As we raise a glass to 2017, there’s so much to be grateful for, but especially – crafting with you! To celebrate, we’ve gathered up our Top 10 Free Patterns from the year, knit and crochet. From afghans to accessories, and some lovely shrugs and shawls, we’ve treasured every WiP and all the time we’ve…

‘Tis the season for Ugly Christmas Sweater parties at offices & homes around the country. This silly tradition has blossomed in the last few years. Numerous websites boast the ‘ugliest’ sweaters of all, with categories like ‘3D’ and ‘Naughty’. There’s also the inviting ‘Sweater Customizer’ so you can wear your heart on your sleeve (and…

The Garter Stitch Pullover is a wonderful choice for your first knitted sweater! We think it’s perfect for beginners and more experienced knitters alike. This simply classy design from our Fall/Winter Style Guide has minimal shaping and is worked in pieces. We love the tonal depth of this yarn! Wool-Ease® Tonal in Smoke looks like…

Turn your focus to a sweet light-weight yarn that works up into beautiful garments for the whole family! Vanna’s Style is a DK weight yarn that will provide the drape and stitch definition you’re looking for in garments, accessories, and baby gifts. It’s 100% premium acrylic, and can be machine washed and dried for ultimate…

While many are just beginning their shopping, we crafters know it’s crunch time! Quick gift patterns are the order of the day – so here are 10 of my favorite crochet freebies that use just one skein of Lion Brand yarn apiece! Openwork Shawl by Lion Brand A fantastic beginner pattern featuring Shawl in a…

Today we’re featuring two garments from our new Fall/Winter Style Guide – knit and crochet versions of a unique and breezy cardigan. (Designs are both available as kits or paid pattern downloads.) The long lines of these sleeveless cardigans make for easy layering. We love the dramatic collar on these cardigans! The oversized collar adds…

We’re thrilled to feature another post by one of our favorite bloggers, Alexandra Tavel from Two of Wands! She’s here to tell us all about the One Fine Day Cardigan she designed for our new Fall/Winter Style Guide. You can find the knit kit here! When it comes to fall in New York City, the…

Getting in the gifting spirit and need a little inspiration? Head to the Lion Brand website and check out our One and Done Kits. 8 quick gift ideas to whip up in a jiffy, to knit & crochet. The kits are perfect to make in a time crunch, and perfect to give for the aspiring…

We’re thrilled to feature a post by one of our favorite bloggers, Alexandra Tavel from Two of Wands! She’s here to tell us all about the Night Lights Sweater she designed for our new Fall/Winter Style Guide. You can find the crochet kit here! It was such an honor to design two pieces for this first Style…

We love the tweedy effect and vintage look of Jeans® in the Piero Poncho! This knitted poncho, available exclusively as a kit in our new Fall/Winter Style Guide, is beginner-friendly. It works up quickly in one piece from the neck down. The smooth look of stockinette stitch shows off Jeans® yarn beautifully. A medium charcoal grey flecked with white is the…