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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …