HOW TO – Tubular Knitting Cast On
Lisa writes in about this very clear tutorial for doing a tubular cast on (and bind off) to make your knitted ribbing go all the way to the end of your garment. It’s all in the details!
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Lion Brand – Sampler Afghan Crochet-Along
The Sampler Afghan Crochet-Along has just started at Lion Brand with crochet queen Cecily Keim at the helm. Cecily writes: For some, it’s the task of completing an entire blanket. Myself included! I often stick with smaller projects simply to better guarantee the chances I’ll finish. So I’m starting this CAL off with the vow […]
HOW TO – Make a Pinch Pouch
Sarah at The Small Object shows you how to make this adorable pinch pouch and includes links on where to buy the flexible frame. [ via Whip Up ]
Knitted Henry VIII
From the CRAFT Flickr Pool: user caffaknitted followed up her knitted Anne Boleyn doll with a knitted Henry VIII. She has an Katherine of Aragon, Jane Seymour, and Anne of Cleves as well.
HOW TO – Simple Back to School Bags
Little Birdie Secrets has instructions for making these simple cinch bags that are perfect for back to school. There is just enough time to whip some up before the new school year starts (I think!).
Double Sided Cable Scarf Pattern
Stefanie at Sweater Surgery shows you how to knit this pretty double sided cable scarf. Oh, I’m so ready for fall! Stefanie writes: I am a big fan of cables and scarves so this project combined both. But as you know generally cables don’t look so hot from the back. The way to solve this […]
ThreadHeads – Refashion a Backpack from a Suit Jacket
In this DIY Back to School special of ThreadHeads, learn how to make your own backpack refashioned from an old men’s suit jacket. Related: New! Threadbanger Janome Sewing Machines