Has this ever happened to you? You’re flying to your son’s house the day before Thanksgiving. You accidentally sleep in and have to skip the coffee and speed to get to the airport on time. Unfortunately, there is already a huge line of people waiting to get through security. You grumpily trudge through the sluggish line, looking forward […]
Do you prefer to knit from the top-down or the bottom-up? While knitting from the bottom might be easier for some knitting patterns, if you’re making one of these knit top patterns it’s definitely better to work from the top down. That way you can essentially try the shirt on as you go to make sure the […]
Today’s guest post is by Julie from Knitted Bliss! She’ll be showing us how to make these adorable knit animal pot cozies – a great way to get ready for spring! She has three different animal varieties, but once you get the hang of it you can play around with the pattern and make any […]
There is a special woman in our lives that needs a little bit of extra recognition. While we should love on her everyday, having a special day that is all about her is truly a gift in itself. This year, instead of buying a gift, try knitting one for her. Not only will you have […]
Hannah from Rain Mountain Crafts is back today to share some of her favorite knit sock patterns for spring! Light and lacy, these knit socks are just the thing for a breezy spring day. Be sure to check out her blog to follow along with more of her knitting adventures! I like to think that […]
When I first started watching the television series Outlander, the first thing I noticed were all the great chunky knits that the characters wear. I’m sure it’s rather cold in Scotland, and even though the series began in the summertime, I was already longing for fall just by looking at all the wraps and cowls […]
Although winter knitting patterns will keep you warm no matter what Mother Nature throws your way, they might also be drab. With warmer weather on the horizon, it’s time to look for food-inspired knitting patterns that are also comfortable to wear. If you’re ready to ditch those chunky-weight gray cowls and hats for colorful knitted accessories […]
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 […]
Sometimes it can be intimidating to try new things. I know I’m always wary of getting a new dish at restaurants or taking a new route to work. But when it comes to knitting, trying a new stitch shouldn’t be scary at all. In fact, it should be fun! If you are looking for a new […]
