The world around us is a beautiful place, full of inspiration for the aspiring knitting designer. The natural world is one of the most obvious places to turn to when you’re looking for your next project, even if you are simply thinking whether you should knit a pair of mittens or a hat for the […]
Trick or Treat: Homemade Costumes and Candy
I tend to get more than a little excited when October rolls around; the sights and smells of fall are starting to take off in earnest, the changing leaves alone are a sight to behold, and the cooling weather heralds my favorite holiday–Halloween. Halloween tends to be overshadowed by the festivities of Thanksgiving and Christmas, […]
9 Hooded Scarves & Sweaters for Your Fall Wardrobe
Little Red Riding Hood wore one, you wear one when it’s raining and they’re so easy to work up; I’m talking hoods here! Hooded crochet patterns are fun to sport because they give your outfit a bit more of a design element and character. Because the fall season has just begun (and let me tell […]
Harvest Season: Rustic Knitting Patterns
Autumn is my favorite season. Not only do knitting needles start coming out in full force, but so do the fall colors. The slightly nippy weather makes wearing wool sweaters or socks a real treat. There is something about the colors that come out during fall–dark oranges, reds, greens, browns, and yellows– that makes me […]
The Best Collection of Pumpkin Crochet & Knitting Patterns
This weekend I got to pick out my pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. It’s one of my favorite things to do every fall and I got a nice round pumpkin this year. I haven’t decided what I’ll do with it yet, but right now it looks just wonderful sitting on my front stoop. I’m always […]
Fall Crafts and Thanksgiving Crochet Patterns Galore
Only eight more days until Thanksgiving! Can you believe it? I can already smell the turkey in the oven and the house filled with warm apple pie. When my family gets together for the holiday there are at least five different desserts to choose from, three of which are usually pies. Because Thanksgiving is just […]
Fall Knitting Favorites From NobleKnits and AFK
I love scouring the internet for inspiring blog posts and stores. NobleKnits is an online shop I stumbled upon that sells a wide variety of yarns ranging from popular companies to smaller, independent fiber providers. Some of the more popular yarn brands that you’ll find through NobleKnits includes Plymouth Yarns, Manos del Uruguay Yarns, and […]
Knitting Patterns for Fall Styles
Autumn officially started last Saturday, September 22nd. And with it came some gusty breezes and the desire to break out some warm knits. Along with the chill in the air, I’ve been noticing a lot of fall styles popping up from different knitting and yarn companies. Shawls, cardigans, and scarves are very popular right now […]
Falling in Love with Autumn Afghans
Seriously. I want to crochet them all! I also want autumn to get here soon. I will probably regret saying that when I’m bundled up in layers and freezing in the next month or so. Wait, what am I talking about? All I have to do is make and afghan from these autumn afghan patterns! […]
10 Back to School Ideas: Knits for the New School Year
Can you believe school is starting already? My sisters are back to school shopping and preparing for the new year. It’s all about fresh starts and optimistic attitudes. For knitters out there, it’s not too late to knit up some pencil cases for your kids or a cardigan for yourself. So put your thinking cap […]
