How to Become a Knitter: A Beginner’s Guide

How to Become a Knitter: A Beginner’s Guide

Knitting is more than just a hobby—it’s a creative, meditative, and deeply satisfying craft that connects you to centuries of tradition. Whether you’re dreaming of cozy handmade sweaters, unique gifts for loved ones, or simply need a relaxing activity to unwind after a long day, 

Free Knitting & Crochet Patterns for Easy Holiday Gifts

Free Knitting & Crochet Patterns for Easy Holiday Gifts

The following are notes from the Your Knitting Companion Podcast Episode #15 titled, K3tog Twice Does Equal 4 And Other Reasons Knitting Makes Me Happy! The holidays are coming fast, but there’s still time to make something handmade for your loved one. These free knitting 

Free Knitting Pattern: The Gamboge Shrug

Free Knitting Pattern: The Gamboge Shrug

I’m so happy to share my newest pattern, the Gamboge Shrug! The Gamboge Shrug is worked in a DK/light worsted yarn and features a cozy folded over collar and a relaxed fit.  The clean lines of stockinette stitch create a smooth fabric that drapes effortlessly 

Free Hat Knitting Pattern

Free Hat Knitting Pattern

Middlemist Hat Pattern – The No Cabling Cabled Hat Middlemist is my second of free patterns that I am so happy to offer. This is a quick and easy knit- perfect for gift giving. Although the hat appears to be cabled, it is not. If 

Pattern Ideas For Fall Knitting

Pattern Ideas For Fall Knitting

It’s that happy time of year again- time to dream and plan for fall knits.  Here are just a few ideas to hopefully inspire you and spark your creativity.  As always when I do a post like this, I try to find patterns that have 

How To Read Your Knitting & On Breaking Rules

How To Read Your Knitting & On Breaking Rules

When it comes to knitting, it’s easy to get caught up in the “rules”; the rules of how to construct a garment; the rules of what colors go with what colors; the rules of what fiber to use; so many rules!  And sometimes, those rules 

NEW PATTERNS FOR SUMMER KNITS

NEW PATTERNS FOR SUMMER KNITS

Check out some brand new patterns for summer knits!

How To Design and Knit Your Own Asymmetrical Shawl

How To Design and Knit Your Own Asymmetrical Shawl

Learn how to design and knit your own asymmetrical shawl with these easy to follow tips and patterns.

Embracing the Breezy Beauty of Summer Yarns: A Guide to Linen, Cotton, and Bamboo

Embracing the Breezy Beauty of Summer Yarns: A Guide to Linen, Cotton, and Bamboo

By: Pearl & Clover Yarn Co With  the days lengthening and the temperatures rising,  as knitters and crocheters, it’s time to  turn our attention to lighter fibers that can keep us cool and comfortable during the warm summer months. Enter linen, cotton, and bamboo yarns 

HOW TO FIX A TOO WIDE NECKLINE

HOW TO FIX A TOO WIDE NECKLINE

How To Fix A Wide Neckline Have you ever encountered the challenge of completing a hand-knit garment, only to realize the neckline is excessively large? Alternatively, you may have worn a cherished hand-knit repeatedly, only to discover that the neck has stretched and fails to