Garter stitch is one of the easiest stitches in knitting because it doesn’t require you to alternate the kinds of stitches you’re doing. You can just do the same thing over and over. It’s great for when you’re figuring out how … [Read More...]
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Grandma’s Favorite Knit Garter Stitch Hat Pattern
Sometimes we all need that perfect knit hat pattern in our repertoire that we don't have to think about or concentrate on. This is one of those great easy knitting patterns. Once you have cast on, you'll relax and … [Read More...]
Stitch Spotlight: 15 Afghans with Tunisian Crochet Stitches
Today is the day to shine a light on one of my favorite designs: the oh-so-versatile Tunisian crochet stitch. Yes, it is a design grandkids and grannies can agree on. One of the best things about this pattern is the … [Read More...]
Happy-Go-Lacy Crochet Shawl Pattern
This easy going crochet shawl pattern uses colorful sock yarn that is super cheerful to crochet and wear. If that isn't aweome enough, it folds up neatly, so it’s the perfect little crochet piece to carry e … [Read More...]
Mommy’s Little Gnome Knit Baby Hat Pattern
I have two kids, very close together in age, and they are little mischief makers. One of their grandparents started calling them Little Garden Gnomes because she used to tell them a story about how the garden would look … [Read More...]
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Benefits of Knitting & Crocheting: Inspirational Stories
Several years ago I had the pleasure of getting to "know" Lee Gant in a Facebook fiber arts group, and that is when I first heard about her idea of sharing inspirational stories. I was touched and so excited that I felt I needed to share my own story (which is in the book, but I won't tell you which one) with her. I completely forgot about the book until I happened upon it at my local bookstore "Creating things with my hands has opened my heart to find the love and joy in everything...Row … [Read More...]
