This winter weather has been pretty crazy where our offices are located. Temperatures have been both in the 40s and nearing zero in the same week, and I’ve started just keeping my gloves and hat in my car because I never know when I’m going to need them! Today it’s a balmy 31 degrees, and […]
You Knit That with What? + 9 Free Patterns
When I first heard about arm knitting, I was a little confused. For one, I wasn’t sure how the logistics of using your arms as knitting needles would work out. For another, wouldn’t you only be able to make huge knitting projects that way? As it turns out, I was wrong on both accounts! The […]
Free Pattern: Knit Throw Pattern from Yarnspirations
For today’s Free Pattern Friday, we’re bringing you something I wish I had at my desk right now—a super-bulky, super-comfy knit throw pattern from our friends at Yarnspirations. Fend off that winter chill with this easy knitting pattern that’s perfect for beginners and more advanced knitters alike. Cozy up and dig into this fun, free […]
Head to Toe: Cozy Knitting Patterns for Headbands, Slippers, and More
We’ve got a lot more winter ahead of us, and it’s important to stay warm. Unfortunately, ears, ankles, and toes have the misfortune of being overlooked when bundling up for a snowy afternoon. More often than not, one realizes her ears are bright red and throbbing from the cold after an hour braving the sparkling January tundra. It’s […]
Starry, Starry Night: 11 Stellar Knitting Patterns
One of my favorite things to do in the wintertime is to go outside at night and look at the stars. Of course, that’s fun to do all year round, but there’s something about the extra quiet of a winter night that makes the experience all the more magical. It’s a great technology-free way to […]
Countdown to Christmas: 10 Last-Minute Gifts
If you’ve been too busy to really start thinking about your Christmas gifting, you’re not alone. It always seems like Christmas Eve is the busiest day of the shopping season at the malls near my house—I know this because I’m always waiting in line with everyone else, panicking because I waited until the last minute […]
Free Pattern Friday – Easy Knit Owl Pillow from Yarnspirations
Merry (almost) Christmas, yarnies, and happy Free Pattern Friday! We’re definitely not going to stop bringing you free patterns right before Christmas, but we understand if you want to take some time to be with your family before starting in on this adorable knitting project. Today we’ve got this owl pillow pattern that’s super easy […]
8 Knitting Projects for Thanksgiving
As far as holidays go, it’s hard to top Thanksgiving. You get to see your whole family with no gift-wrapping involved, there’s football on television, and—of course—the food is fantastic. I personally am thankful for whomever came up with the idea of having a holiday dedicated to eating turkey and mashed potatoes. If you’re already […]
Free Pattern Friday: Knit Shawl Pattern from Yarnspirations
TGIF! I don’t know about you, but I sure am ready for the weekend. Sometimes, all it takes to recharge after a long week is to get outside for a breath of fresh air, but I like to make sure I bundle up when I do! This knitting pattern from Yarnspirations is the perfect accessory […]
16 Free Knit and Crochet Lace Patterns
Just because the weather’s getting colder doesn’t mean you have to put away all your gorgeous lacy patterns. In fact, fall is a great time to wear lace—the delicate design looks gorgeous against a background of autumn leaves! Adding a cozy yarn to an airy lace pattern is a great way to work up clothing […]
