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- Last-Minute Knitted Gifts - Review of Last-Minute Knitted Gifts by J…Created: 2009-12-14 @ 20:33:11 EST
If you're looking for a gift that you can knit up fast, this book has plenty of gorgeous options organized based on how much time they take, from two-hour booties to more than eight hour sweaters… - Beaded Fingerless Gloves - Free Knitting Pattern for Beaded Fingerle…Created: 2009-12-13 @ 20:40:48 EST
Fingerless gloves or armwarmers are a quick and easy knitting project when worked in a simple stitch pattern. This project jazzes up simple Stockinette Stitch by adding beading to the tops of the g… - Striped Stocking - Free Knitting Pattern for a Striped Christmas Sto…Created: 2009-12-06 @ 20:32:52 EST
This two-color striped Christmas stocking is a lot of fun to knit and a quick project on size 9 US knitting needles. It's a good first project for someone new to knitting socks and features an easy… - Worsted Cable Socks - Free Knitting Pattern for Cabled Socks Knit wi…Created: 2009-12-04 @ 16:16:58 EST Updated: 2009-12-04 @ 16:38:51 EST
Knit socks of all types are wonderful things, but socks knit with sock-weight yarn can take a really long time to knit. Using medium or worsted weight yarn speeds up the process considerably, givin… - Pink Ribbon Washcloth - Free Knitting Pattern for a Pink Ribbon Wash…Created: 2009-12-03 @ 18:04:41 EST
Show your support for the cause of breast cancer awareness throughout your home by knitting up some washcloths with an awareness ribbon motif. Knit in different colors it could show your support fo… - Why Did You Learn How to Knit - Readers Share Their Learn to Knit St…Created: 2009-12-02 @ 13:28:58 EST
Readers share how and why they learned to knit… - Knitting a Kiss in Every Stitch - Review of Nicky Epstein's Knitting…Created: 2009-11-25 @ 18:18:52 EST
If you're looking for easy patterns for knitting for gifts and charity, as well as knits with some extra special details, this book offers 35 all-occasion gifts for men, women, children and the hom… - Fair Isle Christmas Ornament Band - Free Knitting Pattern for a Fair…Created: 2009-11-23 @ 16:05:45 EST
I think just about everyone has some plain glass ball Christmas ornaments lying around the house, and this simple Fair Isle band is an easy way to jazz them up, show off your love of knitting and e… - Wool Yarn Reviews - Reviews of Wool Knitting Yarn…Created: 2009-11-20 @ 16:24:26 EST
A collection of reviews of wool knitting yarn… - Rice Stitch Scarf - Free Knitting Pattern for a Rice Stitch ScarfCreated: 2009-11-18 @ 18:02:40 EST
Rice Stitch is an easy stitch pattern that brings a lot of texture to any project. This super-long scarf is quick and easy to knit and will keep people of any height warm throughout the cold season… - Knit Pink Ribbon - Free Knitting Pattern for a Pink RibbonCreated: 2009-11-18 @ 18:02:39 EST
Knit a pink ribbon for breast cancer awareness, or knit it in a different color to promote awareness of other issues close to your heart. … - Striped baby Hat - Free Knitting Pattern for a Striped Baby HatCreated: 2009-11-18 @ 18:02:38 EST
All infants need a nice collection of hats to help keep them warm, and this cute little number meets that task with style. It's a great way to use up bits of leftover yarn in tow or several colors… - Star Bib - Knit a Bib with a Star Embellishment for a BabyCreated: 2009-11-18 @ 18:02:37 EST
Bibs are great projects to make and give as gifts because every new parent needs a lot of them. This knit bib pattern features a star motif worked in duplicate stitch, as well as an adjustable stra… - Knit Candy - Free Knitting Pattern for Candy Ornaments or Advent Cal…Created: 2009-11-18 @ 18:02:36 EST
These simple little tubes make a cute knit candy ornament for your Christmas tree or to decorate a wreath. Or if your family has the tradition of using an advent calendar, you can hide a real piece… - Mini Christmas Stocking Ornament - Free Knitting Pattern for a Chris…Created: 2009-11-18 @ 18:02:35 EST
