Learn one simple trick to knit neat linen stitch edges. Take your knitting to the next level with this easy video tutorial that helps SO MUCH when knitting socks, scarves and cowls.
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Jogless Stripes & Linen Stitch / Funkasonic KAL
Today’s Funkasonic knit along post is about the details. There are little details written into both Funkasonic patterns to help add some visual texture and strength to the finished pattern or help hide where the round begins.
How to Knit Two Color Brioche Rib in the Round / Funkasonic KAL
It’s a bit of a mouthful, but this is my favorite method for knitting vertical stripes. Kick off the Funkasonic Knit Along officially with this great video tutorial.
Old Norwegian Sock Cast On
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!
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.
