A knit potholder is a great gift for housewarmings or for people who love to cook. This potholder is made with chunky yarn, but any yarn that’s worsted weight or heavier can be used. Just remember to use a yarn that is spun with natural fibres. For instance, wool, cotton, hemp or alpaca. Synthetic yarns like acrylic or polyester run the risk of melting if the pot that’s placed on it is too ... keep reading >>
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Knit Crown Pattern (for Kids and Adults!)
Knit crowns add fun and whimsy to any event. Wear them for birthdays, holidays, game nights and any celebration. I’ve noticed that kids are extra silly when wearing these crowns! The celebration is a very quick knit and can be completed with just roughly 50 yards of worsted weight yarn. Knit Crown Video Tutorial Watch the tutorial video above that walks you through how to knit the ... keep reading >>
Chunky Slipper Pattern (Free Knitting Pattern and Video)
This chunky slipper pattern is a great project for beginners who are comfortable casting on and knitting. They make great gifts for the holidays, and knit up quickly because they're made with super chunky yarn. The slippers are knit flat and then seamed together to form a cute slipper. A single crochet is added to the foot opening to create neat edge. For cozy winter lounging, look no ... keep reading >>
How to Knit a Twisted Headband (Step-by-Step Pattern)
This headband knitting pattern covers two different headband styles with a simple and stylish twist. The first headband style is knit in Double Stockinette Stitch, which yields a double-layer of stockinette stitch. The resulting fabric is extra warm, and unlike regular stockinette stitch, it doesn’t curl! The second headband style is a classic Fisherman’s Rib. This stitch is super ... keep reading >>
Harry Potter Scarf Knitting Pattern (Tutorial for muggles)
There’s something wonderfully preppy and fantastical about a Harry Potter Scarf, or more accurately, a Hogwarts House Scarf. Knit in 1x1 rib with affordable acrylic yarn, this scarf is great for beginner knitters looking for a new challenge beyond garter stitch. With a slipped selvedge edge and a slightly narrow width, this Hogwarts scarf is sleek and modern. Make it a part of your everyday ... keep reading >>
How to Knit a Hat On Straight Needles (Tutorial)
Learning how to knit a hat is a fun and rewarding experience. If you've just completed your first scarf, and you're looking for a new challenge, then this hat is it! This free hat pattern is called the Blank Slate Hat because it’s a simple, classic design that can be decorated and embellished to suit your taste and personality (more on that below). The hat is knit flat on straight needles ... keep reading >>
Big and Little Hats Knitting Pattern
The Big and Little Hats are a pair of sweet matching hats for an adult, toddler and baby. They’re simple, fluffy, warm and great for a beginner knitter. Knit with thick, bulky yarn, each hat is completed in no time at all! The Big Hat is sized for adults and fits an average-sized woman’s head. The Little Hat is sized to fit a toddler (For reference, Kate, who is pictured wearing the Little Hat, ... keep reading >>