This tiny Christmas stocking ornament takes very little time to knit and is a cute way to dress up your tree with knits or decorate a gift package. It also uses up scraps; don't limit yourself to t… - Sprout Baby Hat - Free Knitting Pattern for a Baby Hat - Infant HatCreated: 2009-11-18 @ 17:14:24 EST Updated: 2009-11-19 @ 12:39:23 EST
This cute infant hat knitting pattern features a picot edge, a quick knitting Stockinette body with easy decreases into an I-cord topper with a cute little leaf on the end… - Knitter's Book of Wool - Review of the Knitter's Book of Wool by Cla…Created: 2009-11-16 @ 11:16:55 EST Updated: 2009-11-16 @ 11:19:58 EST
Clara Parkes is a huge fan of fiber in all of its forms, but she loves wool most of all, so much so that she's devoted an entire book to discussions of how wool is turned into yarn, the characteris… - Knitting Workshop DVD - Review of Schoolhouse Press Presents Knittin…Created: 2009-11-15 @ 20:49:53 EST
Elizabeth Zimmermann is well known as an innovative and courageous knitter who worked tirelessly to encourage the rest of us to forge ahead into unknown knitting realms without fear. This DVD of he… - No Rules Knitting at the Teen Knit Cafe - Review of No Rules Knittin…Created: 2009-11-13 @ 11:47:25 EST
If you're a teen or young adult looking to learn how to knit or for encouragement that other young people are knitting and enjoying it, "No Rules Knitting at the Teen Knit Cafe" is a fun … - I Can't Believe I'm Knitting in Motion - Review of Leisure Arts' I C…Created: 2009-11-12 @ 15:51:36 EST
If you'd like to learn how to knit but don't know someone who can teach you, or you want to be able to go over the lessons again and again, Leisure Arts' "I Can't Believe I'm Knitting in Motio… - Introduction to Fair Isle DVD - Review of Knitting Daily Workshop's …Created: 2009-11-10 @ 14:56:15 EST Updated: 2009-11-10 @ 17:01:02 EST
If you've ever wanted to work a fancy looking Fair Isle knitting project but were intimidated by all the colors and the skills involved, Knitting Daily Workshop's "Introduction to Fair Isle: T… - Twisted Rib - Learn to Knit the Twisted Rib Knitting StitchCreated: 2009-11-10 @ 11:06:47 EST Updated: 2009-11-10 @ 11:07:44 EST
Twisted Rib is an easy knitting stitch that gives ribbing just a little more texture and interest, good for projects that are all or mostly ribbed… - Fearless Knitting Workbook - Review of Fearless Knitting Workbook by…Created: 2009-11-08 @ 21:20:19 EST Updated: 2009-11-08 @ 21:21:24 EST
Many new knitters, or people who are thinking about learning how to knit, are a little afraid of some of the skills that are required. The Fearless Knitting Workbook helps knitters get over their f… - Lily Chin's Knitting Tips and Tricks - Review of Lily Chin's Knittin…Created: 2009-11-06 @ 21:19:04 EST Updated: 2009-11-06 @ 21:22:39 EST
Lily Chin shares a ton of knitting secrets, shortcuts and "why didn't I think of that?" insights in a must-have knitting reference book… - Debbie Bliss Tips for Knitters - Review of Debbie Bliss Tips for Kni…Created: 2009-11-03 @ 12:48:03 EST
Debbie Bliss is well known for her classic, simply stylish knitting patterns, and now she's offering up advice on the basics of knitting to help you make your projects -- whether hers or ones you d… - Cardigans - Review of Cardigans by Louisa HardingCreated: 2009-10-30 @ 19:14:51 EDT
Louisa Harding is a master at developing designs with a classic flair but that also include a fashionable twist, as is clear in her book full of cardigan patterns from her previous pattern collecti… - Knitchicks' Guide to Sweaters - Review of the Knitchicks' Guide to S…Created: 2009-10-30 @ 10:26:12 EDT Updated: 2009-10-30 @ 10:47:14 EDT
The Knitchicks want to help knitters get over their fear of knitting garments by introducing them to a range of different sweater patterns for kids, men and women, as well as offering some fun proj… - Pomp Scarf - Free Knitting Pattern for a Neck Warmer Worked in Pomp-…Created: 2009-10-27 @ 10:34:57 EDT
