This baby bonnet knitting pattern combines stripes of garter stitch and 1×1 ribbing in a lightweight design, and it’s the newest addition to my collection of free bonnet knitting patterns. Sometimes you want a little texture without pulling out a cable needle or keeping track of lace. The Peace Bonnet gets its detail from familiar…
These feminine knitting patterns bring together lace, flowers, and soft textures from my collection of free knitting patterns. If you love handmade pieces with pretty details but still want something you can wear on an ordinary day, this roundup is for you! I’ve included headbands, cowls, a scarf, socks, and sweaters, so you can choose…
These small knitting projects for beginners are a fun way to explore my free knitting patterns while practicing the basics and making something useful. When you are learning to knit, a huge project can feel like a lot to take on. A dishcloth, earwarmer, or little bonnet gives you a more manageable place to start!…
Learning how to knit seed stitch is a fun way to turn basic knits and purls into a beautifully textured fabric. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the repeat, show you how to keep your stitches lined up, and help you spot the little mistakes that can change the pattern. You’ll find more ways…
This seed stitch dishcloth knitting pattern is a simple, textured addition to my Free Dishcloth Knitting Patterns collection, with seed stitch edges and bands of texture throughout. If you want to practice alternating knits and purls while making something you can actually use, the Roman Dishcloth is a lovely place to start. The seed stitch…
These free textured hat knitting patterns bring together moss stitch, broken rib, basketweave, bobbles, and other stitch patterns from my collection of free hat knitting patterns. If you want a hat with a little more detail than plain stockinette, there are plenty of options here! My new Roman Beanie leads the lineup with bands of…
This Valley Yarns Hampden review shares my experience knitting the Roman Beanie with a super-soft yarn that made its moss stitch stripes stand out beautifully. If you love browsing my free hat knitting patterns but wonder which yarn to choose for a textured design, this is one worth considering. A yarn can feel lovely in…
If you’re looking for a seed stitch hat knitting pattern with plenty of texture but a simple, classic look, the Roman Beanie is a fun one to add to your needles. This free worsted-weight hat pattern features bands of moss stitch that continue from the body of the hat all the way through the crown…
If you love projects that come off the needles fairly quickly but still have a purpose when you’re finished, these small knitting projects are a great place to start. I pulled together some of my favorite practical patterns for everyday life, including little bags, dishcloths, headbands, mitts, mittens, and hats. These are the kinds of…
If you’re looking for the best yarn for knitted bags, you want something that can stand up to regular use while still giving you the look and feel you want from the finished bag. Bags get filled, carried, rubbed against clothing, tossed in the car, and used a lot harder than most knitted projects. Whether…