by Kristen Mangus Wrap up with the cozy Fair Isle Loom Knit Cowl! Created to match the Family Fair Isle Hats this cowl uses the same techniques to make this simple two color stitch pattern. The Fair Isle stitch pattern is bordered with ribbing on both the top and bottom to keep you cozy on …
by Kristen Mangus Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Now you can drape yourself with diamonds and it will only cost you one skein of yarn. This beautiful scarf is embellished with a trellis of lace diamonds. The seed stitch border grounds the lacy stockinette diamonds giving you a scarf that’s both cozy and delicate. …
I love lace knitting. There’s something truly satisfying about seeing the pattern form row by row. You may think that knitting lace is a skill just for advanced knitters, but it’s not. Even a beginner knitter that understands knits and purls can create lace. This two-part video class teaches you how to knit lace. Be …
By Kristen Mangus Brrrr! Temps are dropping and now is the perfect time to cuddle up with a new project. My Family Fair Isle Hats pattern is a great way to break into the wonderful world of Fair Isle knitting on your loom. Get the matching cowl here: Loom Knit Fair Isle Cowl Or if …
Did you make a resolution to learn a new craft this year? I’ve gone back to my childhood and relearned an old favorite: stitching on plastic canvas. My kids have joined me on this journey and we all had a part in making this project. Plastic canvas basic stitches are easy to master (even for …
“Why are my stitches twisted this time when I’m sure I did the same stitch pattern? How can I make a less dense double knit panel?” If you’ve ever done any double knitting on your loom, you already know that a few changes in how you wrap can result in drastically different fabric. It’s time …
I’m excited to show you three amazing craft kits from Mary Maxim. Each kit is for a different craft so there’s something for everyone today. But don’t work they all include yarn, because our love of yarn crafts is what draws us together. Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page to …
This Woven Boho Bag puts the fun in functional! Woven triangles are seamed together to create this colorful bag. Use a large loom to make a great market tote or a small loom for a purse-sized bag. If you haven’t tried weaving on a triangle loom yet, I think you’ll be surprised how easy it …
by Kristen Mangus Temperatures are starting to drop, but I’m not worried. I’m warm and cozy with my Garter Stitch Cowl around my neck. Loom knit with bulky blanket yarn this project knits up quickly. This easy loom knit pattern is worked in garter stitch so you only need to know two stitches: knit and …
You guys know that I’m a crafter and I LOVE my crafts. Whether I’m working on a new project to film a tutorial or crocheting a baby blanket to give to charity or a braiding a quick friendship bracelet with one of my kids I’ve always got a craft going. (Or a dozen… or possibly …