Red Heart's Pomp-a-Doodle yarn is a fun yarn accented with pom-poms. One skein is all you need to knit up this cute little neck warmer… - The Big Book of Socks - Review of the Big Book of Socks by Kathleen …Created: 2009-10-23 @ 16:05:00 EDT
If you like socks and would like a collection of a bunch of basic and beyond-the-basics designs all in one place, The Big Book of Socks is for you… - Corrugated Rib - Learn to Knit the Corrugated Rib StitchCreated: 2009-10-22 @ 16:13:02 EDT
Corrugated rib is an easy two-color ribbing in which the knit stitches are worked in one color and the purls in another… - Knitted Socks East and West - Review of Knitted Socks East and West …Created: 2009-10-21 @ 16:14:11 EDT
Combining classic sock construction techniques with stitch patterns gleaned from Japanese knitting stitch dictionaries, Judy Sumner has developed a collection of patterns that looks familiar and at… - Socks from the Toe Up - Review of Wendy D. Johnson's Socks form the …Created: 2009-10-20 @ 13:29:29 EDT
If you're a fan of knitting socks from the toe up rather than the cuff down, or if you've never tried the technique but would like to experiment with it, Socks from the Toe Up is a great guidebook … - The Joy of Sox - Review of The Joy of Sox by Linda KoppCreated: 2009-10-19 @ 19:33:53 EDT Updated: 2009-10-19 @ 19:41:07 EDT
If you're a fan of sock knitting and you're looking for some new designs that are a little more of a challenge than what you often find in pattern books or online, this book is worth a look… - Pet Blanket - Free Knitting Pattern for a Pet BlanketCreated: 2009-10-18 @ 20:17:33 EDT
Knit up this cute and colorful pet blanket in colors that will go with whatever room you want to keep it in, and your dog or cat will be sure to get a lot of use out of it. The stitch pattern makes… - Pet Projects - Review of Pet Projects by Sally Muir and Joanna Osbor…Created: 2009-10-18 @ 16:41:11 EDT
If you like to knit for the animals in your life -- be they dogs, cats, hamsters or ever a horse -- you'll sure to find a perfect pattern to work up in Pet Projects, a collection of more than 30 pa… - Knitting for Pets - Tips for Knitting for PetsCreated: 2009-10-15 @ 15:49:27 EDT
Knitting for pets can be a lot of fun, but there are some important things you should keep in mind to make sure that your projects are safe and useful for the animals involved… - Cat Toy - Free Knitting Pattern for a Tube-Shaped Cat ToyCreated: 2009-10-15 @ 12:41:46 EDT
This tube Cat Toy is a quick and easy knit, using an old pill bottle as the structure for a simple knit tube. Add a couple of bells to the bottle to make the toy attractive for your feline friends… - Open Chain Rib - Learn to Knit the Open Chain Rib StitchCreated: 2009-10-13 @ 18:34:12 EDT Updated: 2009-10-13 @ 18:43:40 EDT
Open chain rib is an easy knitting stitch that looks almost like a cable withe eyelet holes. The texture would be great for a scarf or throw… - Knit Along with Debbie Macomber A Charity Guide for Knitters - Revie…Created: 2009-10-09 @ 19:16:50 EDT
Many knitters enjoy working on projects that are donated to charity, but if you're looking for some new charities to help out or simply don't know where to start when knitting for charity, Debbie M… - Boo Halloween Treat Bag - Free Knitting Pattern for a Halloween Trea…Created: 2009-10-04 @ 19:20:03 EDT
If you're hosting a Halloween party, knitting up a bunch of these cute little treat bags for party favors is a fun way to personalize the event, or knit them for your kids to hold special holiday t… - Knit Green - Review of Knit Green by Joanne SeiffCreated: 2009-10-01 @ 17:13:09 EDT
There are many different ways that knitters and other fiber crafters can make their hobby a little more environmentally friendly. If you aren't sure where to start, Knit Green offers an overview th… - Seed Stitch Check - Learn to Knit the Seed Stitch Check Knitting Sti…Created: 2009-09-30 @ 11:23:32 EDT
