I’ve got another really fun freebie for you today! After a couple of years in circulation, it’s time to retire my Garter Stitch Earflap Hat Pattern…..this one is just really fun. A unique spin on your everyday old earflap hat. Plus the garter stitch adds a really nice texture to it! As always, though, I
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Who doesn’t love a super cute and quick to make knit or crochet cap!? The Oliver Twist Cap is really quick and easy. Designed to sit higher up on the head, and featuring a cute little brim, it’s a “Newsboy Hat” style cap with a wonderful texture! I’m retiring the knit version of this cute
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Boys are hard! They’re hard to shop for, and they’re hard to craft for! So I always love it when I come across a cute pattern perfect for the guys. Ever since Netherlee arrived, I’ve been crafting for the little ladies {I’m sure you can imagine why!}, so this week I decided to take a
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There’s just something so sweet about a little bundle and bow hat on top of a baby’s head! Add some texture to the hat, and the cuteness factor increases that much more. I experienced the heart-melting effect these sack hats have on Mommies first-hand this week when my adorable 7 week old (where did all that
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Time and time again I’m reminded of the beauty in simplicity. Don’t get me wrong – I love a complex, gorgeous, time-consuming project as much as the next girl….but those aren’t the ones that I end up coming back to over and over again. I’m much more likely to return to a simple, sweet,
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Once a mother, always a mother, right!? We all know that mothers love hand-made gifts. So make your Mom something quick (it took me under two hours to whip these two out), cute (I love matching colors and flowers), and cheap (these cost approx. $6.00!) for Mother’s Day this year. Grab your hooks or needles
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I’m so happy to be featuring Mary Gonzales of Mary’s Knittin’ Designs for another designer showcase today! Mary just recently started writing up her designs, and she’s doing a beautiful job with it! Please head over and check out all her delectable work on her Ravelry Page. Mary has written up a gorgeous sample pattern for
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I happened to stumble upon this GORGEOUS knit scarf today, and I simply couldn’t help but share. This scarf kind of makes my heart pitter-patter, and I think it may do the same for you….especially when you see the price tag. The most awesome part, is that it’s a super simple free pattern! Patience would
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Last week I was honored to be a guest blogger over on Moogly! I wrote up an adorable design great for any baby or toddler in your life. It’s unisex, easy, and super quick to work up! The best part!? I wrote both a knit and a crochet version so you could do whatever craft
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Average Head Circumference Newborn: 13-14″ 0-3 Months: 14-15” 3-6 Months: 14-17” 6-12 Months: 16-19” 1-3 Years: 18-20” 3-10 Years: 19-20.5” Pre-teen/Teen: 20.5-22” Adult Woman: 21.5 – 22.5” Adult Man: 23-24” Crochet Version: Materials: Worsted (4) Weight Yarn and size 5.5mm (I/9) Crochet Hook Gauge: 7 sts and 8 rows = 2 inches (5
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Having the skills to make beautiful creations can be both a blessing and a curse. It’s wonderful to have the ability to make gorgeous items for those I love, but sometimes I simply want to make something for ME! Lately, as summer gets closer and the evenings get warmer, I’ve been daydreaming about beautiful, lacy
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