This knitting cast on is similar to the widely-used long tail cast on, but includes an extra twist that provides added yarn to each stitch of the cast on, resulting in a stretchier cast on edge. This cast on is great for socks, mittens and sweater sleeves – really any edge you would want a little stretch for!
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Since you might be recovering from last night’s festivities this morning, I’ll keep it brief here and leave you with the inspiration below and wishes for a happy new year!
Start the new year with the Funkasonic Knit Along! (+ giveaway!)
Why yes, you’re seeing that correctly! That’s TWO new, coordinating patterns from yours truly. I’m kicking off the new year with two patterns I’ve dubbed Funkasonic for their mesmerizing use of stripes! While they’re officially being released in my pattern shop on Friday, January 15, I’ve teamed up with PostStitch and Ewe Ewe Yarns to bring you a super special knit along with these two totally funky patterns this January.
Top Posts of 2015
It’s hard to believe 2015 is nearly behind us, isn’t it? I love looking back at stats to see what did well each year. It’s fascinating to see what types of patterns, tutorials and projects people visited and liked the most. Perhaps even more fascinating is seeing just how much purple and grey I manage to use in my yarn crafting!
12 Ornaments of Christmas Roundup
I can’t believe it’s Christmas Eve, guys! That means it’s time to put the 12 ornaments of Christmas series to bed for the year. Designing, photographing and sharing these 12 yarn craft ornament ideas has been really fun and even a little challenging in the best way. I’ll definitely have to do another ornament series next year.
Crochet Milk & Cookies Ornaments – 12 Ornaments of Christmas
Santa’s visit wouldn’t be complete without milk and cookies! Crochet a quick cup of milk to match the cookie ornament in this series. The two of them add the sweetest touch to any tree.
Yarn Scrap Wreath & Angel – 12 Ornaments of Christmas
This funky wreath and adorable tassel angel are super fun to make, and they’re both great ways to make use of scrap yarn.
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