Seed Stitch Check is an easy knitting stitch pattern that alternates blocks of Stockinette Stitch with blocks of Seed Stitch. It provides great texture that would look good on a sweater, scarf or a… - Candy Corn Bag - Free Knitting Pattern for a Candy Corn Goody BagCreated: 2009-09-28 @ 14:15:24 EDT
This candy corn-inspired goody bag is perfect for Halloween treats, or stuff it with fiberfill and sew up the top for a cute little home decoration for the fall… - Women's Cabled Hat - Free Knitting Pattern for a Cabled Hat for Teen…Created: 2009-09-27 @ 18:58:13 EDT
This easy cabled hat is a great knit for teens or women with smaller sized heads. The simple cables are quick to work up, and the snug hat is sure to keep you warm and stylish throughout the cooler… - Hattitude - Review of Hattitude by Cathy CarronCreated: 2009-09-24 @ 14:49:42 EDT
A great knit hat can be more than just a colorful accessory, it can also reflect your mood. Whether you're feeling high-spirited or haughty, lively or romantic, you're sure to find a hat you'll enj… - Why Do You Knit - Reasons Why Knitters KnitCreated: 2009-09-20 @ 20:31:52 EDT
There are many reasons to knit beyond just producing your own garments and knit items for family members, friends and charity. Share your reasons for knitting and read why other knitters knit… - Knitting Through It - Review of Knitting Through It, Edited by Lela …Created: 2009-09-18 @ 13:55:52 EDT Updated: 2009-09-18 @ 16:37:33 EDT
Knitting is a craft that can be as useful for salving the spirit as it is for clothing the body. Lela Nargi collects essays and historic documents about knitting through the years to illustrate how… - Knitting the Threads of Time - Review of Knitting the Threads of Tim…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 16:37:08 EDT
Every piece of knitting has a story, and Nora Murphy traces the winter she spent knitting her first sweater while exploring the origins of knitting and other fiber arts around the world… - Interlocking Lattice - Learn to Knit Interlocking Lattice StitchCreated: 2009-09-16 @ 18:17:25 EDT
Interlocking Lattice is a lovely cable stitch pattern that forms an interlocking diamond motif. It's a great choice for a fisherman-style sweater or any other project that could use a fun bit of te… - Twisted Tree - Learn to Knit the Twisted Tree Knitting Stitch PatternCreated: 2009-09-16 @ 14:29:37 EDT
Twisted Tree is one of the easiest cable knitting patterns out there because you're only switching the order of one stitch at a time on a few rows, making a design that looks a bit like a gnarled o… - Eyelet Check - Learn to Knit the Eyelet Check Knitting StitchCreated: 2009-09-11 @ 11:07:15 EDT Updated: 2009-09-11 @ 11:11:16 EDT
Eyelet Check is a striking but relatively easy knitting stitch pattern that involves a background of Stockinette Stitch covered with checked patches of purl that have eyelets centered in them. Eyel… - Felted Satchel - Free Knitting Pattern for a Felted SatchelCreated: 2009-09-04 @ 14:27:08 EDT
This felted satchel is really quick and easy to knit in an interesting self-striping yarn. Lightly felted it makes a bag that will hold up well to whatever stuff you put in it… - Simple Stitches - Review of Simple Stitches by Eva WiechmannCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 16:36:29 EDT Updated: 2009-09-02 @ 16:37:33 EDT
Simple Stitches takes knitters through designs for easy tops that they can work with basic stitch patterns and textured stitches including Stockinette, Garter, basic cables and ribbing and dropped … - Marriage Lines - Learn to Knit the Marriage Lines Knitting StitchCreated: 2009-08-30 @ 20:31:49 EDT
Marriage Lines or Double Lightning is an easy zigzag pattern that would make a great border or panel on a vest, sweater or jacket… - Berroco Linen Jeans - Review of Berroco Linen Jeans YarnCreated: 2009-08-30 @ 19:36:20 EDT Updated: 2009-08-30 @ 19:37:20 EDT
Berroco's Linen Jeans yarn is a tube of rayon and linen that brings a soft feel and a casual, drapey look to whatever knitting projects you might choose to make with it… - Afghans and Throws - Review of Afghans and Throws by Luise RobertsCreated: 2009-08-28 @ 15:55:33 EDT
