Knitting
February 3rd, 2010 at 07:34pm
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Dear Readers,You have been pleading for instructions on how to convert loom knitting patterns into hand knitting patterns. You love our loom knitting patterns but you do not own a loom! Since I am a beginner to the craft, I have been doing some research for you all. Unfortunately, research tells me that converting from [...]
Continue Reading How to Loom Knit and How to Convert
Tags: Knitting, loom
By Caley
December 21st, 2009 at 08:30am
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I hope you’re staying warm this December. We’ve had some very cold temperatures already, and we’re not even in the dead of winter yet. It makes me want to expand my warm-clothes wardrobe – so I’ll always be prepared for whatever cold weather comes my way.
If you’re taking a few days off for the holidays, [...]
Continue Reading New Pattern Monday: Knit Picks
Tags: free knitting patterns, knit Afghan, knit hat, knit sweater, new knitting patterns
By Kristen
November 23rd, 2009 at 07:30am
Under Crochet+ Knitting+ pets
As the weather cools, we’re all pulling out our thick sweaters and heavy coats. Chicago has been known to get some snow by Thanksgiving, so I guess we’re expecting it…
When you’re busy preparing yourself for the cold weather, don’t forget about Man’s Best Friend. Your puppy, especially if he’s a little one, deserves a nice [...]
Continue Reading New Pattern Monday: Puppy Love
Tags: crochet dog sweaters, dog sweaters, knit dog sweaters, pet crafts, puppy crafts
By Kristen
November 19th, 2009 at 05:00am
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One simply cannot have enough scarves for the chilly months. They are warm, bring color and variety to your winter coat and best of all, are easy to make. I ended up making a few scarves for holiday gifts every year. Last week, I featured 12 free scarf knitting patterns as Part of 1 of [...]
Continue Reading Link Love: Free Scarf Knitting Patterns Part 2
Tags: Knitting, patterns, winter
By Caley
November 12th, 2009 at 05:00am
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Just in time for winter knitting, I have a collection of free scarf knitting patterns from various blogs. You will find free scarf knitting patterns for both men and women in this collection. Where would crafting be without the generosity and creativity of fabulous craft bloggers like these? For more free scarf knitting patterns at [...]
Continue Reading Link Love: Free Scarf Knitting Patterns Part 1
Tags: Knitting, links, patterns
By Caley
October 28th, 2009 at 10:07am
Under Crochet+ Knitting
We have some brand new patterns from Caron Yarn, perfect for your cold weather knitting or crochet. PLUS, get a free, full-sized skein of NaturallyCaron.com Country yarn when you mail in 3 labels from any type of Caron’s Simply Soft® yarn. All projects below use Simply Soft yarn! Learn more about the free Caron yarn [...]
Continue Reading 5 New Caron Patterns + Yarn Giveaway
Tags: Crochet, giveaways, Knitting, patterns
By Caley
October 14th, 2009 at 03:03pm
Under Help a Reader+ Knitting
We had a very touching email from a woman asking for help with an afghan knitting pattern as part of a fundraising effort for the Jacksonville Heart Lung Transplant Support Group. She writes,
I need help making a knitting pattern for an afghan. I am a member of the Jacksonville Heart Lung Transplant Support [...]
Continue Reading Help a Reader: Knitting Afghans for Organ Recipients
Tags: Charity, Knitting, reader
By Caley
October 7th, 2009 at 08:33am
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Knitting is a very relaxing and satisfying craft. You can make throws, afgans, hats, socks, totes and so much more for yourself or to give as gifts. Best of all you don’t need to invest a ton of money to start knitting!
You’ll need knitting needles. Knitting needles are made from a variety of materials including [...]
Continue Reading A Simple Guide to Knitting
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By Maria
September 30th, 2009 at 12:34pm
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Can you help this reader? The best answer wins a craft prize!
“I am looking for a knitting stitch called Trinity Stitch. It is in a book about prayer shawls. Could you help me find the pattern. Thank you.”
Do you know the trinity stitch? Describe the stitch in the comments. Best answer will win a special [...]
Continue Reading Help a Reader: Trinity Knitting Stitch
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By Caley
September 23rd, 2009 at 05:00am
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Can you help this reader find a knitting pattern or supply a similar knitting pattern? Sandy writes:
I have lost my “old” pattern for a knit sweater made from the neck down on round needles. It is called “Idiot’s Delight” & is very easy even for a beginner. Hope you can help. Thanks, Sandy
Best answer will [...]
Continue Reading Help a Reader: “Idiot’s Delight” Knitting Pattern
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By Caley