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.

Loom Knit Easy Life Placemat Needle Knit Pattern Conversion Easy Life! It’s what we all want. Okay, so I can’t guarantee that your life will be easy if you knit these placemats, but I can guarantee that you will look long and hard to find a pattern as simple and stylish as this one. Perfect …

Outdoor Living Lookbook | Yarnspirations Sunshine, good friends and grilling! I’m so excited for some outdoor time and the new Outdoor Living Lookbook is all about dressing up the patio. Comfy seating, inviting table settings and sassy decorations make the new pattern collection perfect as we gear up for some summer fun. Whether you want …

One of my biggest requests has been how to loom knit the chevron stitch. Wait no longer! Learn how to knit the Bernat Ripple and Ridge Knit Blanket from Yarnspirations featuring Bernat Beyond yarn! (See the needle knit version of the afghan HERE.) This blog &video tutorial are sponsored by Yarnspirations and contain affiliate links …

Bernat Pop! Knit Triangle Shawl | Yarnspirations It’s all about the Pop! Bernat Pop, that is. The Bernat Pop! Knit Triangle Shawl from Yarnspirations is perfect for showing off the bold colors and striping of this unique yarn. The long color changes give this shawl wide bands of color with no pesky ends to weave …

Spring Refresh Lookbook | Yarnspirations Spring is finally here and it’s time to freshen things up around your home. The Spring Refresh Lookbook from Yarnspirations is full of patterns to renew and revive your decor. From dishcloths and potholders to baskets and bags this pattern collection puts the fun in functionality with clever designs and bright …

Loom Knit Samplers Book | Giveaway! Kathy Norris has done it again! The Loom Knit Samplers book from Leisure Arts teaches you how to create a beautiful afghan in your favorite stitch patterns. Kathy walks you through the planning stages as you choose your stitch patterns, afghan size and layout. This book allows you to …

Head in the Clouds Pillow Loom Knit “Get your head out of the clouds!” That’s something you’ll never hear from me especially when it comes to converting a wonderful needle knit pattern to the loom. If you’ve been dreaming about trying the Head in the Clouds Knit Pillow loom knit version I’m ready to make …

Head in the Clouds Knit Pillow What’s more iconic that a baby sleeping on a cloud? The Head in the Clouds Knit Pillow is beyond soft and cuddly. Imagine this as a photo prop with a chubby newborn gently cradled for her first welcome-to-the-world pictures. Now picture her as a toddler lounging back on it …

Flower Loom Crochet Book Giveaway from Annie’s You all know how much I love looming and crochet! The Flower Loom Crochet book combines two of my favorite yarn crafts into one. I teamed up with my friend Elizabeth Ham to created these beautiful patterns, and we are pleased to bring them to you. The book is …

Modern Nursery Lookbook Little people and BIG style are the focus of the Modern Nursery Lookbook from Yarnspirations. No basic pink and blue here! These 8 new patterns combine classic baby styles with an updated twist. Soft neutrals and bold contrasts are the colors of the day. I want to try them all! The pastel …