that’s really interesting … Read More...

This ice cream cushion is such a fun project. Perfect for a children’s play area, bedroom or as party decorations too.

You can download this free knitting pattern here.   Experiment with different colored yarns to create awesome ice cream flavours … Read More...

Dozens of delightfully colorful holiday patterns from popular designer Jorid Linvik.

Make it the best time of the year?all year long! Fan-favorite Scandinavian knitwear designer Jorid Linvik, the bestselling author of the beloved Big Book of Knitted Mittens and Big … Read More...

I’ve never owned a dog, but if I did, it’s likely I would need to choose one that is tolerant of being dressed up, particularly in adorable knit items like this candy corn dog sweater from Yarnspirations.

It comes … Read More...

It’s actually starting to look like fall where I live, and I’m celebrating by knitting a sweater in red, orange and yellow. But the Esenia sweater by Alena Malevitch would be another great option for knitting and wearing this time … Read More...

This bundle includes four patterns of Halloween decorations: Halloween Girl, Halloween Lady, Ghost Skeleton and a colorful spider.

The patterns are designed for beginner and intermediate skilled knitters. Skills required: casting on and off, knit, purl, increase and decrease. The … Read More...

Pumpkins and jack o’lanterns are my preferred crafty motifs of the Halloween season, but there are lots of other cute projects our there if you want to bring a little spookiness to your knitting projects.

The Happy Haunts Socks from … Read More...

I hope you didn’t think I was through with the Halloween and fall knitting patterns, because I just found these adorable little pumpkins from Norman Schwarze and I had to share them.

Not only do you get the pattern for … Read More...

I am always looking for ways to use up bits of my stash (and am in fact knitting a stash-busting sweater right now), but even if you’re not a fan of the scrappy look the Exotic Burst Cowl by Dolly … Read More...

SKILL LEVEL – Easy SIZES 6-9 months (9-12 months, 12-18 months) Finished circumference About 14 (16, 18) in. (35.5 (40.5, 45.5) cm)

This free knitting pattern comes via Lionbrand and you can download the free pattern here. 

Finished height About … Read More...

Young knitters, old knitters, hip knitters, traditional knitters: they all enjoy different styles. But every knitter from age 5 to 95 needs a good dictionary of stitches.  400 Knitting Stitches is a comprehensive guide that invites knitters to experiment with … Read More...

I really feel that toilet roll covers are making a comeback, I mea suddenly the importance of having a spare lockdown roll is monumental.

Knitted and fun Toilet Roll covers in 3 Halloween styles (Spider, Ghost and Pumpkin) in Chunky … Read More...

It’s prime spooky knitting season, and I love this design for those times when you might want something seasonal that’s not a costume.

The Cemetery Drive Cowl by Emily Haver features ghosts in a graveyard and it looks great in … Read More...

There are so many pumpkin knitting patterns out there and I want to knit ALL of them because they are so fun and easy and a great way to decorate this time of year.

Here’s another great one I just … Read More...