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Well I’m so pleased you asked..
Anna,
A recent discussion in the shop on solving the problem of a knitter’s too-tight bind off yielded 4 different suggestions from the randomly assembled knitters…  ‘I just pick a size bigger needle and cast off with that‘. ‘It’s always the sewn cable bind off for me.‘ ‘Knit 2 stitches, then put your le…

Make It Tweed New Colors!
Jenny Wilcock,
Today we are back to just plain fun eye candy, nothing serious or historical. While I was gone, My Sister Knits received an order of Make It Tweed new colors!

Virtual Knit Night October 10th
MayaB,
With the summer holiday, and with a last minute cancellation of our virtual in September, it really seems like ages since I met up with […] The post Virtual Knit Night October 10th appeared first on The Knit with attitude Blog .

Amaya Slouch Hat Crochet Pattern
Underground Crafter,
Today’s slouch hat crochet pattern is part of the twelfth annual Crochet Cancer Challenge with SweetPotato3. The Amaya Slouch is a beginner-friendly slouch hat that also works as a “chemo cap.” The pattern is available in four sizes. The Amaya Slouch is forever free on my blog, but the PDF version …

32 Crochet and Knit Pumpkin Patterns
Underground Crafter,
Today’s collection of 27 fabulous and free crochet pumpkin patterns and five free knit pumpkin patterns includes hats, toys, stuffed pumpkins, squares and a blanket, coasters, a cowl, a poncho, a scarf, a dog bandana, a baby set, a bowl cozy, a wall hanging, a dishcloth, a basket, earrings, and a t…

Raiding the shawl chest
knitigatingcircumstances,
I will begin by saying that the knitting retreat was truly lovely. It was a smaller group than the previous two retreats I was on, with 12 of us altogether. Melmerby Hall continues to be a beautiful spot for a … Continue reading →

A Note of Thanks
dwj@theartofaccessories.com (Dana Williams-Johnson),
With everything that has been going on, I never got a chance to thank those of you that tuned in to the Makers for Kamala Live Stream! If you missed … Continue reading A Note of Thanks

Clue #10 for Our 2024 Mystery Crochet Along (MCAL) is Here – Indivisible
Efa Team,
Hello, my beautiful blossom! I am so excited to announce Clue #10 of our 2024 yearlong Mystery Crochet Along (MCAL) is here! I hope you’ll read on to learn how you can be a part of the fun! Indivisible was designed by Johanna Huck. She said, "Indivisible will take you on a yearlong journey of [...]

A case study in hand knitted darts | The Aneeta wrap cardigan
Natalie Warner | Natalie in Stitches,
The Aneeta wrap cardigan is one of my most popular knitting patterns, so I'm bringing her to the blog to show you how this design and pattern comes together. The bust darts in this design are one of the reasons why Aneeta's a favourite, so it's time to tell you more about her! She solves a lot of…

Mountain Throw Colorful Blanket Crochet Pattern
Jessica,
Inspired by the mountain landscapes, sunrises, and sunsets, this blanket using the granny spike stitch is sure to add beauty to any space. It adds gorgeous, cozy color to your home, and happy vibes all around. And bonus – there are no color changes! See the full free pattern below, or you may choos…

Murky Depths dives into fiber
Lisa,
This is the fourth in a series of blog posts featuring the fabulous sponsors of Indie Untangled , taking place on October 18, 2024, in person in Saugerties, NY, and online. In-person tickets are available and selling fast! You can also register for the free online event here . Debbie of Murky Depth…

Knitting & Crocheting with Wool
Ruth Nguyen,
Wool is the quintessential material for knitting and crocheting and with good reason. This fabulous fibre has versatility and wearability like no other—but have you ever wondered how to use ... The post Knitting & Crocheting with Wool appeared first on SweetGeorgia Yarns .

Pumpkin Door Hanger
noreply@blogger.com (Rosemary Dickinson),
I made this cute little Pumpkin Door Hanger/Wall Hanging. I only used fabrics I found in my stash. That fabric surrounding the pumpkin is actually purple, not blue. Anyways, I changed the pattern up a little bit. I tried to use Halloween fabrics. I have so many small pieces in my stash left over fr…

Flying the Nest projects
Emma Varnam,
If you find my son under a pile of yarn – I can only apologise. During the summer the imminent realisation that my ‘little baby’ was about to leave for college was not a subtle, but rather a clanging symbol of….’Oh no!!!! I need to make him something’. Essentially I am not nesting… but de-nesting. …

Ways to Wet-Set: How to Intentionally Finish Your Handspun Yarn
Debbie Held,
If you’re a spinner who utilizes the exact same twist-setting process across a wide array of yarn preparations and structures, it may be time to revisit your finishing options and ... The post Ways to Wet-Set: How to Intentionally Finish Your Handspun Yarn appeared first on SweetGeorgia Yarns .

Cool Breeze Scarf Knitting Pattern
lilia Vanini,
Cool Breeze Scarf is a simple lace easy to knit scarf, this pattern is great for all beginners, with just … Read More The post Cool Breeze Scarf Knitting Pattern appeared first on LiliaCraftParty .