As a child, I was always just as excited that Rudolph would be visiting my home as I was that Santa would be arriving. We would always leave cookies, milk and carrots out for the reindeer before heading to bed. It’s so much fun to watch my daughter do the same thing now, and I…
Ready for a peaceful little knitting project? The purpose of this project was to make something that could be of comfort to the recipient and would be easy and peaceful for the maker as well. Comfort shawls are given to friends, family or even are made as donations to churches or hospitals for those going…
Have you tried making tassels? Adding tassels to your crochet and knitting projects is a quick way to add a large (and fun!) visual impact. And the best part is that learning how to make tassels is super easy. Check out this tutorial to learn how to make tassels yourself in just minutes. Tassels are…
I love the trend and look of the giant knit scarves and cowls for fall. The cowl I’ve shared with you here can be worn or made in two different ways. You can see the two options below and choose which you like the most! Place all of the buttons along the front, or place three…
Find all the latest knit and crochet patterns here on the blog! 200+ free patterns, designed with the modern maker in mind! There are easy blankets, sweaters, shawls and more. You’ll find projects for beginners and beyond. Enjoy, and happy making!
I’ve been itching to try out weaving for what seems like FOREVER, so I was thrilled when I heard that Lion Brand came out with a lap loom. Do you remember that little woven nylon potholder you made in elementary school? I loved that thing, so I had a feeling this weaving trend was right up…
Well, I updated my crochet patterns page, so it was about time to update the knitting patterns page. 🙂 You can now find ALL of them on this page HERE! It’s kind of fun to look back at all of the projects from the last year. Do you take pictures of your finished projects before…
I’d like to share some oldies but goodies today and also let you know that I’ve FINALLY started a blog page with YOUR projects. One of my favorite things since beginning to blog has been meeting so many wonderful people, readers and other mamas in stitches. 😉 It’s also been awesome to see the pictures of…
Hi friends, Hosting a giveaway is something I’ve considered doing for a while and I finally decided to JUST DO IT! My readers mean so much to me and I’d love to fly each of you (and myself) to Tahiti, but until the hubby hits the Powerball, that ain’t happening. Next best thing – a chance…
So friends, I’ve finally gotten my hands on some BIG yarn and GIANT needles and this was the result. I’m telling you, this feels like a big squishy cotton ball! Seeing so many gorgeous BIG knits all over the internet this last year has had me wanting to try it for a long time, and it didn’t…
Hello dear friends! This is one of my “yarn break” posts where sometimes I write about other artsy projects that I’m working on. FEAR NOT! I’ve got the usual slew of yarn projects all about the house, in nearly every room, which will be posted soon. 😉 Today though, I’m simply taking a yarn break and want to kind of…
