How-To: One-Hour Softie With Pattern
Jodie of Ric Rac shares a tutorial and pattern for putting together one of these adorable softies in just under an hour. As she mentions, they would be a great offering for Softies for Mirabel!
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Knit Aviator Baby Hat
When my son Huck was born this spring, the Craftzine team bought him this adorable hat from the Ikeasaurus benefit auction, which was raising money for a sick baby named Ike in Austin. It made me happy to think of one baby helping another. And now Huck’s finally big enough to wear it! The hat […]
Sarah London’s Wool Eater Blanket
This Wool Eater blanket looks so very complicated, but Sarah London’s instructions make it seem easy. The colors are quite inspiring, and the texture is to die for!
Knit Your Own Team Logo Scarf
By Michelle Kempner Fall is an exciting time. The leaves are changing, the kids are back to school, and football season is starting up. Since you are starting to pull your knitting needles and yarn back out of the closet, why not use them to knit a scarf to support your favorite sports team? The […]
Mixing Fibers: Free Knit Pin Cushion Pattern
A common problem when working from the stash, is having only a small amount of each type of fiber left. How can you successfully combine cotton and wool in the same project? How can you combine acrylic with silk? Should you? Would you? Could you dare? (Yes, I totally stole that line from the Spooky […]
From Russia, with Love: Cabled Balaclava
By Nikol Lohr The balaclava, named after the town of Balaclava in Crimea (now Ukraine), was originally worn by Russian soldiers in the Crimean war. While the balaclava retains a military association, it’s also well loved by skiers and climbers for its flexibility and warmth. A sort of sock for your head, the balaclava is […]
Crochet-Along: Show and Tell + Giveaway Results!
It’s been such a fun experience doing this Crochet-Along with you all! We’ve had some great participants who have made some incredible dolls. If you want to start now check out the lessons here. Giveaway Results! The Winner of 1 signed copy of Tiny Yarn Animals by Tamie Snow: Flickr user : SugarCoatedCreations The Winner […]