If you want to design your own afghans and throws, this exhaustive resource will give you a lot to think about, from potential motifs to embellishments and finishing techniques. What it won't give … - Measuring Yarn - Determining Yardage in a Hank of YarnCreated: 2009-08-26 @ 17:46:10 EDT
Whether you've recycled yarn or simply don't have the ball band for the yarn you're looking at any more, there are times when you might want to figure out the yardage of a yarn with no information … - Plarn Coupon Bag - Free Knitting Pattern for a Plastic Yarn Coupon o…Created: 2009-08-26 @ 17:30:02 EDT
Using plastic yarn to knit something that you'll use while shopping is a fun way to repurpose those plastic shopping bags (and maybe get you thinking about using reusable bags instead). This easy l… - Plastic Yarn - How to Make Plastic Yarn or Plarn from Shopping BagsCreated: 2009-08-26 @ 16:31:07 EDT Updated: 2009-08-26 @ 16:58:42 EDT
Everyone has a bunch of plastic shopping bags lying around, so why not turn some into a raw material for knitting by making plarn or plastic yarn? It's a quick and easy process you're sure to enjoy… - Cell Stitch - Learn to Knit the Cell Stitch Knitting StitchCreated: 2009-08-24 @ 14:15:26 EDT
Cell Stitch is an interesting, some what lacy, but still really easy to knit stitch pattern that would be great for a basic shawl or used allover on a cardigan… - Valley Yarns Northampton - Review of Valley Yarns NorthamptonCreated: 2009-08-21 @ 16:22:08 EDT Updated: 2009-08-21 @ 16:23:37 EDT
Valley Yarns Northampton is a hard working, unassuming wool yarn that would be a great choice for just about any project you can think up, from basic sweaters to felted projects and intricate color… - Classic Knits - Review of Classic Knits by Marianne IsagerCreated: 2009-08-20 @ 16:41:34 EDT
Marianne Isager is known for straightforward designs that also add extra details to make them a bit more interesting, and such is the case with the projects in Classic Knits, a book full of timeles… - Tips for Working with T-Shirt Yarn - T-Shirt Yarn Knitting TipsCreated: 2009-08-19 @ 15:27:55 EDT
T-shirt yarn is a great way to recycle old shirts, but it can be a little tricky to work with. Here are some ideas that will help make your crafting with T-shirt yarn a little easier… - T-Shirt Yarn Bag - Free Knitting Pattern for a Bag Made from T-Shirt…Created: 2009-08-19 @ 14:52:38 EDT
Making T-shirt yarn is a lot of fun and a great way to reuse T-shirts lying around the house. But what to make with the finished yarn? Why not try this sturdy and colorful T-shirt yarn bag?… - T-Shirt Yarn - Making T-Shirt Yarn - How to Make Yarn from Old T-Shi…Created: 2009-08-18 @ 16:24:22 EDT
Making T-shirt yarn is a quick and easy way to use T-shirts that you might have lying around the house that are stained, don't fit or that you just don't wear anymore. Use the yarn for bags, rugs, … - Plymouth Boku - Review of Plymouth Yarns BokuCreated: 2009-08-16 @ 18:35:19 EDT Updated: 2009-08-16 @ 18:37:33 EDT
Plymouth Yarns Boku is a colorful wool and silk blend that's great for felting and a variety of other projects… - Plaited Basket Stitch - Learn to Knit the Plaited Basket StitchCreated: 2009-08-16 @ 15:01:06 EDT
Plaited Basket Stitch is a very cool textured knitting stitch that looks like a literal basketweave. The instructions sound very confusing, but once you've knit a couple of rows it should be no pro… - Knit Picks Zephryr - Review of the Knit Picks Zephyr Acyrlic Interch…Created: 2009-08-14 @ 13:53:50 EDT
Knit Picks has produced another set of interchangeable knitting needles for knitters to fall in love with. This time it's the Zephyr, a lightweight acrylic set great for knitting on the go… - Knitted Wire Jewelry - Review of Knitted Wire Jewelry by Samantha A.…Created: 2009-08-13 @ 16:41:27 EDT
Knitted Wire Jewelry provides a range of jewelry designs, from rings to necklaces, using a variety of knitting and jewelry making techniques. Not for beginners in either craft, the book is a fun lo… - Washing Yarn Hanks - How to Wash a Hank of Yarn after Recycling Yarn…Created: 2009-08-12 @ 13:34:32 EDT
