My little crawler/cruiser needed some shorties for the spring (I have faith it will come one day). The colorway is perfect for a little one who will be getting dirty as she explores her world. I also wanted to see how a lace edging would work out on her shorties. The lace would be...
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UPDATE: I have enough test knitters now. Thanks for the Comments, emails, and forum posts.
I’m looking for a few good test knitters for my Balloon Buddies knitting pattern. They measure from 4″ to 5″ tall and are quick and easy to work up. Instructions are included for both flat knitting and knitting in the...
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This is an easy to memorize crochet stitch pattern that gives a pretty dishcloth/washcloth.
Measurements: 8 1.2″ x 6 3/4″
Yarn: worsted weight cotton
Hook: H
Gauge: Not really important, my gauge was 2 st repeats per inch
Instructions
Loosely chain 32 (I like to use an I hook for the foundation chain to ensure the cloth lays flat)
Row 1:...
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I have revised and reworked my Dishcloth #2 pattern. I must not have been feeling very creative the day I named it!
I hope you enjoy this new version. The crochet edging is optional. In my picture at left, the tan cloth has the edging and the white with pink cloth does not.
Skill Level: Beginner
Needles:...
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When I was pregnant with my fifth child I thought I would try out a wool sleep sack. I had not known about them until then (shocking I know). The result was the beautiful sleep sack you see in the picture.
I have posted the pattern as a free pattern on the Butt Knits website....
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Random acts of kindness pattern giveaway today!
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My daughter has been rapidly outgrowing her warm winter pajamas. She’s left with her sleeveless summer nightgowns. Which just won’t do in winter. As much as I’d like to sew up some new pajamas or flannel gowns for her, my time is pretty tight right now.
The answer came from knitting inspiration. I had been...
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*This post taken from my old blog. Original writing July 2008.
You know that really ugly tie you wish your main man didn’t have? Well here’s an excellent way to put it to good use while ensuring that he will not be wearing it ever again.
OK, seriously, you can use any tie. Even a...
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*This post taken from my old blog. Original writing April 2009.
I have long loved this stitch pattern and thought it would make a cute dishcloth. The larger cloth, measuring 10″ x 7″, I use for a dishcloth. The smaller cloth, measuring 9″ x 6.5″, I added a shell edging to and will use...
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Free tutorial on making your own nursing pads.
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