Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm. Aran weight yarn: 700g, 1500m. Finished Measurements: Approx. 44”x 45”. ABBREVIATIONS RS, WS: right side, wrong side. K: knit. P: purl. Yo: yarn… Read More

Needles: US 7 - 4.5 mm. Aran Yarn: Alize Lanagold Classic, 600g, 1400m. Finished Measurements: Approx. 35”x 45”. ABBREVIATIONS RS, WS: right side, wrong side. K: knit. P:… Read More

Needles: US 8 - 5.0 mm. Aran Yarn 300g, 600m. Finished Measurements: Approx. 26”x 40”. ABBREVIATIONS RS, WS: right side, wrong side. K: knit. P: purl. Sl: slip stitch. Wy… Read More

Needles: US 7 - 4.5 mm. DK Yarn: Two color, 400g, 800m. Finished Measurements: Approx. 28”x 40”. ABBREVIATIONS RS, WS: right side, wrong side. K: knit. P: purl. Sl: slip s… Read More

Needles: US 7 - 4.5 mm. Worsted Yarn: 500g, 1200m-1300m. Finished Measurements: Approx. 44”x 40”. ABBREVIATIONS K: knit. P: purl. Yo: yarn over. K2tog: knit 2 together… Read More

The Leafy Forest blanket is a beautiful pattern that is reminiscent of leaves and foliage. This pattern is created using standard basic lace knitting techniques, such as yarn overs, knit 2… Read More

Getting into the world of knitting isn’t an easy job, especially if you have no previous experience. Knitting instructions involve a number of shorthand terms, and understanding them c… Read More

Most newbies choose to knit socks as their first knitting assignment. While knitting a typical sock might seem easy at first, a lot of things go into making it perfect. Before you start, the… Read More

Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm. Yarn: Kartopu Punto Kids, 4 balls (100g/290m) Finished Measurements: Approx. 36”x 40”.ABBREVIATIONS RS, WS: right side, wrong side.St (sts): stitch (stitc… Read More

I had requests for a version of my dog finger puppet knitting pattern that includes instructions for knitting flat on straight needles. So here it is:PATTERN FOR A KNITTED DOG FINGER PUPPET… Read More

PATTERN FOR A KNITTED DOG FINGER PUPPET This is a knitting pattern for a dog finger puppet. It makes a mostly seamless, “in the round” finger puppet that should fit most… Read More

Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm. Light yarn: 1300-1400m. Finished Measurements: Approx. 32”x 44”.ABBREVIATIONS RS, WS: right side, wrong side.St (sts): stitch (stitches).K: knit.P: purl… Read More

This week, I’m knitting with Universal Yarn Bamboo Pop Sock, which is a stretchy, vibrant, and colorful, self-patterning yarn that’s 100% wool free. This is a great yarn for maki… Read More

This week, I’m knitting with Universal Yarn Bamboo Pop Sock, which is a stretchy, vibrant, and colorful, self-patterning yarn that’s 100% wool free. This is a great yarn for maki… Read More

Blocks 1-6 This week we’re bringing a bit of the seventies into 2023 with a log cabin knit blanket called the Rockwell blanket (free pattern from Lion Brand Yarn) This thick cozy blank… Read More

Are you looking for a new obsession but not sure which to choose? Knitting and crocheting are great options for you! Both crafts are incredibly relaxing and fun and can be used to create eve… Read More

I’ve created a roundup of some beautiful free skirt knitting patterns. Of course, you can always browse the massive archive of free patterns on Ravelry to find more free skirt kni… Read More

This week I’m knitting with Lion Brand Two of Wands Color Theory. This medium-weight acrylic yarn offers an array of colors that work together harmoniously and make for easy-care garme… Read More

This is the final instalment of my series on Boris Johnson’s downfall. Those who missed them can read parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. Also of interest are: Developing news: how long can Bor… Read More

Needles: US 7 - 4.5 mm. Worsted yarn: 800m. Finished Measurements: Approx. 28”x 34”.ABBREVIATIONS RS, WS: right side, wrong side.St (sts): stitch (stitches).K: knit.P: purl.1/1 R… Read More

Most written instructions for Kitchener Stitch are too complex to follow. Watch this easy video on Kitchener stitch to correctly bind off your top-down socks with confidence. If You’ve… Read More

This week I’m knitting with Universal Yarn Magnolia, which is a super fine weight yarn that blends modal with cashmere to create soft knitted garments perfect for spring and summer. Af… Read More

Bella Chenille Big Glimmer is an addition to the Bella Chenille Big line of yarns by Universal Yarn. In my first post, I described the yarn and the pretty colors available. In the last post… Read More

If you're overwhelmed by knitting, start by choosing a simple project that comes together quickly. A patchwork blanket creates an impressive blanket. But, it's easy to do since it's made by… Read More

There’s nothing more adorable than a man who knows how to work a garter stitch Most of us will never know what it’s like to compete at the Olympic level. Sure, we might be able t… Read More

This week we are looking at some of our favorite yarns worked in some new textured stitch patterns. Yesterday, we knit a ridged facecloth with Cotton Supreme. Today we’ll look at Unive… Read More