There are a lot of great simple knit and purl stitches you can use in your knitting projects to add a little more interest, as with this Harris Tweed scarf knitting pattern. Harris tweed is a handwoven Scottish cloth, and the Harris Tweed knitting pattern gives you a similar look with knitting. This scarf is […]
Knitting Machine Vest Pattern
I can’t decide if this is a knitting machine vest or if it should have a different name, but whatever it is, it’s a fun and easy layer for fall and spring that you can make in panel mode on your circular knitting machine. The body is made out of two panels that are sewn […]
Fisherman’s Rib Hat Knitting Pattern
Fisherman’s rib is one of my favorite knitting stitches, and you can try it out for yourself with this fisherman’s rib hat knitting pattern. Fisherman’s rib has a ton of texture and loft, and looks like brioche knitting but I think it’s a lot easier. The fabric is warm and soft and it makes a […]
Finger Knit Basket Pattern
This finger knit basket pattern is easy to make with whatever yarn you have handy and in whatever size you like. Finger knitting is a fun, easy and fast way to make a long strand of knit fabric, and with a little coiling and sewing it’s easy to make into different shapes like this finger […]
Dropped Stitch Scarf Knitting Pattern
A reader recently asked on my circular knitting machine dropped stitch scarf knitting pattern if I had a version for regular knitting. I didn’t, but I figured it could be done with needles just as well as the machine. I tried it out and this is the result. I used a bamboo yarn, making this […]
Circular Knitting Machine Coffee Cup Cozy Pattern
As I work more with a circular knitting machine I’ll often wonder “can I make that with a machine?” Which is how this circular knitting machine coffee cup cozy pattern was born. I’m a big fan of making coffee cup cozies even though I don’t use them that often (most of my coffee is consumed […]
Felted Bag Knitting Pattern
I feel like one knitting technique that’s ripe for a comeback is felting, so let’s give it a try with this felted bag knitting pattern! My very first book was about felting knitting, and it’s such a fun way to change the look and characteristics of your knitting projects. You might think of it as […]