I’ve been crocheting a blanket for Munchkin, since he’s getting big enough to need one in his crib/toddler bed this winter. (I want to keep him in the crib for as long as I can, but I’m betting he’ll be in the toddler bed before spring!) It has me thinking about crochet blankets and noticing […]
Author: Eliza
O Holy Night Hat
I’ve been knitting for over 25 years, and I still find the simplest stitches that I’ve never seen before. I came across the hurdle stitch on Pinterest (seriously, what on earth did we do before Pinterest??) and had to try it. It’s incredibly easy, alternating knit rows, purl rows, and p1, k1 rows. And the […]
Guest Interview: KT and the Squid
This month’s guest interview is with Katy from KT and the Squid. She is a crochet and knit designer, and she creates gorgeous hand-dyed yarn. Her sweater designs are some of the coziest crochet creations I’ve seen! 1. When/how did you learn to knit? In high school I ended up with one of those Learn […]
Harry Potter Knit & Crochet Patterns
In honor of Halloween I decided to do a roundup of my favorite Harry Potter patterns, both knit and crochet, since (in case you didn’t know) I’m a huge Harry Potter fan. If you, like me, can’t get enough of the wizarding world, cast on a couple of these! Crochet: What’s cozier than snuggling up […]
Newborn King Hat
This is my husband’s favorite gift hat that I’ve made this year. It’s simple but the ribs still give it a little interest. And the simple stitch pattern lets the colors in the yarn take the stage. This was the first time I’ve found this color of Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, and I really love […]
Knit Fingerless Glove Patterns
I love the look of fingerless gloves, and I love how perfect they are for keeping our hands warm in winter while knitting. (Because let’s face it—knitting in mittens is just about impossible!) Here are a few adorable fingerless glove, aka mitt, patterns to make before the weather gets cold. Lace Fingerless Gloves by Luciana […]
In Excelsis Deo Hat
This is my second finished gift hat, and I totally love it. I saw a similar stitch pattern on a washcloth on Pinterest, and I just had to use it. Theirs used slip stitches, but I kept mine to basic knit and purl. It’s really simple, but it’s so cozy and textured. It has a […]
Guest Interview: Evelyn & Peter
This is the second in our series of monthly guest interviews. I’m so excited for you to meet Rachel of Evelyn & Peter Crochet! Her designs are simple, fun, and cozy, and she has some awesome designs for summer crochet as well! And now, let’s talk about yarn! 1. When/how did you learn to crochet? […]
Herald Angels Hat
How early do you get started making Christmas gifts? Are you one of those super plan-ahead people like my friend, who started back in February? Or do you wait until November? August or September tend to be my ideal time—when school is starting and fall is arriving and winter’s approach is inevitable, that’s when it […]
5 Free Crochet Bag Patterns
I have a habit of accumulating bags. Purses, tote bags, you name it. (Not so much knitting project bags yet, although that needs to start.) Here are 5 free crochet bag patterns of all sorts for everyone else who loves bags, or who has a justifiable need for an amazing handmade tote. Because who doesn’t? […]
