Category: Knitting Patterns

Everyone’s Going Crazy for Knit and Crochet Ponytail Hats (aka the Messy Bun Beanie) – FREE Patterns

Posted by Danielle | Dec 7, 2016 | Crochet Patterns, Knitting Patterns |

UPDATED: For more messy bun patterns and tutorials — both knit and crochet — see the...

Unique Tweaks Turn Two Regular Shawls Into Functional Wearable Art!

Posted by Danielle | Nov 28, 2016 | Free Patterns, Knitting Patterns |

I love smart twists on classic pieces and what’s more classic than a knitted shawl? First up, Irina Poludnenko’s Ringlet Block Scarf: Get the pattern via Ravelry, designed by Irina Poludnenko. Make one using Noro...

Handspun Recycled Newspaper Yarn – FREE Tutorial Alert!

Posted by Danielle | Nov 22, 2016 | Beyond Knitting, Knitting Patterns |

“With enough time, patience, and newspapers you can create newspaper yarn. From the design...

Can’t Give Someone You Love a Bear Hug? Knit Them a Bear Rug!

Posted by Danielle | Nov 11, 2016 | Knitting Patterns |

Adorable – anyone would love to get this bear rug as a gift. Pattern by WolverineKnits,...

Three Knitting Patterns Inspired By Yummy Cupcakes

Posted by Danielle | Nov 8, 2016 | Knitting Patterns |

“When you share a cupcake, you share love.” Visit Etsy for more knit cupcake patterns....

How To Knit a Stickshift Cover – Proof You Can Yarn Bomb Anything!

Posted by Danielle | Nov 5, 2016 | Free Patterns, Knitting Patterns |

FREE PATTERN: Pimp Your Car by Florentine. FREE pattern available via Ravelry, by...

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