By Kristen Mangus Fold over baby booties with a twist! These simple baby booties are a classic foldover design with an added pop of color and texture. The Half Latvian Braid gives them a decorative rope trim that stands out against the garter stitch background. I’ve got a loom knit version of the pattern too. …
Needle Knit Patterns & Tutorials
By Kristen Mangus Meet the textured sister of the Sisal Stitch: the Seagrass Stitch! (See full details and videos of both stitch patterns in this post.) This stitch has a natural slant to it depending if your are whether you work it to the right or left. The Seagrass Slouchy Beanie quickly knits up in …
I love learning new stitch patterns and turning them into pattern designs. I developed two stitch patterns back in 2013 for the knitting loom and decided it is high time to start using them on my needles too. The needle knit Sisal and Seagrass stitches both have a woven look with a rich texture that …
By Kristen Mangus I hope you’ve been enjoying my Sisal Stitch series of patterns. This stitch pattern is so versatile that I’ve been wanting to show off different ways to use it. like in the Sisal Cowl. This week I have the needle knit Sisal Scarf for you. This chunky textured scarf is great for …
I know it’s risky starting a giveaway on April 1st. I mean who’s going to play the fool and enter a giveaway that might just be a prank, right? Except you guys know me and know that I love to host giveaways. If you think it’s just another April Fools Day joke, wait until tomorrow. …
By Kristen Mangus I’ve been having so much fun working with new stitch patterns. I recently published a couple loom knit patterns using the Sisal Stitch. I never want to leave my needle knitters out in the cold so I converted the stitch and patterns. I’m excited to bring the needle knit Sisal Cowl pattern. …
By Kristen Mangus I know my needle knitters have been waiting for this one! I’m thrilled to tell you, your wait is over. The needle knit Quick Lace Scarf pattern is here. Just in time to celebrate Spring! Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Now you can drape yourself with diamonds and it will only …
Let’s face it, fingerless gloves are a necessity when you use your fingers for, well, everything. I’m always crafting, filming, editing or swiping on my phone and I need my fingers. I’ve got a stunning pattern by Kristin Omdahl to show you in the video tutorial below. The Fingerless Mitts pattern is from the book …
UPDATE: The giveaway is ended. Scroll down to the bottom to see if you’re a winner. (Winners were also notified by email so check your inbox.) Spring is almost here and it’s the perfect time to start thinking about lighter knits. Adding touches of lace to your knits is a great way to welcome spring. …
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 …