Three ways to add stitches in the middle of a row In this post, I’ve compared three ways to add more stitches to a row in the middle of a project. This can be done at the start, the end, or in the middle of a row. Whether a cast on method is used to … Read more
Knitting how to: Pinhole cast on with a crochet hook Pinhole cast on is a good way to start knitting from the center, for example, for hats, toe-up socks, circles, and squares. I really wanted to use this cast on, but I thought it was hard to do. But that was before I learned to … Read more
15 christmas homedecor items to knit and crochet Top Down Christmas Stockings Can you believe these lovely stockings are all knit after the same pattern?! With 24 colorwork charts to choose from and all the beautiful colors of yarn available, just think of the possibilities! You could create a unique stocking that reflects their personality … Read more
How to do the Chinese waitress cast on with a crochet hook The Chinese Waitress cast on is a little more complicated and time consuming than some other cast on methods. And honestly, it took me a while to figure this one out. But don’t let that scare you off! Why? Because the Chinese waitress … Read more
The knitted cast on: easy and versatile If you could only learn one cast on the knitted cast on would be a good choice! I like that the knitted cast on is a versatile one. It works great for starting a new project as well as for adding more stitches in the middle of a … Read more
10 Adorable Baby Blanket Knitting Kits! Think about knitting a baby blanket? Not sure where to start? Then this post is for you! I have gathered a bunch of different baby blankets to knit. What do they all have in common? They all look stunning All are knitting kits What’s a knitting kit? When you … Read more
Add new stitches with the Backwards loop cast on The backwards loop cast on works both for casting on for a new project and for adding new stitches in the middle of an project. The most prominent features of this cast on is that it’s easy to do and very loose and floppy. The looseness … Read more
Things new knitters don’t do (that maybe they should) I have noticed a few things that experienced knitters do, but new knitters may not have learned yet. These are 5 easy ways to improve your knitting! Using your swatch for more than measuring gauge Getting to know your yarn and fibers properly Knitting on multiple … Read more
Baby matinee jackets and cardigans You could never have too many patterns for baby matinee jackets and cardigans. They look adorable, are fun to make, and much appreciated gifts for new babies. In this post, I have gathered a bunch of both knitting and crochet patterns for baby jackets, coats and cardigans. Let’s get stitching! … Read more
How to pick up a dropped stitch Have you discovered a long tear in your knitting? Like a yarn ladder? Then you have dropped a stitch. Dropped stitches are unfortunate but they do happen now and then. I guess you may have lost one recently as you’re here reading this post 
