Hello friends! Welcome to the next installment of Stitch Spotlight. Today we will be talking about rib stitches—1×1 and 2×2. Rib stitch is very useful to know as it creates fabric that is durable and cozy, yet with an incredible amount of stretch. It is commonly used for cuffs or edges of garments, mittens, socks, […]
DIY Knitted Hats, Headbands and Ear Warmers, Oh My!
There’s nothing more breathtaking than the beauty of nature during the winter months. Who doesn’t love some good ol’ 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 […]
Designer Knit Baby Patterns for Fall
Fall brings crisp air, extra cuddles with loved ones, and little red noses. Whenever the cooler weather rolls around, I am ready to get out my knitting needles, warmer yarns, and baby patterns. I just can’t help myself. When I knit for babies, I always want to keep the seasons in mind. This year, I’ve collected the […]
35 Free Knitting Patterns Royalty Would Love
If you’re anything like me, you know all the ins and outs of the British Royal Family—the history of the crown, who’s married to whom, the order of crown succession, and on and on. I got up at three in the morning to watch William and Kate’s wedding and love when new pictures of their […]
Mommy’s Little Gnome Knit Baby Hat Pattern
I have two kids, very close together in age, and they are little mischief makers. One of their grandparents started calling them Little Garden Gnomes because she used to tell them a story about how the garden would look perfect before bed, but she’d come out in the morning to find the garden a mess […]
Rainbow Dreams Baby Hat
I don’t know about you, but when I think of summer, I picture blue skies, sunny skies, and rainbow skies. Sounds like the perfect combination, doesn’t it? Summer is also a great opportunity to take your little one outside and expose him and her to a whole new world of nature. Whether you’re going for […]
Simply Sweet Seed Stitch Knitting Patterns for Baby
If you are looking for a great handmade baby gift, look no further! Some 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 […]
Hats Off To You: 7 Free Hat Patterns
During the winter, one of my favorite things to knit is hats. Not only can knit hats be made in just a night or two, but they also make great gifts for family members and friends. Can I tell you a little secret? I’m kind of a sucker for quick-knit patterns, so I suppose my love affair with […]
Free Pattern: Knit Beanie Pattern from Red Heart
It’s Friday once again, and you know what that means: another great free pattern! Today’s Free Pattern Friday is this too-cute knitting pattern from our friends at Red Heart Yarns. The cables add a fun texture to an otherwise simple hat, and you can’t go wrong with a knit beanie pattern this time of year! […]
DIY Knitted Hats, Headbands and Ear Warmers, Oh My!
There’s nothing more breathtaking than the beauty of nature during the winter months. Who doesn’t love some good ol’ 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 […]
