Taking proper care of your hand-knitted items ensures they last for years. Today,I’m sharing my best tips for keeping your handmade treasures in excellent shape. Be sure to check out the Sweater Pattern page for some beautiful free sweaters to practice on. Washing Your Knitted Items Handwashing TipsWhen it comes to how to take care…
As the holiday season approaches, I know the excitement of planning out thoughtful handmade gifts. For many of us knitters, the challenge lies in creating items that our loved ones will not only adore but also cherish for years to come—rather than seeing them end up at Goodwill! Knitting Christmas gifts is a beautiful way…
For years, I followed the Craft Yarn Council (CYC) measurements when designing my knitting patterns for women’s sweaters and dresses. The CYC’s standardized measurements are popular among many designers, and they’re familiar territory for knitters. But after some time, I realized they were simply not giving the fit I wanted for my patterns. I kept…
Stitch markers are one of the most versatile and useful tools in a knitter’s toolkit. Over the years, I’ve found that they are indispensable when it comes to keeping track of pattern repeats, increases, decreases, and more. In this blog post, I’ll share how I use stitch markers to make my knitting projects smoother and…
If you’ve ever found yourself puzzled over yarn labels, you’re not alone. One of the trickiest parts of knitting is figuring out the differences between UK versus US yarn weights terms. Whether you’re browsing patterns or purchasing yarn, understanding these differences can save you a lot of confusion and ensure your projects turn out just…
As a seasoned knitter, one of the most important lessons I’ve learned over the years is the critical role that gauge and tension play in achieving successful knitting projects. When I first started knitting, I often skipped over the gauge section of patterns, eager to dive straight into the fun part—the knitting itself. However, after…