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The Joy of Handmade Knitted Gifts
Back when I broke my leg, and the knitting took over my life (and storage space) I started knitting hats for everyone. This started as a way of passing time… and was soon finishing 3-4 hats a day. While I am not capable of such feats these days, what with having to do more than… Read more
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1 Hour Beanie – Free Knitting Pattern
Everyone needs a go-to pattern for a rush gift. This beanie fits the bill as being super cute, and knits up quickly in super chunky yarn. Given that its such a super easy, very cute, and super giftable hat, I am flipping my Friday pattern release schedule and dropping this on a Monday…. so that… Read more
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5 Knits of Xmas ’21 – Christmas Socks – Free Knitting Pattern
See, see! Ridiculous socks! I love a pair of ridiculous socks. You will need:– 1 ball 4ply sock yarn – I used this from Hobbii– 3mm needles for socks… these can be dpns or circular depending on how you wish to knit– Darning needle– Tiny bells– Crochet hook Cast on 56 stitches with a picot… Read more
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5 Knits of Xmas ’21 – Wreath Scrunchie – Free Knitting Pattern
This is all at once both super cute, and incredibly pointless, so I love and adore it. You will need: DK (8ply) yarn in Green and Red 4mm knitting needles Thin elastic (“hat” elastic works the best) 2 tiny bells Darling needle Scissors Cast on 160 stitches in green. (This will feel like an eternity)… Read more
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5 Knits of Xmas ’21 – Zipper Purse – Free Knitting Pattern
Ever wondered how to jazz up the gifting of a gift card or money? This is a very simple and really useful gift – I know I have a few of these floating around the place. You will need:– DK yarn– 4mm knitting needles– 13cm zip– Sharp wool needle Cast on 30 stitches.Stockinette stitch until… Read more
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5 Knits of Xmas ’21 – Santa’s Booties – Free Knitting Pattern
These are just a tad silly, but doesn’t every young tyke like a little silly? You will need:– 3.5mm knitting needles– Black DK yarn– White fluffy yarn– Darning needle Cast on 35 stitches in black (this is the bottom of the foot)1. Knit2. k1, k1 front and back, k14, k1 front and back, k1, k1… Read more
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