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8 beginner knitting techniques you need to know
admin,
Here are eight different knitting techniques of knitting that every beginner that wants to progress needs to know. In this post we are going to show you a few techniques… You are reading the post 8 beginner knitting techniques you need to know appeared first on The Blog - US/UK .

Introducing Salvage: The Sustainable Yarn with a Story
Knit Picks Staff,
At Knit Picks, we’re always on the lookout for ways to innovate and bring you yarns that not only inspire creativity but also make a positive impact on our planet. We’re thrilled to introduce Salvage, our newest addition to the yarn family. Salvage is a sustainably sourced cotton yarn that redefine…

Introducing Studio Spotlights
Natalie Warner | Natalie in Stitches,
The equinox is approaching, and with it a quick post about something that’s ready to harvest: Studio Spotlights! I’ve been working in the background on my design course offerings, which has been (and still very much is) a long process, The post Introducing Studio Spotlights appeared first on Natali…

Mystery Blanket 2024: post 8, September
Debbie Abrahams,
HELLO & WELCOME TO THE EIGHTH INSTALMENT OF THE 2024 MYSTERY BLANKET CLUB! Apologies for the delay in getting this blog post launched, but we got back from our holiday to Gran Canaria just a few days before Seth went back to school and there was absolutely no time to get anything done apart from po…

Nordic Sock Box: my Holtasóley socks
helene magnusson,
I´m delighted to let you know that I´m the fourth designer of Nordic Sock Box, a delightful curated subscription box delivered every two months by Finish yarn company @novitaknits Each box contains: An exclusive sock pattern created by Nordic designers Printed instructions in English, Swedish and F…

Knit Squares Blanket Seamless Quilt
Jessica,
I love the look of checkers, squares, and quilts, but I don’t love seaming them together. There, I said it. Ha! This “Knit Seamless Quilt” blanket features beautiful squares, but none of the seaming. Hooray! See the full, free pattern below, or you may choose to purchase the ad-free printable versi…

Christmas Table Runner
noreply@blogger.com (Rosemary Dickinson),
I finished my Christmas table runner. It measures about 16" X 40". I loved making this quick project. I've already started another one! This time, the snowman fabric will be the main focus. We'll see how that turns out! I won't be quilting anything until the weekend. I'm finally having my longarm c…

Sara's Monthly Project Update - August 2024
Sara Mulvey,
August is always a tricky knitting month, you never know what the weather will bring. Will it be too hot to knit with wool, will it be so hot that I can only cope with a cross stitch? Alas August 2024 has been a bit of a wash out in Warrington which means I have crocheted with merino, knitted mohai…

Black Sheep Wools Post Box Topper Competition Entries 2024
lucy jones,
Fabulous toppers have been popping up on Royal Mail Post Boxes all over the country. To celebrate the makers of these crocheted and knitted masterpieces, we ran a competition this summer and had nearly 100 fabulous entries! You can see the winners on our Post Box Topper page . The winners have been…

58
Lorette,
That’s how many rows I have left on my current lace shawl in progress. At this point, the public-side rows are taking close to an hour to knit. The yarn is very fine silk yarn, and it wants to jump off the needles any chance it gets. The color is all off in that photo. … Continue reading "58"

How To Crochet the Block Stitch
Jessica,
Today I want to show you how to crochet the block stitch! It’s a beautiful, modern pattern that works great for blankets and more. I love the modern look and the versatility of this stitch depending on which colors you use. There are a few great tutorials online for how to crochet the block stitch,…

Garland Autumn 2024 Pattern Collection
Meghan Fernandes,
Click through to view our Garland 2024 Look Book! We recommend you go full screen :) The look book and this blog post contain affiliate links. ♥️ Welcome to the first collection of patterns featuring our very own yarn in collaboration with Hobbii - Garland. Including 14 FREE patterns in knit and cr…

Telluride Easy Knit Kimono Pattern
Jessica,
This particular knit kimono pattern is completely beginner friendly and it’s made with my all time favorite super bulky yarn and large needles.  It’s so comfortable to wear and it’s warm too as it’s made with a wool blend (a soft wool blend – I don’t do that itchy scratchy stuff too well). It’s als…

Welcome to September!
Knit Picks Staff,
September is here, autumn is just around the corner, there may be a crisp to the morning air where you live, and our free digital calendar wallpapers have arrived! Enjoy. How to get the Wallpaper: To get the free downloadable calendar background of your choice (smart phones, tablets, or desktop com…

30 Free Crochet Blanket Patterns
Kristine Mullen,
Cooler temps mean that it’s just about time to start making some blankets! Today I’ve got some beautiful free blanket crochet patterns to get you ready for the season. I really am so excited to share some of the most beautiful crochet throws out there from a variety of designers. There is no shorta…

Tutorial: How to install a zipper on a lopi sweater
helene magnusson,
After steeking a lopi sweater to make a cardigan, we usually finish the edges with a crocheted edge before installing a zipper. But first, before you even cut the sweater, or if you have already, letting the edges meet flat at the center, carefully measure the length the zipper must be. If you can´…

Crocheted edge to hide the steek of a lopi sweater
helene magnusson,
Here is a tutorial on how to crochet around the edges of a lopi sweater that has been steeked (cut) – after having first made 2 seams to secure the stitches – to make a cardigan. With the crochet hook, from right side, crochet an edging of US single crochet (English double crochet) along the [...] …

August Newsletter
Rachel Bearn,
Vintage outfits, cosy murders and slowing down for autumn

[REVIEW] Southern Skeins August 2024 DK Weight Box
Jenny Hats,
Get 10% off your Southern Skeins subscription box when you use my referral link Make sure to get your Lizzie Borden Serial Skeins box at a discount at this link . Grab your Southern Skeins 2024 Yarn Advent today! Full disclosure: I get a kickback for every referral, but am more than happy to refer …