Brrr! Are you feeling the chill in the air? Well my Grid Beanie will certainly keep you warm, and in style too! Graphic patterns in knitwear are so trendy right now, and this simple grid design works with practically any outfit. Don’t be deceived by the vertical knitted stripes. You don’t have to do any stranded colour work, I’ve used…
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Now that the weather is cooling down and the evenings are getting longer, it’s the perfect time to start knitting a colourful cosy scarf to brighten up your winter days. I’ve got an easy scarf knitting pattern that you are going to love. I couldn’t resist using DMC Woolly 5 merino yarn again after my Rainbow Knitted Baby Blanket project….
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I’m not a yarn snob, but there is something so luxurious about working with beautifully spun pure merino wool that makes every other yarn experience pale in comparison. As soon as I laid my hands on these deliciously squishy balls of DMC Woolly 5 yarn from American Yarns, I was in love! Not only is it super soft and squishy,…
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Ever felt like you need a little helper to clean up your craft room? Well I’ve got a simple monster doll sewing project that will not only teach your kids to sew, but gobble up all those scraps that were headed to the bin. It’s Sew a Softie month and I’ve joined in with 30 blogger from all over the…
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If you fancy snuggling up to someone you fancy this Valentine’s Day, maybe you should make them a Sweetheart Quilt so they can get the hint! With a whopping great big geometric heart patchworked into the design, they are sure to appreciate the sentiment. I originally designed this quilt a few years ago as the ‘We Heart Saturdays Quilt’ –…
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Get your crochet hooks out Potter fans because I’ve got a fun and practical crochet pattern for you to make – Luna Lovegood’s Tote Bag. I made this blue crocheted cross-body bag for Emma’s Luna Lovegood Cosplay Costume, just like the one in the movie. Of course you could make this basic bag pattern in any colour you like –…
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You’ll never feel alone wearing this cute little felt ladybug brooch on your lapel – it’s quite the conversation starter! Make one, or a whole ‘loveliness of ladybugs’ – that’s the collective term apparently! Either way they are sure to cheer up someone’s day. A ladybug brooch would make a great gift for a child and look sweet attached to…
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If you are new to knitting, making washcloths are an easy way to practice your skills without having to commit to a large project. This pretty knitted washcloth pattern only requires the most basic of knitting skills. The addition of stripes and cute crocheted tassels on each corner elevate this basic knitted square from ‘blah’ to ‘Ta-Da’! In my opinion,…
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