Casting on in the round requires a crochet hook and a pair of needles. It will be used to cast on stitches for a hat starting with the...
Ten knitting gift ideas for Christmas
It's almost Christmas! Yes, I know, it's only the end of October... but as a good knitter, it's time to think about knitted Christmas gifts, right?
Three brioche stitch patterns for beginners
A few days ago, I released a new pattern in collaboration with Les Laines Biscotte: Highlands Sunset. A pattern alternating garter stitch, lace stitch, and lace brioche stitch. More...
How to care for your woolens?
We've been approaching autumn and its chilly weather for a few days now. And if you're like me, one of your favorite things to do is wrap yourself in a sweater...
What is a Knitting KAL?
If you've recently joined the knitting community, you've probably discovered the concept of KAL and even MKAL! I admit that when I first started knitting on...
How to cast off stitches loosely?
Sometimes in a pattern, we are asked to cast off stitches loosely. For example, to cast off stitches on a ribbed sock hem starting at the toe (for …
Three Shawl Patterns for Beginners and Advanced Knitters
Are you a beginner at knitting and desperately wanting to knit those shawls you see popping up on Ravelry or elsewhere? Here are three of my patterns to get you started...
Fawkes, a mohair shawl in garter stitch and lace
Fawkes is a mohair and merino shawl. You'll need three skeins to knit this extra-large shawl, perfect for wrapping around your shoulders when the weather gets a bit chilly. The …
How to make decorative tassels
Want to embellish or add a little something extra to a shawl, bag, or scarf? Here's a tutorial on how to make tassels with knitting yarn. How to...
Lori's Twisty Bind Off Ribs
This cast-off is probably one of the most flexible cast-offs I know for binding off ribbing. It is perfect for casting off sock stitches starting with the...
Understanding the construction of a set-in-sleeves sweater
In many of my patterns, I use set-in-sleeves or set-in sleeves to knit top down. Over time, I have improved…
How to cast on stitches while knitting?
Sometimes in a pattern, we are asked to cast on stitches while knitting. For example, to create a staircase at the edge of a shawl (like Martina's Hitchhiker...
