Have you ever been knitting in public (doctor's office, train, bus, library, sporting event, airport, school pick up line, etc) and someone strikes up a conversation with you about knitting? Knitting is a very social hobby! It brings people together and helps to develop bonds. If you've been wanting to connect more with others, why not join or start your own knitting club? Both are very easy to do and cost nothing to get started.
Read MoreHere's a fun and easy to knit project to knit for yourself, a friend, or even your dog! The kerchief stripes using colorful, Edition 3 yarn from Schoppel. You'll begin with the kerchief portion knitting back and forth, then knit in the round to create the cowl portion. This seamless knitting pattern is a fabulous gift idea and ideal as a weekend project.
Read MoreWhy are there knitting abbreviations? To shorten the amount of time it takes to read (and write!) knitting patterns, designers use popular abbreviations to help writing easier. They may seem cryptic when you first see them, but after a while you'll be able to glance at a full row and know exactly what the designer wants you to do.
Read MoreAlternating stripes of linen and glitz are knitted on the diagonal to create this fun and festive scarf. It's a two skein project designed by Amy Gunderson.
Read MoreOne skein project! These headbands are fast and fun to make! The basket weave stitch pattern is addicting to knit and soft and bouncy to wear.
Read MoreOne skein project! Knit this easy bulky beanie in any size for anyone you love. It’s quick to work, soft and warm.
Read MoreOne skein project! Cables take on an entirely modern look when worked into a lattice pattern. This cowl is knitted in the round and features quick-knit Gina Chunky yarn from Plymouth.
Read MoreSo you’ve decided to start knitting. Congratulations! I started knitting almost 20 years ago by watching a video and plowed along through lots of frustration, trial, and error. Here are seven things I wish someone had told me when I started knitting.
Read More"Sharps," those finely chiseled knitting needle points are really a must when creating lacy pattern stitches (think ssk, k2tog, & psso). Depending on your knitting style they can really take a bite out of fingers too. Ouch! The longer you work the project the more frequently you pierce those fingers and that ends up not being fun.
Let's put a stop to that with an easy and inexpensive fix!
Read MoreDon't be square, knit this scarf! Boxy is an interesting knitting pattern worked in garter stitch. You'll create interesting boxes while using Plymouth Gina color changing yarn.
Read MoreDesigned by Norah Gaughan, Siddal shawl has a unique shape that provides amazing results. The 2 wings are worked first, leaving live stitches on needles. The center section is then worked, joining to the live stitches (sts on needles) of alternating wings at the end of each row. The center section is only joined to half of each wing, leaving the other half free. These free sections form points that will fit over each shoulder as shawl is worn.
Read MoreCast on this hat and you'll be able to wear it a few hours later! Kennebec is knitted in the round from the bottom up in an easy rib stitch for the brim then stockinette for the body. It's soft and warm when knitted with Berroco Andean Mist yarn. The sample used two similar shades held together.
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