Curious about brioche but intimidated by a whole new type of knitting? Today I'm sharing a perfect first brioche project that's both satisfying and quick to complete. This Brioche Twist Ear Warmer features the spectacular brioche texture with a cool cable twist that adds a beautiful focal point. Why You'll Love This Pattern Video Tutorial …
Brand new to knitting? Here are three projects you can start today! Maybe every member of your family has already received a rectangular scarf (or two, or three) and you're ready to branch out and try other shapes. In this blog post, and corresponding YouTube tutorial, I'm demonstrating the EASIEST way to knit a triangle, …
It seems yarn just keeps getting fluffier, fuzzier AND chunkier these days... and I'm here for it! However, if you've tried to knit with some of these yarns like Lion Brand's Go For Faux or Loops & Threads Faux Fur, you may have noticed that it can be hard to achieve any stitch definition, much …
A stress free knitting pattern The idea for this scarf came after I saw all the lofty knitting goals people were setting for themselves at the start of the new year. I also felt pressure to really "get things going" at the start of 2023. But, that is sort of the paradox of this creative, …
A (too) Trendy Knitting Pattern Ever wish you could ditch the rest of your sweater and knit just the sleeves!? No?? well... I made the pattern anyway, haha!? I'm curious to know what you think about this quasi bolero garment thing. They've been quite controversial since the trend started not too long ago. I don't …
Every year, when the weather gets colder, the leaves change color, and jumbo chenille yarn starts popping up everywhere! You can hardly scroll through insta or tiktok without these luscious textures appearing on your feed. Sometimes called blanket yarn or velvet yarn, loads of crafters, from beginner to advanced, love tackling all sorts of home …
What Is Entrelac? Take it from me: A gal who tried to tackle a whole baby blanket as her first double knitting project (would not recomend!), you wanna take it easy when learning something new in knitting! That's why I thought this cute little bandana slash headscarf was a perfect "first entrelac" project! What is …
You know what they say; "There's more than one way to braid a headband." Oh? They don't say that? Well then how come I've got these two completely different ways to knit a braided headband? So that there's one for the beginners and one for the advanced knitters? That makes total sense! Oh hi, I …
Hand knit socks are a wonderful gift but can also be an intimidating project for beginners! With turning heels and shaping toes, there's a lot of new techniques to master. But if you just learned to knit or are feeling more like an easy project, I've got the answer for you... tube socks! With a …
So you've got the cable knitting bug and now you can't stop! I've been there. And these chunky cable knit fingerless gloves were some of the first cable knitting patterns I tried as a newbie. What I love most about these wrist warmers is how quick they are to work up! The super chunky yarn …
Garter Stitch Half Pie Shawl: A Timeless and Cozy Project When I first discovered Elizabeth Zimmerman's classic pie shawl design, I was amazed that geometry like this could be so exquisitely applied to hand knitting! Not being so math-inclined myself, it seems like magic to me...that you can only increase periodically and create a perfectly …
Sometimes the simplest stitches make the most beautiful textures, and that’s exactly the case with this beginner-friendly basket weave dishcloth pattern. This easy knit project uses only knits and purls, creating a lovely woven look that’s as timeless as it is practical. For this pattern, I’m using Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie, a soft, worsted-weight cotton …
Want to learn to knit this babydoll ruffle top? In this free knitting pattern, you'll learn how to create the simple "double yarn-over" lace pattern and how to increase to create the flowy ruffles! Visual learner? Have no fear! There is a helpful video tutorial for this pattern which you can find below For a …
Garments don't have to be difficult! And, as a beginning knitter, it might be tempting to stay inside the box (literally). By just making square panels and seaming them together, you're really not utilizing all the knitting skills you already have! If you can cast on, knit flat, and knit in the round and are …
Going into this summer of 2020, we've all gotten very acquainted with your homes. Now, more than ever, we want our space to be a cozy, calming and inviting place to be! The number one way to increase the cozy, fast, is with texture. But what is texture? In terms of coziness, texture is anything …
