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Why I Knit a Plastic Dress

Sarah White February 10, 2020 Art / Knitting / Life4 Comments

This is a story about how I came to knit a plastic dress and the awesome thing that happened next. It’s also a call to you to stretch way out of your comfort zone. Otherwise you’ll never know what’s out there. To celebrate the national tour of Once on This …

This Loop Yarn Pillow is the Coziest Pillow Ever

Sarah White January 28, 2020 Knitting / SewingLeave a comment

I know that’s a bold claim, coziest pillow ever, but if you make a loop yarn pillow I’m pretty sure you’ll agree with me. Bonus: it doesn’t take much in terms of materials, skill or time to make a fantastic pillow for your couch or bed. Supplies 1 or 2 …

A Super Quick Knit Headband Using Faux Fur Yarn

Sarah White December 19, 2019 KnittingLeave a comment

It’s always a good idea to have some fast knitting projects in your arsenal, like this quick knit headband. It uses about a ball of yarn and takes less than 30 minutes to knit. Great for a last-minute gift or a quick accessory when you need to get warm on …

This Quick Knit Bandanna Cowl is a Simple One-Skein Project

Sarah White October 22, 2019 KnittingLeave a comment

A quick knit bandanna cowl is the perfect way to use a fun single ball of yarn you aren’t quite sure what to do with. This funky ball of yarn — Comin’ Up Flowers, a discontinued offering from Southwest Trading Company, though it looks like they still have it on …

How to Build the Best Travel Knitting Kit

Sarah White June 28, 2019 KnittingLeave a comment

Every year we go to the beach, which involves 12 hours of driving one way. Through the years I’ve learned how to build the best travel knitting kit to keep me entertained.

How to Make a Super Simple Knit Wall Hanging

Sarah White October 30, 2018 KnittingLeave a comment

Why should weaving get the spotlight when it’s almost as easy to make a knit wall hanging? Over the summer we switched up a lot of rooms in our home so the girl could move her bedroom upstairs and have a little bit more privacy. So she’s now in what …

Sweet, Simple Knit Fingerless Gloves to Keep You Cozy All Season

Sarah White January 11, 2018 Crafts / KnittingLeave a comment

Easy knit fingerless gloves are a great way to show someone you care. It may seem like the gift-giving opportunities are gone now that the major winter holidays are past us, but this year I’m trying to look for little ways to brighten someone’s day and instead of just thinking …