I have this comfy cardigan that I won’t wear in public. I knit it in January 2022. In usual Kelly fashion, I decided I needed to knit something to bring on a trip when I didn’t actually have time. We were leaving on the 29th on a road trip to Disneyland and I absolutely hadContinueContinue reading “What Is This Thing For?”
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Knitting Lessons I Learned the Hard Way
After 22 years of experimenting, knitting a million miles of yarn, and frogging half a million miles, I’ve learned some lessons the hard way. (Is there any other way?) Here are my top six: Check your gauge. There’s a reason people repeat this over and over. It’s because we know we need to knit aContinueContinue reading “Knitting Lessons I Learned the Hard Way”
The Secret to Knits You Actually Wear
We all have knits we never wear. That cardigan in the back of the closet that falls off your shoulders. The hat with the not-quite-wide-enough brim. The shawl that’s just a little too small to drape nicely over your shoulders. We’re knitters, we don’t have to suffer these atrocities! We can customize anything we makeContinueContinue reading “The Secret to Knits You Actually Wear”
How to Crochet a Tiny Star With Sharp Points in One Round
I like to use these tiny crochet stars as appliqués. You could also make them into a garland, tie them on packages, glue them on hair clips…the possibilities are endless! These little stars are so fun to make! ⭐️ I learned this method sometime in the 00s from a blog called Wild About Color. TheContinueContinue reading “How to Crochet a Tiny Star With Sharp Points in One Round”
DIY Tassel Stitch Markers Tutorial
Gather Supplies Do you have a craft night coming up? These DIY tassel stitch markers make a fun little project with an adorable and useful end result. There’s a good chance you have everything you need on hand already! You’ll need “lightbulb” pins, embroidery floss (you could probably use lace weight yarn, too), scissors, andContinueContinue reading “DIY Tassel Stitch Markers Tutorial”
Knit Lampshade Trim: Makeover for a Boring Ikea Lampshade
Have you ever had the solution to one problem cause another? This knit lampshade trim is the last (hopefully!) in a long line of problems caused by previous solutions. It all started when I decided to have 5 kids… 🤣 Just kidding! But seriously, I have a tiny house for a family of seven andContinueContinue reading “Knit Lampshade Trim: Makeover for a Boring Ikea Lampshade”
The 5 Essential Knitting Tools
Here are my 5 essential knitting tools, a minimalist knitting kit if you will. These are the items I absolutely must have in my project bag if I’m not at home knitting. 1. Foldable scissors. Obviously we need to be able to cut our yarn. I’ve used other tools in the past, but now thatContinueContinue reading “The 5 Essential Knitting Tools”
Pocket Hat Knitting Pattern
About the Pattern Go wallet free! This knit hat has a card pocket! This slouchy hat features a simple-yet-striking color pattern and a pocket sized just right to fit cards, cash, or a key. The simple 2-stitch color pattern is easy to memorize. You don’t need any special skills to add the pocket, just sewingContinueContinue reading “Pocket Hat Knitting Pattern”
Everywhen – A Unique Triangle Shawl Knitting Pattern
About Everywhen Shawl Knitting nerds unite! This shape-shifting triangle is so fun to knit! The Everywhen shawl is an all-season triangle shawl with unique side-to-side shaping that makes for an engaging knit. This shawl starts as an asymmetrical triangle and through clever use of short rows, it morphs into an almost symmetrical triangle. You’ll loveContinueContinue reading “Everywhen – A Unique Triangle Shawl Knitting Pattern”
Eight Tiny Reindeer: Ear Flap Hat Knitting Pattern
Description of Reindeer Hat If you’re looking for a super-warm hat, look no further! This double layer of wool will keep you warm in the coldest months. Eight tiny reindeer is an earflap hat featuring Santa’s eight reindeer in a lacy pattern. When knit in a contrasting color, the stockinette lining shows through around eachContinueContinue reading “Eight Tiny Reindeer: Ear Flap Hat Knitting Pattern”