When recycling yarn from an old project or a thrift store sweater, you might find it helpful to wash the yarn and allow it to relax into a smoother fiber before working with it. Here's how it's don… - Winding a Ball into a Skein - How to Wind a Ball of Yarn into a HankCreated: 2009-08-12 @ 13:11:31 EDT Updated: 2009-08-12 @ 13:50:28 EDT
It's not often you need to wind a ball of yarn into a skein (we're usually going the other way around), but this trick is helpful when recycling yarn from a project that's been on the needles to lo… - Recycling Yarn - How to Recycle Yarn from a Knit Sweater for New Pr…Created: 2009-08-11 @ 18:15:43 EDT Updated: 2009-08-12 @ 13:49:43 EDT
Recycling yarn form a sweater you don't wear anymore or one you've bought from the thrift store is a great way to get new to you yarn without spending a lot of money. Here are the basics of how to … - Nosegay Pattern - Learn to Knit the Nosegay Pattern - Knit BobblesCreated: 2009-08-09 @ 14:01:04 EDT
The Nosegay Pattern is a classic bobble and cable pattern that isn't that difficult to knit, but it does require your attention. It would be a perfect choice for an Aran sweater or used alone as pa… - Knitted Gifts - Review of Interweave Presents Knitted Gifts by Ann B…Created: 2009-08-07 @ 16:01:07 EDT
Sometimes it is difficult to decide what to knit when you want to make a gift for someone, but Knitted Gifts offers 37 different options for men, women, babies and more… - Water Bottle Cozy - Free Knitting Pattern for a Lacy Water Bottle Co…Created: 2009-08-05 @ 16:01:11 EDT
This cozy and carrier for a metal water bottle is doubly clever because it makes it easier to tote around an alternative to plastic bottles and it's knit with a yarn partially made from plastic bot… - Where Do You Shop - On Local Knitting Stores Versus Online Knitting …Created: 2009-08-05 @ 15:40:21 EDT
Do you shop at your local yarn shop every time you need supplies, or do you rely on a craft superstore or an online shop more often? Share your thoughts on local versus online knitting shops and ho… - Knitting Business - Local Versus Online Knitting Shops - State of th…Created: 2009-08-05 @ 14:14:30 EDT Updated: 2009-08-05 @ 15:41:14 EDT
Knitting and related fiber crafts might not exactly be recession proof, but they do seem to be weathering the economic storm relatively well. Plus, a discussion of local yarn shops versus online st… - Knitted Jackets - Review of Knitted Jackets by Cheryl OberleCreated: 2009-08-03 @ 16:20:00 EDT
Knitted Jackets offers knitters who like outerwear 20 different designs to try, from classic, chunky coats to lacy, cabled and colorwork options… - Recycled Yarn - What is Recycled YarnCreated: 2009-08-03 @ 15:26:58 EDT
Recycled yarn is a rather new addition to the eco knitting scene that involves combining new and recycled fibers into a completely different yarn product… - What are Natural Dyes - Using Natural Dyes and Naturally Colored YarnCreated: 2009-08-03 @ 14:35:19 EDT
More small yarn makers and some of the larger manufacturers are using natural dyes for their knitting yarns or choosing to sell naturally colored yarns that have never been dyed. Here's a look at w… - Lattice Insertion - Learn to Knit a Lattice Insertion Stitch PatternCreated: 2009-08-01 @ 16:01:06 EDT
This eyelet Lattice Insertion is really quick and easy to knit and makes a great way to jazz up the back of a summery top or anything else that needs an easy bit of flair… - Lion Brand LB Collection Organic Wool - Review of LB Collection Orga…Created: 2009-07-31 @ 17:01:05 EDT
Lion Brand Organic Wool is a great choice if you're looking for a somewhat bulky wool yarn that's easy to use and puts a little lighter load on the environment than traditionally produced yarns… - Sun Washcloth - Free Knitting Pattern for a Washcloth with a Sun Mot…Created: 2009-07-31 @ 15:50:11 EDT Updated: 2009-07-31 @ 16:07:09 EDT
