Knit & Crochet Teacher, Designer, Editor
Stuff a stocking with tools and notions for a fiber artist in your life. They’ll love you for it, and you may even get a handmade gift in return! Here are some suggestions for stocking stuffers for knitters and crocheters. Scroll over the image for more information, or click the links to learn more. This …
Continue reading “Stocking Stuffers for Knitters and Crocheters”
Sometimes you need just a small amount of yarn for a project, and it would be uncomfortable to use a full ball of yarn. That’s when you need a yarn butterfly! Here’s how to wind a yarn butterfly. It’s quick and easy. A yarn butterfly is simply a “re-packaging” of yarn into a small butterfly-shaped …
Looking for a non-yarn gift for your favorite knitter or crocheter? Find gifts your favorite crafter will love in this round-up of fiberarts-related holiday gifts. If you are the crafter, bookmark this page and forward it to your family and friends as a not-so-subtle hint. This post contains affiliate links, which may provide a small …
This easy two-toned knit pillow uses the simplest of stitches to create a modern geometric design. Gauge isn’t crucial, because you just knit until the size is right. Instructions for the pattern are listed for free below, but if you’d like an easy-to-print and easy-to-carry ad-free version, buy the pdf. This post may contain affiliate …
Continue reading “Free Knitting Pattern: Easy Two-Toned Pillow”
Don’t wait! Now is the time to start your Holiday crafting! Take a look at these books – some new, some older – for great ideas for your holiday-themed projects. Whether you are a crocheter, a knitter, or a general DIY crafter, these books have you covered. And if start now but don’t get to …
Knitting may seem like a low-tech craft, but modern technology can help us enjoy it more. The knitCompanion app adds functionality to pdf patterns that the printed page can’t match. I was given an app subscription in exchange for my review, but all opinions here are my own. This post may contain affiliate links. What …