Now that you have spent countless hours finishing that beautiful knit shawl pattern, you are going to want to wear it. Once you’ve made a cute shawl, you might wonder how you’ll keep it on all day. After all, nothing is worse than putting something on in the morning and not being able to keep […]
If you are looking for a great handmade baby gift, look no further! One of my favorite things to knit for gifts are baby items. Not only are they fast, but they are also ridiculously adorable. To take an ordinary knit baby item to a new level, consider adding texture by trying these free knit […]
Don’t let your toes curl up from the cold any longer. Work up one of these 14 Sensational Knit Slipper Patterns and keep your feet warm and cozy all year long. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a beginner knitter, an advanced knitter, or somewhere in between. We have something for everyone, so you can complete one […]
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few years, you’ve probably heard of amigurumi. Amigurumi is the practice of knitting or crocheting a tiny stuffed creature—think dolls and stuffed animals. Admittedly, the art lends itself better to crochet, where you have more freedom to move around your project, but I just love […]
If there is a new baby coming into your life, you need to make the Still River Baby Blanket. This comfy and cozy knit baby afghan is the perfect easy knitting pattern for the expectant mom, or first time grandma. Making your own knit baby blanket for baby is not only relaxing, but a memory that […]
The holiday season is quickly closing in on us. With Christmas a mere thirteen days away, it’s time to get those last couple of knits onto your needles so that they’ll be done by the time that big day comes. From knitting scarves for loved ones to casting on your very own handmade “ugly” Christmas […]
When it comes to cold weather accessories, few items can compete with the beloved hat. Knit hat patterns are one of the most versatile and practical items you can have in your wardrobe, because they can be styled in so many different ways and will reliably provide endless amounts of warmth and comfort. From babies to […]
As the weather outside becomes oh so frightful, the only hope we have of standing against the sudden drop in temperature is to bundle up. As knitters, that’s definitely something that can easily be accomplished since almost anything we could ever want can be cast onto our needles. With patterns for everything from knit hats […]
Let’s face it: as much as I love the idea of gearing up with a slouchy hat in the fall and winter, I can’t stand the staticky hat hair that always comes after taking it off again. There’s nothing worse than showing up to work or wherever you’re going only to be stuck with a […]
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 […]
