Archive Category: 'Knitting'

• Free Scarf Patterns: {Knitting}: Buncha free patterns in this lot, I’ve included a few handsome men’s scarves as well as a few cozy cowl and neckwarmer patterns at the bottom. There are some very, very talented pattern writers on the web that freely share with everyone, lucky us! *Click on pictures to get your copy of the free patterns. Scarf Knitting [...]
• Free Slipper Patterns: Knit, Crochet, Sewing: *Click on pictures to get your copy of the free patterns. Also check out this handy Sock Sack that you can make to tote around your slipper projects.
• Yoga Mat Bag: {Knitting} + Bonus Patterns: Today’s feature is from STC Craft with this pattern for a Yoga Mat Bag (pdf download): blockquote>This yoga mat bag is knit in a sunny yellow-orange cotton yarn this is easy to wash. It also features a handy pocket on the front strap large enough for keys and money for class. The drawstring closure and hand-stitching along [...]
• Fiesta Bath Mitt: {Knitting}: Today’s feature is from Slip Slip Knit with this free pattern for a Fiesta Bath Mitt: blockquote>The mitt is made in an easy slip stitch with Blue Sky Skinny Cotton which is ultra soft and smooshy. It’s organic, too, and coloured with low impact dyes, so lovely next to skin. The slip stitch pattern gives it [...]
• Checkerboard Knitted Bag Pattern: Vintage: Simple knitting and purling of stitches makes this attractive knitting or shopping bag. It can be made any desired size. Abbreviations: K (knit); p (purl); tog (together); O (yarn over); to make an eyelet–(k 2 tog, O twice, k 2 tog); sts (stitches) Checkerboard Knitted Bag ul> Cast on 40 sts or 10 sts for every 2 1/4-inch. Row 1: [...]
• 35 Reusable Grocery Bags You Can Make: Free Patterns: **Updated List** Sure you can buy some trendy brand name shopping bags, but why not make your own bags for cheap (and even free!), they can be as chic and cool as you like (and original too)! Here’s a bunch of free patterns and tutorials to get you started, I have them sorted in three sections: [...]
• Free Dishcloth Patterns: Knitting: *Click on pictures to get your copy of the patterns, some may show a price tag but if you scroll down a bit you’ll see the free pattern or pattern link. If you’d like to learn how to knit or brush up on your knitting skills, see my guide here: Learn How To Knit – Free [...]
• Free Afghan Patterns: Knit & Crochet: There are loads of free patterns on the net for afghans (in both knit and crochet), but you know me–I’m a bit fussy . Here are my favorite picks of what I’ve found online, and wow–many of these are gorgeous! There are a few throws and lapghans included but they’re easily adjusted to [...]
• Pretty Pillow Ideas: Free Patterns: Today’s feature is a double-hitter with two different patterns for pretty cushion covers (one for sewers, one for knitters). he first is from Sandi Henderson Design with Free Pattern – Ruffle Pillow. Not only are these pillows very pretty (I love the different prints used for front, back and ruffle), they’re very easy to make too. The [...]
• Easy Neck Sock: Free Knitting Pattern: Today’s feature is by Tales From A Tiny Apartment with How to Knit a Neck Sock: This gives a nice springy neck sock that you can pull over your face or scrunch down on your neck. This scarf works very well for guys as it is totally non-fussy. Living in Canada has its very chilly moments and [...]
• Top 10 Makeup Bags: Free Tutorials: Makeup bags are perfect to give as gifts and they’re quite handy for more than just cosmetics. I took my time selecting these bags, making sure there’s a nice mix of everything: Some simple, some zipped, some larger, some small. There’s one felted pattern (knitting) and the rest are sewing tutorials. For a treat I [...]
• Taffeta Knitting Needle Case – Vintage Pattern: This vintage pattern from 1945 specifies taffeta as the material to be used, but feel free to use a different fabric if you like. Knitting Needle Case Materials: 3/8 yard navy Taffeta 3/8 yard light blue Taffeta 3/8 yard Crinoline for interlining Sewing thread in matching colors Directions for Cutting: 3 pieces–13″ x 13 1/2″ (one of navy, one of light blue, one [...]
• Dirty-Girl Washcloths & Spa Cloths: Free Knitting Patterns: Today’s feature is from myLifetime with Dirty-Girl Washcloths, plus a suggestion from another blogger (over at Dances With Wools) for whipping up Spa Cloths (with 2 more patterns provided). First you’ll find instructions for three different designs at myLifetime: Dirty-Girl Washcloths Basket Weave Washcloth Garter Stitch Washcloth Stockinette Stitch with Garter Stitch Edge Washcloth Over at Dances With Wools, she suggests [...]
