Oh hey happy day! My Musselburgh Hats are finally finished, blocked and ready to go for next winter. This little project of mine has resulted in each of my family members having a new hat to keep their ears warm when the weather calls for it – which will be here before we know it!…
Gift Ideas for the Knitter in your Life
Is there someone in your life that loves to knit? Do you want to buy a gift for them but are unsure of what they’d want or need? Look no further! I’ve compiled a list of 4 different categories that any knitter would absolutely adore and be so thankful for. YARN Well, this is a…
Knit Hats for the Family – My All-Time Favorite Pattern
Well, I’ve now knit a total of 9 hats from this pattern and am about to cast on yet another. I guess you could say that I enjoy it. As a paid pattern, the Musselburgh by Ysolda Teague is a worthy investment to include in your library. You can find it here on the website…
If you Had to Choose 1 Yarn for the Rest of your Life…
Let’s have some fun! Do you ever imagine scenarios in which you’re stranded on an island and can only choose a few items to bring with you, and then ponder over what you would choose and why? Or what project you would knit for the rest of your life if you could only choose one?…
How to Knit Shadow Wrap Short Row Heel
No major counting. No decreases to keep track of. Just easy knitting. I mean, who doesn’t want that in a heel method for their socks?! It might sound too good to be true, but it really isn’t! I’ve put together a step-by-step video tutorial for you as well as written instructions below. Grab your needles,…
Sock Yarn Review
In November 2020, I knit my very first pair of socks. Pleasantly surprised with the outcome and how easy it really was to make them, I started knitting pair after pair. While all of my family is knitworthy and adores the things I make them, my oldest son has a particular fondness for socks. He…
How to Knit Socks from Start to Finish
Have you been wanting to learn how to knit socks but are a little intimidated by the prospect or just need to see the steps in action? I’ve used YouTube tutorials to learn everything I know about crafting. It’s an invaluable educational resource and I am thankful to live in this day and age! We…
How to Incorporate Mindfulness Into your Craft
Did you know that your crafting fits perfectly with mindfulness? It’s true! What is mindfulness anyway? To me, mindfulness means being fully aware and tuned into the present moment, to be conscious of what is going on inside and around you. In other words, it means really paying attention and living in the present moment…
Basic Sock Pattern
Scroll to the bottom for the comprehensive, step by step video tutorial. Required materials: Yarn – 100g/462 yd of fingering weight yarn 75/25 Fine Superwash Merino/Nylon blend I highly recommend using a yarn that is a blend of wool + nylon. The nylon helps with the sturdiness of the fiber so that they last you…
When to Give Up On a Pattern – 1 Reason is All you Need
Picture this. You are spending some time relaxing in the evening after a long day and watching one of your favorite crafter podcasters on YouTube. Their projects are stunningly beautiful, but there is one featured shawl that you just can’t stop thinking about when the video is over. You think, “This shawl could be my…
