Kristen Mangus

Kristen is a multi-talented entrepreneur with a heart as big as Texas. She is the owner of GoodKnit Kisses whose mission is to inspire, encourage and empower people through education and design. She’s built a large and loyal online community of followers by sharing her personal passion for loom knitting, needle knitting, crochet and all things creative through YouTube tutorials, Facebook live broadcasts, blogs and pattern design. Her vision is to leave an inspired crafting world for future generations that continues to teach and reach others. She and her husband, John, have three amazing kids.

Inside: Loom knit easy lace headband pattern with free tutorial video I’ve got girls. Girls have hair. Lots and lots of shiny, thick hair. If I had a nickel for every time I said, “Get your hair out of your face. I want to see that smile!” … What’s a mom to do? Sometimes in …

INSIDE: Feather Lace stitch pattern instructions for loom knitters with free baby blanket pattern and video tutorial. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I get tired of the same ol’ stitch patterns. Stockinette is like your favorite gray sweatpants. Easy going, comfortable and as interesting as milk. We all need it, but it’s not …

We’ve all been there. You just found the perfect pattern. So you grab your yarn and favorite hook, set up the snacks and settle in for an evening of binge-watching on Netflix. Then you get wrapped up in the plot and can’t follow the pattern. Or you try to stick to the pattern and keep …

By Kristen Mangus There are few things in life more joyful than a baby’s laugh. Those unhindered, high-pitched squeals and giggles can brighten your day like nothing else. I want to help you share that joy with my new needle knitting pattern: the easy knit Rattle Ball Baby Toy. I have the honor of being …

by Kristen Mangus There are few things in life more joyful than a baby’s laugh. Those unhindered, high-pitched squeals and giggles can brighten your day like nothing else. I want to help you share that joy with my new needle knitting pattern: the easy knit Rattle Ball Baby Toy. I have the honor of being …

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. …

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. Hey, needle knitters! You can keep your baby’s toes cozy …

Have you ever tried to loom knit socks and been disappointed because they just didn’t fit right? It’s frustrating to put so much time into those little stitches and then end up with socks that you hate to wear. Let me show you how to customize a pattern so you can finally make loom knit …

By Kristen Mangus I am so busy! You guys are there, too. I know you are. With Spring’s arrival the school year is winding down and activities are ramping up. I need to stay organized so I keep my planner nearby. Since I’m often running (literally) out the door to make it to the next …

We’ve all done it! I know exactly how it feels to scour Google, YouTube and Pinterest for … just the right pattern. Then that moment of excitement when you see the picture of the perfect pattern. Success!! You click the link in anticipation to snatch the free pattern or start the video tutorial rolling. Then …