I’ll be honest: I’m a procrastinator. As organized as I try to be, as much as I plan and schedule things out, I’m always caught off-guard by how quickly time passes. This happened to me with fall this year – I had big plans to assemble my cold-weather wardrobe BEFORE it actually got cold outside, […]
Learning a new skill such as knitting is a process. You need to start with the fundamentals and learn how to properly hold your needles, how to cast on, how to knit and purl, and a myriad of other essentials. Once you have mastered the basics, it’s time to move on and start working up […]
In many ways, everything old is new again. Well, the same can be said when it comes to these 14 Retro Knitted Throws. These free blanket knitting patterns have a bit of nostalgia stitched into them, but they pack a punch when it comes to modern-day comfort. Knitted throw patterns take time and effort, so while […]
In many ways, everything old is new again. Well, the same can be said when it comes to these 14 Retro Knitted Throws. These free blanket knitting patterns have a bit of nostalgia stitched into them, but they pack a punch when it comes to modern-day comfort. Knitted throw patterns take time and effort, so while […]
Sock knitting can be pretty daunting if you’ve never tried before. Somehow, all of your knitting friends and everyone on your favorite knitting forums all seem to love it. It’s true: once you start knitting socks, you won’t be able to stop. They’re a lot to wrap your head around at first, but once you […]
Welcome back to the Stitch Spotlight series my friends! Today we are going to dive right in and get back to basics: we’re focusing on stockinette stitch. This is one of my favorite stitches to use because it is so versatile and creates a very smooth and sleek fabric. Stockinette stitch is used heavily for […]
There’s nothing more breathtaking than the beauty of nature during the winter months. Who doesn’t love some good ole’ stylish DIY knitted hats or headbands to warm up their ears when it’s snowing? Of course, what’s even better is curling up beneath a knitted blanket with a steaming cup of hot chocolate. As I look […]
Who says sweaters are only for the fall? These free sweater knitting patterns provide sweater ideas for the entire year! From cardigans to mock necks and everything in between, these fashion-forward sweaters are some of our favorite projects, regardless of the season. We guarantee you will love these knit sweaters as you cozy up in the […]
I have two kids, who happen to both be on summer break, so that means that I am always on the go. We are always traveling from one place to another, headed to one activity to the next. Of course, that cuts into my knitting time, but the perfect solution is to have quick one […]
Wouldn’t it be nice to drop everything and take a long European vacation? Well, yes, but most of us don’t have the luxury of money or time for a long trek through Belgium, France, and Spain. Most of us, however, do have enough money and time to spend on an absolutely gorgeous European-inspired knitting pattern! […]
