The Arizona Afghan is a single panel blanket inspired by iconic woven blankets of the American Southwest. The bold, graphic design of this throw is accomplished through a combination of linen stitch, stranded colorwork, slipped stitches and a dash of intarsia. Get the pattern in I Like Knitting magazine, October 2017.
afghan
Picks of the Week
It’s still warm enough to take yarn projects outdoors this week. Why not pair the weather with a nice fall yarn project?
Things to Crochet
Crochet has so much to offer crafters! Some of the best patterns released this month run the gamut from cute to elegant as heck.
Picks of the Week
Fall knitting season is in full swing online this week! These finds will help you get your fall making on with fun back to school ideas, technique tutorials, free throw patterns, and even a pumpkin or two.
Picks of the Week
Man, tassels were totally trending this week in the blog world. I found a range of tassel DIY ideas to share with you guys, including home décor items and accessories. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – this is such an inspiring time of year to rethink your approach to yarn crafting! And isn’t it fun to try something new?
Weekly Reader
The weekend’s coming early to Hands Occupied this week – I’ve gotta get to the church on time. Literally! I’m off to be a bridesmaid in my sister-in-law’s wedding. My outfit is ready and my bags are packed, so now it’s time to take a break and enjoy some knitting inspiration before my plane takes off for wedding land.
A Hard Knit Life
On reaching a new level of knitting skills, finishing my first pair of socks, and learning to knit left-handed.
