Learn how to block knitting with my steam blocking method—perfect for synthetics! Find more tutorials on my knitting tutorial page. When it comes to finishing a knit piece, blocking is one of those things that can take your project from “oh that’s nice” to “WOW, did you really make that?!” If you’ve been wondering how…
Looking for more summer sock knitting patterns? You’ll love these 5 lightweight and breathable designs linked below. For more sock options visit my sock patterns page. Summer sock knitting is absolutely my jam. When it’s too hot to have a sweater project draped across my lap, I turn to socks—portable, quick, and surprisingly satisfying. This…
Here are my favorite wool blend yarn picks, with free patterns for each! Find more on my free knitting pattern page linked right here. When it comes to choosing yarn, I have one golden rule: if it’s not soft, cozy, and budget-friendly, it’s not coming home with me. That’s why I’m such a fan of…
Looking for a stretchy cast on that doesn’t snap back like a rubber band? This Tillybuddy tutorial is below but be sure to check out all of my knitting tutorials over on my knitting tutorial page! If there’s one thing that can make or break the look of your ribbed cuff, it’s your cast on…
Looking for ideas on what to knit in the summer? This post is packed with warm-weather favorites from my free knitting pattern library! I don’t know about you, but when summer rolls around, I start itching to get out of the house and do a little adventuring…with my knitting bag in tow, of course. Whether…
This summer knit top pattern roundup fits right into my collection of free sweater knitting patterns, giving you lightweight, breathable options that actually work when the weather heats up. If you’ve ever struggled to find a knit top that feels comfortable in summer without sacrificing style, this post solves that by walking you through a…
Learn how to knit the MCDD Stitch Purlwise in this step-by-step tutorial. For more tutorials head over to my knitting tutorial page! If you’ve been eyeing the texture in my Chain Socks or admiring the detail in the Chain Bonnet, Chain Beanie, or the soon-to-be-released Chain Tee, you’re in for a treat. Today, I’m walking…
Looking for free baby bonnet knitting patterns in fingering weight yarn? Find them all on my bonnet knitting pattern page! There’s something about a sweet little baby bonnet that just pulls at my heartstrings—especially when it’s knit in delicate fingering weight yarn. I love the way lighter yarns drape and stretch, making for a cozy…
A free Chain Beanie knitting pattern for a faux-cable hat designed for everyday wear by the whole family in worsted weight yarn. This free Chain Beanie knitting pattern is a practical hat pattern designed for everyday wear for the whole family. The beanie is knit bottom up in the round using worsted weight yarn, creating…
These are my go-to blocking supplies for knitting—plus free patterns to try them on! See them all on my free pattern page. Let’s talk about blocking supplies for knitting. I’ll be the first to admit—when I first started knitting, I thought blocking was optional. (Spoiler: It’s not.) Whether you’re making textured sweaters, socks, or even…