Who doesn't love a scrunchy? With so many crochet options, the knitters sometimes get left out of the handmade scrunchy party. Well, welcome to MY scrunchy knitting party. Today I've got 3 different ways you can actually knit a scrunchy with plain o'll hair ties! Easy, quick and with minimal seaming. You …
Before we begin the tutorial for how to knit a face mask, I gotta start by saying, this mask will NOT protect you from any viruses or microbes. The weave is just too loose to stop anything microscopic from coming in or out. That being said, it does have some positive qualities when it comes …
There's nothing cozier than a pullover sweater, but sometimes it can be hard to accomplish for babies with their big baby noggins. Designed with an oversize fit, this extra wide turtleneck will be sure to fit your little loved ones! The scrumptious texture of Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Super Chunky really pops with the …
This 90's kid loves the revival of so many classic trends, including a good o'll velvet scrunchie! You may have seen my "How to Crochet a Scrunchie 3 Ways" post. Swap out the yarn for one of these delicious velvety chenille yarns like Bernat Velvet and you've got yourself a time machine back to …
Maybe you had a loved one teach you years ago, maybe you crochet and want to take the plunge into knitting, or maybe you've never owned a ball of yarn in your life! Either way, 2020 is the year YOU learn to knit, baby! And this long, chunky scarf is the perfect beginner project. It …
Let's face it, baby feet are just there to look cute. They don't really serve much of a purpose so why bother turning a heal or messing with short rows just to put them in a cozy, handmade gift? This free baby slipper pattern couldn't be easier and still produce such a cute result! Knit …
After I turned my husband's old Guns N' Roses t-shirt into DIY t-shirt yarn, I almost immediately set out to make this handy little potholder. It feels so good to turn something I would have otherwise thrown away into a practical, useful item. And seeing the upcycling process through from start to finish was so …
When I learned the garter tab cast on, I was itching to make a top down shawl! I started this project without a clear plan and this design is what came out of my needles. It features loads of simple garter stitch, a textured simple brioche rib, lacy eyelet transition rows and a casual/sporty garter …
I didn't have my daughter's nursery fully decorated before she was born, like some people might've. I really wanted to use the room first to see what we would actually use and how. Turns out we go through baby wipes like it's nobody's business! But they were always just sitting out on the changing table, …
You finally get time for that big sweater project, but winter is almost over! Well, the very same thing happened to me so I worked with the amazing Hobium Yarns to create this free spring cotton sweater pattern. It's perfectly light enough to transition with you from winter through spring while using large enough (6mm) …
If you know how to knit and purl, you can make this scarf! Seed stitch is just that; alternating knits and purls every other row. This stitch hides tension issues beautifully and lies perfectly flat (these edges won't curl up on you). It's knit in the round on circular needles so you don't have to …
I love to utilize a bunch of different fiber arts and that includes loom knitting! It's great for beginners or people with arthritis who struggle to grasp needles. I adore this method of knitting because it's super easy to get a very uniform project every time. This men's beanie was one of my first …
When the weather begins to change, and it's still dark when the alarm goes off in the morning, the hardest part is leaving the coziness of my bed. The socially acceptable solution for an adult who just wants their blankie? This warm, squishy, cocoon of snuggles that's so chic and modern. No one will know …
This adventure in giant needles was born out of my frustration with the constant warm Tel-Aviv sunshine of summer keeping my super bulky projects at bay. I wanted to dust off my 12mm, US 17 needles and make SOMETHING, even if it was with worsted weight yarn. For this pattern you will need: 200g or …
Even beginners can tackle this cable knit headband pattern! If you've never knit cables before, this is a great pattern to start with! It features one of the most basic cable designs: A six stitch, twisted cable. When working this pattern, you'll get lots of practice holding stitches on a cable needle in front of …