Mattress stitch is a common way to finish seams on knitting projects. It gives the project a relatively seamless look on the front side and doesn’t leave a super bulky seam on the inside of your project. What is Mattress Stitch? Mattress stitch is a sewing technique whereby you join two pieces of knitting so […]
Fuzzy Heart Pillow Knitting Pattern
This fuzzy heart pillow knitting pattern is fun to knit and a great gift idea for kids, from babies to teens. My daughter loves this fuzzy fabric and has a sweater made from the same yarn. This is part of the amazing Christmas in July Make Along, which you can read more about at the […]
Rainbow Water Bottle Carrier Knitting Pattern
This knitting pattern for a rainbow water bottle carrier is the perfect thing to knit up for Pride or for rainbow-loving folks to use throughout the year. It doesn’t use a lot of any color of yarn, so if you have rainbow scraps this is a great way to use them. Why Use a Water […]
Sew a Zipper Onto Knitting or Crochet
Zippers are great closures for a lot of projects, but it can be a little daunting to approach how to sew a zipper onto a knitting or crochet project. The good news is, it’s a lot easier than you might think! Here I’m showing a knitting project but the process is the same if you […]
Sentro Knit Scrubby Pattern
This Sentro knit scrubby pattern makes the perfect little circular washcloths or scrubbies with your 22-pin circular knitting machine. They literally take just a few minutes to make and are great to use on yourself or your dishes, and make great gifts, too! How to Make a Knit Scrubby on a Circular Knitting Machine These […]
Knit a Dropped Stitch Scarf on the Circular Knitting Machine
It’s easy to knit a dropped stitch scarf on a circular knitting machine, because it’s basically just like knitting a regular scarf, with a drop stitch twist. This pattern is a classic knitting pattern for the Sentro or Addi circular knitting machine. It’s quick and easy to make and they make great gifts any time […]
How to Knit Socks on a Circular Knitting Machine
These Sentro knit socks on a circular knitting machine are so quick and easy to make! Simple tubes of worsted weight yarn make great boot socks or bed socks, and they don’t take a lot of time to make. Why Knit Socks on a Circular Knitting Machine? Lots of knitters love to make and wear […]