Knitting

  • Ten Things I Learned from Knitting my First Sweater

    Hi Everyone! As some of you may know, I recently finished my first knitted sweater using Susan’s Simple Sweater pattern by Sue Blacker. It took awhile since I am a slow knitter, but am very glad I did it. I made a few mistakes, but it’s wearable so I am very happy with that! Since this was my first big knitting project I wanted to share some of the things I learned while I made this sweater and help you in case you needed some pointers for your first knitted sweater project. So here they are: Lesson Number 1: Don’t change needles in the middle of your project. This was…

  • Knitted Hat with Pom Pom Pattern

    Hi Everyone! This week I want to share with you a knitted hat pattern that uses the same Loops and Threads Facet yarn that I used in last weeks infinity scarf pattern. I tried some decreasing with this pattern and think it turned out alright. I need to practice decreasing more to make it look perfectly round, but I think it looks round enough for my first try. Here is the pattern: Materials 10.0 mm (US 15) Knitting Needles Super Bulky Yarn (~60 metres/60 yards) Tapestry Needle Scissors Pattern CO 54 STs. Row 1 – 4: K2, P2 till end of row (54) Row 5: Knit till end of row…

  • Two Skein Knitted Infinity Scarf Pattern

    Hi Everyone! Happy New Year! It is the beginning of the year and it is still quite cold so this two skein knitted infinity scarf will help with the chill in the air. I used some really soft Loops and Threads Facets yarn for this project and completed it with just two skeins of it, including sewing the edges together. Here is the pattern: Materials 10.0 mm (US 15) Knitting Needles Two Skeins of Super Bulky Yarn (110 Metres/120 Yards each) Tapestry Needle Scissors Pattern CO 30 STs. Row 1: Knit till end of row (30) Row 2: Purl till end of row (30) Repeat Row 1 and Row 2…

  • Knitting Hat/Toque Pattern

    Hi Everyone! Need a last minute Christmas gift? I have the perfect pattern for you. This knitted hat uses bulky yarn and size 10.0 mm knitting needles so it will be worked up quickly. I used Loops and Threads Charisma yarn for this project, but you can use whatever bulky yarn you want to complete this hat. Here is the pattern: Materials 10.0 mm (US 15) Knitting Needles Bulky Yarn Tapestry Needle Scissors Pattern CO 48 STs. Row 1: Knit till end (48) Row 2: Purl till end (48) Repeat Row 1 and 2 until your piece measures the circumference of your head.  For the hat I made, I stopped…

  • Knitted Scarf Pattern (Contrasting Colours)

    Hi Everyone! This week I want to share the pattern for the second knitted scarf I made in the UK during my vacation. This one isn’t an infinity scarf like the previous pattern, but it is worked up quickly and if you like the look of the scarf you can sew the ends together to make an infinity scarf. I used the same needles and yarn for this project because I like how quickly I can finish knitting it. Here’s the Pattern: Materials 10.0 mm (Size 15) Needles 2 Skeins of Super Bulky Yarn (I used Loops and Threads in Mushroom and Moss Green) (82 metres ((90) yards) each) Scissors…

  • Knitted Infinity Scarf Pattern

    Hi Everyone! Last week I shared some photos of the scarves I knitted while I was over in the UK. This week I want to share with you the pattern for the purple infinity scarf. This is a very simple pattern that you can knit up for a last minute present. I used large needles and thick yarn to accomplish this and it turned out really soft. I am usually a very slow knitter so this kind of knitting project was perfect for me. Let’s get started. Materials 10.0 mm (Size 15) Circular Needles 2 Skeins of Super Bulky Yarn (I used Loops and Threads Cozy Wool in Velvet) Scissors…

  • Vacation Knitting

    Hi Everyone! In one of my previous posts, I said I was away visiting the UK, but that hasn’t stopped me from working on some crafting projects. I have completed an infinity scarf and a two toned scarf. Both are simple knitting patterns that I will sharing on the blog. I also want to make a midwife blanket that I always see people making. In this post, I wanted to share with you some pictures of the scarves. Here is the completed infinity scarf I made using Loops and Threads Cozy Wool in Velvet: Here is the two toned scarf I made using Loops and Threads Cozy Wool in Mushroom…