Patons Alpaca Blend Giveaway! It’s the busiest time of year for crafters. We’ve got lists of projects to knit and crochet, skeins of yarn in every color (except the one we need, of course!), and more patterns pinned that we could make in the next decade let alone by the end of year. And we …
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Peppermint Jar Hug | Yarnspirations I love designing patterns. There’s nothing like the sense of accomplishment I get when I come up with an idea and am able to see that idea represented in yarn. The Peppermint Jar Hug started as a brief thought this past summer. In July I went to Toronto and met …
Christmas Mug Hugs and More! You do know that Christmas is only 68 days away, don’t you? It’s time to stock up on yarn and get those needles, looms and hooks busy. I am always looking for new gift ideas and this year is no different. Like you, I prefer to add that handmade touch. …
Family Mittens | Yarnspirations It’s all apples, pumpkins and crisp, colorful leaves right now. I love a good pumpkin spiced latte and Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday so I know what I’m talking about. Fall doesn’t get any better! It actually gets worse. It gets worse because it has to end. As much as I …
Bernat Blanket Stitch Along Giveaway! What would make the Bernat Blanket Stitch Along even more fun? Bonus yarn, that’s what! Enter the Bernat Blanket Stitch Along Giveaway to win a prize pack of squishy Bernat Blanket yarn. This giveaway is sponsored by Yarnspirations. Now on to the fun stuff! Prizes: Three (3) Bernat Blanket Yarn …
Brioche Accent Knit Cowl | Yarnspirations Thrills then terror! When you see the Brioche Accent Knit Cowl for the first time you typically have this reaction. You’re thrilled by the texture and mesmerized by the depth of the stitches. Your first thought is… “HOW is it possible? I must learn brioche knitting!” Then your good …
Step It Up Knit Shawl | Boomerang Shawl Classic tunes, classic movies, classic cars. You just can’t beat the classics! Let’s welcome the Step It Up Knit Shawl as one of the new classics. We all love the boomerang shape of a knit shawl; tapered ends, gently curved in the middle. It looks great on …
Box Stitch Knit Hat | Yarnspirations Bold colors and rich texture give the Box Stitch Knit Hat wide appeal. Knit using Bernat Beyond Super Bulky Yarn this pattern works up in no time at all. The added nylon in the yarn makes Bernat Beyond live up to its name. I’d call it beyond squishy, beyond …
F/W Fashion Lookbook | Yarnspirations Cool winds are starting to blow and we all know what that means. It’s time to break out the yarn and add some new wearable knits to your wardrobe. The F/W Fashion Lookbook from Yarnspirations is filled with gorgeous knit and crochet patterns. From cozy cowls to textured sweaters you’ll …
Easy-Going Knit Hat | Yarnspirations Bam! September 1st and right out of the gate I am flashing a bulky knit hat at you. Summer is over, the kids are back in school, and I am looking at months of yarny antics ahead. I am so glad you’re right here to enjoy it with me. [insert …