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.

by Kristen Mangus Temperatures are starting to drop, but I’m not worried. I’m warm and cozy with my Garter Stitch Cowl around my neck. Loom knit with bulky blanket yarn this project knits up quickly. This easy loom knit pattern is worked in garter stitch so you only need to know two stitches: knit and …

You guys know that I’m a crafter and I LOVE my crafts. Whether I’m working on a new project to film a tutorial or crocheting a baby blanket to give to charity or a braiding a quick friendship bracelet with one of my kids I’ve always got a craft going. (Or a dozen… or possibly …

Yarn Project Organizer & Workbook: Tear-out project pages for knitters and crocheters The Yarn Project Organizer & Workbook is a simple, yet comprehensive approach to organizing your knitting and crochet projects and inventory. This book includes 130 tear-out worksheets for knitters, loom knitters and crocheters. It includes project planning sheets with pattern, yarn and tool information …

By Kristen Mangus Do you feel like you have deja vu? Don’t worry, this cup cozy is supposed to look familiar and you have seen it before! Last week I published the needle knit version. I always like to release both a needle knit and loom knit version of a pattern whenever I can. I …

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 …

Finger knitting is a handy way to make a simple project on the go with no needles or tools. With the introduction of loop yarn earlier this year finger knit projects changed from simple to spectacular. Thanks to Michaels and their Loops yarn you can even make a finger knit chevron blanket! Scroll down to …

By Kristen Mangus Thanks to KB Looms for for sponsoring this pattern and tutorial. I also want to thank them for providing the fantastic set of Premium Chunky Round Looms used for this pattern design, but also the extra sets that I was able to give away during the Facebook Live unboxing. My latest pattern …

STEP IT UP LOOM KNIT SHAWL By Kristen Mangus The Step It Up Loom Knit Shawl is a beautiful crescent shape that drapes easily around the neck. The long, sawtooth edge is an eye-catching design feature that you’ll love. The striping? Don’t worry the yarn takes care of that for you. Using Caron Cakes, long-color …

Loom Knit Ribbon Mug Cozy – Pattern Conversion Support your favorite cause with a mug cozy in your favorite ribbon color. This pattern is Inspired by the needle knit mug cozy in Knitting for a Cure by Kay Meadors and published by Leisure Arts. This pattern book has 18 designs to offer support and encouragement. …

Show Your Support with a Ribbon Mug Cozy! For many October is all about the orange, but I’m going throw a splash pink into your fall. It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month! In honor of those that have fallen, those still fighting the battle and those that have beaten this terrible disease I’ve got a knit …