As 2019 came to a close most of us took a moment to reflect on the past year. Instagram was full of “year in review” videos but one of the top posts was actually of someone who isn’t even walking yet. The Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle and Prince Harry posted their year in review…
Read More#LBYTEMPBLANKET Feel free to personalize your blanket! Change your stitch, swap your colors (or add colors for higher temps if you live in a very warm area. Perhaps Hot Pink and Burgundy?) I like to use the high temperature for the day to determine my color, however, some people prefer low temperature or you can…
Read MoreAccording to knitting twitter, Knives Out is a new romantic comedy about Chris Evans and his cable knit sweater. Knives Out hit theaters November 27th and one thing became clear almost immediately… the cable knit sweater that Evans wears in the movie was the real star of the show. Here’s how you can make one for yourself!
Read MoreThe trend of super chunky knit blankets continues this season and you can get in on the fun with AR Workshop and Lion Brand! We’ve teamed up to created a super soft, jumbo chenille yarn that’s perfect for arm knitting or hand looping. No needles or prior knitting skills required to whip up your own…
Read MoreFebruary, July, October… It’s never too early to begin crafting for Christmas. Starting on December 12? Don’t think of it as late, maybe you’re 12 months early! Any way you look at it, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite Christmas themed sweaters, amigurumi, and accessories that are sure to brighten up your holiday…
Read MoreLooking for a nearly instant project? This cowl knit in the CYC#7 jumbo Go For Faux Thick & Quick might be exactly what you need! It works up in just a few episodes of your favorite show. I made mine one night and wore it out the next day. I made my cowl nice and…
Read MoreSay hello to Fall crafting with these 8 designs from Two of Wands! I started knitting one of these designs as soon as we got the patterns in! (It’s a perk of working for a yarn company and a nightmare if you’re striving for project monogamy. Just try sticking to one project at a time…
Read MoreAside from scarves, I think afghans might be the project that attracts people to knitting or crochet. You can create these projects with just basic skills since many don’t require shaping. All you really need is to start, stitch, have some patience for the size of the project, and finish off. Besides just being functional,…
Read MoreFall is officially here! If you’ve been dreaming of cooler weather it’s here, or should be soon enough. Get your wardrobe ready with some quick accessories projects. Tip: These also make great quick gift ideas if you find yourself procrastinating on holiday crafting. (Pretty much me every year. Not alone, right?) Quick Knits For Cool…
Read MoreYou know those times when you end up with the perfect yarn and no design, so you end up spending long hours of browsing through pattern databases? Well, if it’s snuggly bulky sweaters you’re in search of then hopefully this list of 5 free sweater patterns will help! 1. Betina Cardigan The Betina cardigan is…
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