Knit a quick and easy ribbed cowl using just one skein of Feza Fiesta Yarn. This hand tied yarn changes texture as you knit making for a delightful and interesting to knit project.

cowl patterns, knitting patternsNancy QueenMarch 2, 2016Comment

Knitting Tip: Give Your Yarn the Cold Shoulder

Yes, that's right - The Cold Shoulder via our refrigerator's freezer.

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Stuff Cowl Free Knitting Pattern

With so many plain yarns on the knitting market today, sometimes a project with a bit of texture is just what you need. This easy to knit cowl uses just one ball of Prism Stuff Yarn.

Fusilli Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

Enjoy the luxury of knitting with silk! This simple stockinette stitch scarf shows off the interesting texture of Loom Fusilli yarn. It's a silk yarn with slubs of cotton scattered randomly throughout. The result is gorgeous and very sophisticated.

knitting patterns, scarf patternsNancy QueenFebruary 23, 2016Comment

Toybox Candy Baby Blanket Free Knitting Pattern

Pick your favorite color of Toybox Candy yarn (available in lots of kid-happy colors) and knit up a fun and fast project for baby. This easy to knit eyelet blanket looks good on both sides and uses just 3 skeins of yarn.

blanket patterns, knitting patternsNancy QueenFebruary 15, 2016blanket knitting patterns Comment

Java Cloche Free Knitting Pattern

Designed by Grace Ahkrem, Java is a fun and easy to knit Fair Isle hat knitting project. The pattern features very soft sport weight alpaca yarn from Blue Sky.

hat patterns, knitting patternsNancy QueenFebruary 10, 2016hat knitting patterns, free knitting patternComment

Icehouse Hat Free Knitting Pattern

Here's one for the fellas! With a contrasting color brim and crisp ribbing that decreases as you knit into the crown, this hat in Blue Sky Alpacas Sport Weight yarn will fit snugly and keep any man, no matter his outdoor activity of choice, nice and warm.

hat patterns, knitting patternsNancy QueenFebruary 10, 2016free knitting pattern, hat knitting patternsComment

Knitting: How to Turn vs Wrap & Turn

"What is the difference between Turns vs Wrap & Turns?" This is a question that comes up a lot and is most frequently asked this way. “When my pattern tells me to Turn, they mean Wrap & Turn, right?" Wrong! Let's discover how these techniques are different and how they are used.

knitting tipsNancy QueenFebruary 9, 2016Comment

How to Make Pompoms + 8 Ways to Decorate with Pompoms!

Recently while watching Blizzard Jonas, I was surprised not only by the amount of accumulating snow, but the avalanche of pompoms on almost every hat I saw bobbing along behind the snow drifts. They are fun and very easy to make to top off that cozy hat so it’s time to make a few.

knitting tutorialsNancy QueenFebruary 2, 2016pompoms, diy how to craftsComment

Easy Bias Scarf Free Knitting Pattern

It looks so difficult to knit a scarf on the diagonal, but I'm going to let you in on a secret, it's REALLY easy! With just one skein of Schoppel-Wolle Pur self-striping yarn, you'll be able to knit this beginner project.

knitting patterns, scarf patternsNancy QueenJanuary 31, 2016Comment

Jonas Hat Free Knitting Pattern

When one of the largest storms of the century hits the East Coast, it deserves a nod. Jonas hat will keep you warm and cozy in the fiercest storm, on the slopes, or building a snowman.

hat patterns, knitting patternsNancy QueenJanuary 27, 2016Comment

Boho Tissue Box Cover Free Knitting Pattern

This isn't grandma's needlepoint tissue box cover! Flowers and sparkle adorn this chunky knit tissue box cover and give it an ultra chic, modern appeal. Using Knit One Crochet Too Rolling Stone yarn, it knit up fast (1 hour project)! And, it's the perfect way to add a bohemian feel to your favorite spot.

knitting patterns, home decor knittingNancy QueenJanuary 25, 2016Comment