Recently, I've gotten a lot of requests for easy stitch patterns for beginner knitters. In fact, if you're reading this, there's a good chance that you're also a beginner knitter! So, beginners - I've heard your cry! This seed stitch pattern tutorial is the first in a three-part series on easy knitting stitches that can be customised for a scarf or cowl. To make things extra flexible, I've ... keep reading >>
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The Medallion Mittens Free Knitting Pattern
With the northeastern part of the US experiencing a poler vortex that brings "historic cold" (those two words alone make me shiver!), these Medallion Mittens are just the ticket to ease the winter blues. Check out the full pattern on Canadian Living. These mitts are knit in worsted weight with a panel of round cables snaking up the middle, providing an extra layer of warmth. They're like ... keep reading >>
Stashbust and Knit the Braided Headband!
If you've been knitting for awhile, you've probably amassed a large and eclectic collection of leftover yarn - little balls that didn't quite make it into your project. These little orphaned balls sit, completely ignored, somewhere in the deep corners of your closet or with the dust bunnies under your bed. It's a dark and shameful secret that no one tells you: Knitting basically turns you into ... keep reading >>
Coming Up: Textured Slouchy Beanie
I've heard your call and this is my answer! Dozens of you guys wrote in to request a pattern, and in between the calls for mittens, stockings, berets, toe socks(!) and more big cowls, the overwhelming request was for slouchy beanies. Oh yeah. I'm so with you guys on this one. I love me a slouchy beanie. It's comfy, goes with pretty much anything, and looks super cool and nonchalant. It can ... keep reading >>