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If you are wondering what rib stitch is or even how to knit rib stitch, then read on…… When knitting rib stitch, you are making textured vertical stripes as you knit. To knit rib stitch you are basically knitting a variation of knit and purl stitches within the same row. The most common ribbing knit … Read more
If you are an avid scrapbooker, you will no doubt know that the most popular layouts to do are the 12 x 12 layout size, but doing some 8 x 8 scrapbook layouts is also a lot of fun. Here are some 8 x 8 scrapbook layout ideas to try out when you are feeling … Read more
Let’s discuss knitting through the ages and knitting in general. Knitting has been around for centuries, and strangely enough, in the not too distant past, more men could knit than women. In more modern times, although there are a few famous knitters who are men, this hobby is now more popular with women, as they … Read more
If you love to knit, you have probably at one stage or another considered purchasing a home knitting machine. This post does contain affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase something off of this page, I will get a small commission, at no extra cost to you the buyer. Owning a knitting … Read more
If are looking for an easy knitted baby pants pattern for a baby between the ages of 3 and 12 months, you have come to the right place. These trendy pants are suitable for a girl or boy and if they are crawling, you can reinforce the knee area with an extra knitted square sewn … Read more
Have you noticed the bobble wool in the wool shops and wondered what on earth you could make with it? Why not try knitting a baby blanket using bobble wool. Strangely I see this wool in the shops all the time, but I can’t find much to go on when it comes to Google. I … Read more
This cute little knitted heart patch is great to use as a motif on clothing or for decoration. You could even use them as patches on knitted items to protect them. An idea is to use them on these knitted baby pants to protect the knees. How To Knit A Heart Patch If you want … Read more
If you like to make your own personalized gifts, here are some great knitted Christmas gifts that you can try out. At this time of the year, we are starting to think of the festive season and what gifts we can give or create for our loved ones. In this article, I have included some … Read more
This free baby sweater knitting pattern is the perfect design for a beginner knitter to improve his or her basic knitting skills. It has a nautical style neckling that fastens with buttons which makes it easier to pull over baby’s head. It has stripes across the front and back and up the arms. If you … Read more
Are you a fan of Rowan Knitting Patterns? Did you know you can purchase a book with all their best patterns. If you are an avid knitter, then you will really appreciate having this book in your collection. You could also gift it to somebody special who loves to knit. This post does contain affiliate … Read more
If you are looking for gifts knitters will love, then you may enjoy my favourite picks when it comes to best gifts for knitters. These are affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase anything from this page, I will get a small commission at no extra cost to you the buyer. Gifts … Read more
Here is a free baby bootee knitting pattern with ankle cuffs that rollover. They are perfect for keeping your baby’s toes cozy in the winter months. This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase anything I will get a small commisssion at no extra cost to the purchaser. Free … Read more
If you are looking to teach your child to knit, then a kids knitting kit is just what you need to get him or her excited. Let’s look at the CraftLab kids knitting kit and you can decide whether you would like to go this route. If you want to do it yourself, here are … Read more
This delightful knitted pixie hat pattern has earflaps for warmth. It is knitted in a variety of bright colors and is an ideal way to use up odds and ends of wool. The cute pompoms are of course optional. This hat is knitted in one main color, but there is nothing stopping you from adding … Read more