Garter stitch is the perfect stitch for beginner knitters. If you are just learning how to successfully maneuver your needles and yarn, garter stitch will be your new best friend. The most basic stitch is garter stitch, which is knitting every stitch (or purling every stitch). Garter stitch projects are reversible, because the right and […]
I’m the type of person who waits to bust out the heavy winter coat until the cold frost has set on the grass – probably because I’m in denial at having to suffer through a frigid winter season. Instead, I layer up as much as possible with sweaters and lighter jackets, with socks, boots and […]
Sometimes you just want to feel wrapped in luxury. Like a goddess. I know I do. The richness of super soft yarn and a delicate handmade fabric just can’t be beaten. I love working on knitting patterns that will make me feel like a goddess incarnate. If you’re like me and love to wrap yourself in […]
Just because it’s summer break for your kids doesn’t mean you should take a break from crafting! 26 Light and Lacy Knitting Patterns for Summer Celebrate the warmer weather by making yourself some new clothes and accessories to wear as the weather heats up. These gorgeous knit tops, shawls, scarves, and more are hand-picked summer favorites. […]
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 […]
Summer is here, and it’s time to get outside. Whether you live near an ocean, lake, or pond, most people like spending time in the water when the heat starts building up. Be honest: Did you ever pretend you were Ariel after watching “The Little Mermaid” as a kid? (No? Just me then? Okay.) You have to […]
I absolutely love the look of cable knits. It doesn’t matter what it is – sweaters, afghans, hats, you name it – if it’s got cables, I’m wearing it. So it’s no wonder that I fell in love at first sight with this Braided Cables Knit Cowl from Purl Soho! Even though it’s almost spring, […]
Ombre is one trend that came in like a hurricane and is sticking around for the forseeable future. From hair colors to home decor, there’s nothing that can’t be ombre-fied for a cute, chic look! Knitting patterns are no exception – this Color Dipped Knit Scarf pattern from Purl Soho looks like it was dunked […]
Do you love the look of chunky knits, but hate maneuvering your needles for ages to get the look? We’re all familiar with that feeling of our hands cramping up after knitting for too long. But have you ever thought about arm knitting? This Arm Knit Scarf with Tassels from Flax and Twine looks so […]
I’m a big fan of anything ombre, so of course this Feather and Fan Scarf pattern from Lady by the Bay caught my eye right away. Doesn’t it just look like the kind of scarf you’d want to cozy up with on a rainy day? The scalloped edges and delicate lacy pattern combined with the […]