This sunny washcloth is a great way to use a bit of colorful yarn. The sun motif, worked in Reverse Stockinette, couldn't be easier and gives the washcloth a little more scrubbing power… - Debbie Bliss Essential Knits for Kids - Review of Debbie Bliss' Esse…Created: 2009-07-31 @ 14:02:04 EDT
Don't let babies have all the fun; knit for preschoolers, too, with the cute options available in Debbie Bliss' Essential Knits for Kids, featuring a good range of projects for both boys and girls … - Baby Knitting - Considerations for Baby Knitting - Choosing Patterns…Created: 2009-07-29 @ 15:20:02 EDT
Baby knitting projects are always popular, running the range from basic to sophisticated, using every kid of fiber and construction method out there. How can you choose the best baby knitting patte… - Nashua Handknits Natural Focus Ecologie Cotton - Review of Nashua Ec…Created: 2009-07-25 @ 16:01:07 EDT
Nashua Handknits Natural Focus Ecologie Cotton is a lovely Pima cotton yarn that is naturally dyed, making it a great choice for eco-conscious knitters as well as those who simply want a great look… - Cat's Paw/ Crown of Glory - How to Knit the Cat's Paw/Crown of Glory…Created: 2009-07-24 @ 13:43:54 EDT
Cat's Paw, also known as Crown of Glory, is an interesting stitch pattern that makes giant holes in the fabric, along with smaller eyelets that make the whole thing look like an animal paw or a cro… - Purl 2 Together Through Back Loop - P2tog TBL - How to Purl 2 Togeth…Created: 2009-07-24 @ 13:43:11 EDT
Purling 2 together through the back loop will seem like you're doing it wrong the first couple of times, but if it feels wrong that probably means you're forming this decrease correctly… - Purl in the Front and Back - PFB - How to Purl in the Front and Back…Created: 2009-07-24 @ 13:30:29 EDT
Purling in the front and back of a stitch is an easy way to increase, but it doesn't feel particularly natural or intuitive when you do it. Here's how the stitch is made… - Creating the Happiest of Holidays - Review of Creating the Happiest …Created: 2009-07-24 @ 13:01:06 EDT
If you're a knitter who likes other crafts as well, Creating the Happiest of Holidays is sure to give you some great ideas for gifts to craft, creative ways to present them and things to cook and b… - Purl 2 Together - What is a Purl 2 Together - How to Make a Purl 2 T…Created: 2009-07-24 @ 12:46:38 EDT
Purl 2 together or P2tog is not as common as the knit 2 together decrease, but it is just as simple to make when you need to get rid of a stitch on the purl side of a fabric… - Herringbone Gift Bag - Free Knitting Pattern for a Gift Bag Worked i…Created: 2009-07-22 @ 17:02:19 EDT
Herringbone Stitch is a great way to show off a sparkly, fun yarn, and this gift bag project is a fun use of a skein of interesting yarn as well as a way to add a second gift to a small first gift … - Koigu Premium Merino - Review of Koigu Premium Merino YarnCreated: 2009-07-17 @ 13:19:02 EDT
Koigu is known for its beautiful hand painted yarns that are just as lovely to work with as they are to look at. Koigu Premium Merino, or KPM, is a great chioce for delicate items with lovely subtl… - Socks a la Carte - Review of Socks a la Carte by Jonelle Raffino and…Created: 2009-07-16 @ 16:15:41 EDT
If you've ever wanted to see how different components can come together to make a unique sock, Socks a la Carte is the book for you. With split flip pages showing dozens of sock pieces, you can get… - Knit a Sock with Two Circular Needles - How to Knit a Sock with Two …Created: 2009-07-15 @ 16:06:04 EDT
If you don't have the double-pointed needles you need to knit a sock, or just don't like fussing with all those pointy ends, you can also knit one sock at a time with two circular knitting needles… - Short Socks - Free Knitting Pattern for Short SocksCreated: 2009-07-15 @ 11:14:41 EDT Updated: 2009-07-15 @ 11:22:56 EDT
Short socks are a quick and easy way to knit socks when you have a small yardage of a sock yarn, and they're great to wear during the summer for those times when you might want to wear real shoes o…