• Free Scrubby Patterns: It’s been a few months since I’ve picked up my crochet or knitting needles, starting to get that twitch for whipping up something quick, easy & useful–Scrubbies fit the bill! Here are a dozen free patterns I’ve collected… Crochet Scrubby Patterns Dishcloth Scrubby Dish Scrubbies 101 Aloo Scrubber Sunflower Scrubby Sunflower Scrubber Sponge Scrubby Knit Scrubby Patterns Homemade Scrubbies Pattern: Loom knit. Dish Scrubbie Pattern [...]
• 14 Laptop Sleeves & Cases: Free Tutorials & Patterns: Here are over a dozen different sewing, knit & felting tutorials and patterns for laptop sleeves and cases. These are my favorite picks of what I found available online for freebies. Enjoy! Laptop Sleeves & Cases: Free Tutorials & Patterns Whip Up Tutorial: Fabric Laptop Sleeve: A nice and easy sewing tutorial for a fabric laptop sleeve, [...]
• Homemade Swiffer Cloth Patterns: A bunch of new patterns for reusable swiffer cloths added! Who doesn’t hate paying money for swiffer cloths that you just end up throwing out? Here are a few ideas for making reusable ones from cloth plus a bunch of knit, crochet & sewing patterns to make your own: Use old flannel diapers, jogging fleece, flannel [...]
• Knitted Dish Scrubbie Pattern Tutorial: Today’s feature is from Berlin’s Whimsy with Knitted Dish Scrubbie Pattern Tutorial: It almost makes washing dishes fun! Oh, I’ll be honest, I love washing dishes—-one of the few cleaning chores I actually enjoy. And the little scrubbie fits right within one of my philosophies: if I can make a household chore fun by adding a [...]
• Jackpot Of Great Yarn Tips: Today’s feature is from Lion Brand Yarn with a collection entitled 50 Great Yarn Tips, however the count surely must be in the hundreds since there are currently 26 pages loaded with tips! Each tip was submitted by Lion Brand customers and you’ll find plenty of pointers for managing yarn, knitting and crochet projects. Here’s [...]
• 42 Yarn Stash Busters: Kitchen Goodies & Cozies: Here’s a list of free patterns for a variety of kitchen items and cozies, these are great projects for using up the burgeoning yarn stash you may have piling up in the craft cupboard. The bulk of the patterns are for knitting but I have included a dozen crochet patterns as well (toward the bottom of [...]
• Tipnut’s Picks: 42 Free Projects For Baby: Here’s a whopping list of free patterns and tutorials for baby, perfect to give as gifts to welcome a newborn or if you’re a soon-to-be new mom–you’ll find lots of goodies here to fill the nursery. I’ve also included a few vintage patterns for baby blankets (2 knit, 1 crochet). You’ll find cloth diaper patterns, burp [...]
• Free Knitted Dishcloth Pattern: Today’s feature is from I Live On A Farm with my new favorite knit dishcloth pattern Springtime Wash/DishCloth: The primary pattern stitch is the twisted purl from Barbara Walker’s “A Treasury of Knitting Patterns”. I love the twisted purl stitch, because it is a truly reversible pattern. It doesn’t look the same on both sides, but [...]
• Learn How To Knit – Free Resource Guide: Here’s a collection of step-by-step resources available online (for free!) that will teach you how to knit. All resources are for beginner knitters and I’ve also included a selection of beginner knit dishcloth patterns at the bottom of this post to practice knitting. If you already know how to knit, you might enjoy them too. Step One [...]
• 30 Free Patterns For Knitting Needle Cases, Rolls, Pouches & Organizers: You can easily organize your knitting needles and supplies with a needle roll or pouch. Here’s a big list of free patterns for knitting needle rolls, pouches and circular needle organizers. You’ll find some that are quite large and elaborate, others are more simple and small. Something for everyone! I’ve included patterns that are sewn, crocheted [...]
• Free Knitted Rag Bath Mat Pattern: Today’s feature is from CocoKnits with instructions for how to make a Knitted Rag Bath Mat. This is a great project to repurpose some old bedsheets! Size Approximately 18″ wide and desired length. The sample is 36” long for a bathtub, it can be shorter for a smaller shower. Materials Yarn Sample used two pre-washed twin size sheets ripped into [...]
• Knitting Needle Roll Pattern: Today’s feature is from Tostetoes.com with a free pattern for a Knitting Needle Roll. This one’s quite nice, it has three different sized pocket rows to include all kinds of knitting tools and notions. Then roll it up and carry it around for easy convenience. Fabrics Needed: Outside Fabric: ½ Yard Lining Fabric: ½ Yard Inside Pockets and upper guard: [...]