Hello and welcome! I recently learned how to do intarsia picture knitting, purely so that I can knit some of the amazing retro jumper knitting patterns that I stumbled upon in this Etsy shop. Must admit, however, that do like the satisfaction a quick knit such as a hat, and have just finished my first… Continue reading How to knit an Elsa picture hat
Stash Buster Scarf Knitting Pattern
This stash buster, multi coloured scarf, is a fun knitting idea for using up yarn leftovers and bits and pieces from your stash. You can use any double knitting/8 ply yarn to knit this wonderful, easy to knit, colourful stash buster scarf. Use a mixture of self patterning and plain yarn to get the same… Continue reading Stash Buster Scarf Knitting Pattern
The perfect eyelash yarn for Christmas Knitting Projects
Hey there, I wanted to share that I found and ordered this perfect winter/Christmas/festive sparkly eyelash yarn, Tinsel Chunky by King Cole. It knits up on 6mm needles, and I knit up two strands together on 10mm needles to make the top of this Frozen inspired stocking for my daughter. Frozen inspired hand knit stocking.… Continue reading The perfect eyelash yarn for Christmas Knitting Projects
Best Websites with Free Knitting Patterns
Did you know that there are absolutely massive amounts of free knitting and crochet patterns available online? Most yarn and knitting design companies have free patterns on their websites, to entice readers and to help them sell their yarn and other designs. I have had a good look around and made this list for you,… Continue reading Best Websites with Free Knitting Patterns
Mock Cable Newborn Baby Hat Free Knitting Pattern
The mock cable stitch on this little hat for a newborn baby looks stunning, and is worked from only knit and purl stitches. It is a lovely stitch which sits flat and is perfect for hats and scarves. Required: Pair of 5mm knitting needles Pair of 6mm knitting needles Crochet hook suitable for chunky yarn (for tassles… Continue reading Mock Cable Newborn Baby Hat Free Knitting Pattern