Inside: Learn how to crochet a Decorative Accent Basket with my free pattern and easy to follow video tutorial. It all started with a yarn box subscription. Subscriptions are a great way to get exposed to new yarn types. In my Yarn Yay box earlier in the year I got two skeins of Tshirt …
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by Kristen Mangus Nothing wrong with going back to basics from time to time. My Basic Knit Cup Cozy is a one piece cozy that slides onto a cup with ease. That means no fiddling with buttons while you’re trying not to spill your drink in the car. It fits a standard take-out cup for …
Santa Mug Hug | Yarnspirations You don’t want to end up on the naughty list, do you? Let’s keep Santa extra jolly this year with a Bernat Knit Santa Mug Hug from my sponsor, Yarnspirations. I designed this fun, whimsical cup cozie to slide onto your mug so it’s great for an on-the-go treat whether …
Loom Knit Santa Mug Hug You don’t want to end up on the naughty list, do you? Let’s keep Santa extra jolly this year with a Loom Knit Santa Mug Hug. I designed this fun, whimsical cup cozie to slide onto your mug so it’s great for an on-the-go treat whether you’re just out shopping …
Loom Knit Peppermint Mug Hug and Jar Hug Gift Set By Kristen Mangus There’s something comforting and refreshing about the red and white stripes of a peppermint or candy cane. Those stripes make you feel that Christmas is right around the corner. I know, I know… it’s still 2 months away, but you need to …
Loom Knit Zig Zag Mug Hug and Jar Hug Gift Set By Kristen Mangus How many times have you said, “I wonder how she came up with such a beautiful stitch pattern?” I’m about to reveal a design secret… It was an accident. A mistake really. When you’re knitting away late at night sometimes you …
Peppermint Jar Hug | Yarnspirations I love designing patterns. There’s nothing like the sense of accomplishment I get when I come up with an idea and am able to see that idea represented in yarn. The Peppermint Jar Hug started as a brief thought this past summer. In July I went to Toronto and met …
Christmas Mug Hugs and More! You do know that Christmas is only 68 days away, don’t you? It’s time to stock up on yarn and get those needles, looms and hooks busy. I am always looking for new gift ideas and this year is no different. Like you, I prefer to add that handmade touch. …