The seasons will be changing soon. Are you ready? September 23 marks the first official day of autumn, and I just can’t wait! The chill of the fall often brings what I like to call “knitting season.” There are just so many warm and cozy knits to choose from, it’s often hard to settle on just […]
The whole world becomes a garden in autumn: the trees dress up in their best, painting the world with rich, warm tones. Unlike their spring counterparts, the season’s final flowers no longer sing solo. Instead, they join an entire chorus of color complete with leaf-crunching percussion. The bright sun beckons and the crisp breeze rustles, […]
It’s always fun to take credit for your children’s Halloween costumes. This year, knit the best homemade Halloween costumes for kids with these amazing patterns. There’s a style for any child’s wish or whimsy. From sweet frosted cupcakes to scary knit sweater patterns, this collection of homemade Halloween costumes for kids is sure to delight […]
Autumn may be right around the corner, but that doesn’t mean cold weather is. In reality, September is often dotted with hot and humid days as summer holds on for those few final weeks. Any one of these lightweight knit sweater patterns are ideal for the transitional weather between summer and fall. Lightweight Sweaters: […]
As the August heat begins to die down and September approaches, we can start knitting for autumn. We can stroll along on cool fall evenings, smelling the freshly fallen leaves and the year’s last few cuts of grass. Our hillsides glow like sunsets from trees filled with rich fall colors. Crunchy leaves blow around and make that delightful […]
Every year, I fall in love with autumn all over again. Of course I’m always sad when summer comes to an end, but there’s something about fall that captivates and enchants me year after year. Maybe it’s the ever-present scent of a lingering bonfire, maybe it’s the way the wind makes the trees sway, maybe […]
As winter approaches and bitter winds blow away the autumn leaves, we start to see our breath and shove our hands into our pockets to avoid the chill. We dig our fingers deep into our pockets amongst the leftover crumbs and gum wrappers as if they are entering some sort of operating hibernation. Don’t begrudgingly […]
Autumn is fast approaching, and that means that kids will be headed back to school in no time. While you start to think about classes and school supplies, knitters can contribute a unique and extra special touch to a child’s school wardrobe by knitting up a heartfelt gift. Creating a hat to keep his or […]
Growing up, going camping was always a favorite summer activity in my family. Between bonfires, s’mores making, and chilly nights under the stars, we always had a few good afghans bundled around us. You might be looking for more crochet blanket patterns that are outdoor friendly, which is why we’ve got I Want S’more: 20 […]
While I do love a traditional knit mitten pattern, there’s something so liberating about fingerless mittens. Fingerless mittens offer a freedom that regular mittens can’t. My fingers are no longer trapped by the fiber shackles of merino wool or alpaca silk. Each of my five digits can roam free and happily experience the soothing chill […]
