Free Knitting Patterns
This 12” square for a baby blanket is made in the Dots and Dashes knitting pattern. There are a lot of patterns in the world with that title though, so I was trying to think of something different. My father served in WWII as a telegraph operator. He used to talk about how he learned… Continue reading Dit Dah Blanket Square
This free ear warmer knitting pattern has a beautiful texture, and because it is knit flat in a yarn with a slow hue change, you wind up not only with multiple colors in the stitch but also on either side of the seam. I gathered up the seam when I sewed it so it's a… Continue reading Varicolored Ear Warmer
By far the most popular post and YouTube video I have done in recent years is the Fisherman’s Rib Scarf. It started as a project for my niece who wanted a warm gray scarf and has taken on a life of its own. I get tons of requests for a matching hat so here it… Continue reading Fisherman’s Rib Hat
I love the look of bobbles in some knit accessories but find the process of knitting them tedious - back and forth, back and forth, on a teeny number of stitches every time you want one. Of course you could learn to knit backwards (yes that is a thing and yes it can help) but… Continue reading Encompass Cowl – Knit with Crochet Bobbles!
This free pattern for an easy knit scarf for beginners started life as the Bisectional Scarf, which I designed when I was appearing on Hochanda TV in the UK a few years back. I wanted something that even entry level knitters could make while using the luscious worsted weight yarn from Zen Yarn Garden. The… Continue reading Easy Knit Scarf Pattern for Beginners
The perfect transitional hat and cowl for between the seasons, this lovely, lacy set provides just enough warmth with plenty of visual interest. Knit it in a silk blend as shown in the photo, or some soft cotton blend to add to its delicate appearance. You can get both projects out of under 300 yards… Continue reading Aslope Hat and Cowl Set
It seems like Fall is finally coming which means Winter won't be far behind! My niece who goes to school in NYC asked me for an all purpose scarf that wouldn't be too heavy now, but that she could wrap around her face and neck to keep the wind away. This scarf knits up fast… Continue reading Beginner Fisherman’s Rib Knit Scarf
Stylish yet durable, this knit cable pillow pattern offers the perfect place to curl up to do homework, prop up and watch tv, or use as a throw for your favorite four-legged friends. Knit two pieces and sew them together for a reversible knit look, or knit one and use fleece, chenille, or minky fabric… Continue reading Denim Cables Floor Pillow
Why is she Gertrude? She just is 🙂 Gertrude is knit with two colors of Beautiful You from Lion Brand Yarns, although you could do it with one skein if you prefer. Knit in the round from the bottom up, the fancy stitch pattern alternates sections of lace with small cable panels, and is made… Continue reading Gertrude – A Free Knitted Hat Pattern
I swear if it wasn't for KALs/CALs/SALs I would never get anything done! But I am very excited to show you my new knit pattern for the Finishing Touches KAL - #KALCorner on Facebook and Ravelry. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from a link I may be compensated at… Continue reading 3-D Cowl, Finishing Touches KAL 2019
