The Knit Guru

Knitting projects, patterns and inspiration


  • Resolutions for the New Year

    Tomorrow is a new year. 2018 has been a mixed year, of so many ups and downs. I am determined that 2019 will be an improvement. So here are my resolutions for the new year. Long may they last. It should be mentioned that my 2017 resolution was to eat a cooked breakfast every day…… Read more

  • Top 10 Patterns of 2018

    It has been a challenging year really, with so much going on. I had hoped to have more patterns released this year, but it just hasn’t happened due to work and injury. However, I am proud of the fact that I have managed to maintain a posting schedule in the last quarter. Hopefully I can… Read more

  • 13th Doctor – Ear Flap Hat

    The 13th Doctor has grown on me so much, the same sass that I have always loved from Doctor Who, then added so many more historical commentaries. Rosa… ARGH! How I cried! And instead of a Christmas special, we get a New Years special. Very cool. So you will have time to finish this in… Read more

  • Last minute Christmas Gift Knits for Kids

    With Christmas just around the corner, you may well now be aware of kids or teens that you still haven’t sorted out something for. Here is my sure-fire hits for teens and children that don’t take long to make or much yarn. Knitted creatures Fantastic Beasts released the second film in the series, “The Crimes… Read more

  • Pencil Toppers – Cute Quick Knitting Patterns

    Pencil Toppers – Cute Quick Knitting Patterns

    Sometimes you just need a quick knitted project. These are super cute, and only take a few minutes (once you get the hang of them). They are perfect for back to school or as stocking stuffers. You will need: 3 x 4mm double pointed knitting needles DK yarn (fluffy is good) Stuffing (tiny amount) Pencil… Read more

  • Christmas Gift Knitting Guide – Dads and Grandads

    A while back I posted this guide for Mums and Grandmas…. and it was popular. So I follow it with some ideas for those challenging people – Dads and Grandads. Honestly, these are the people who love something practical over all else. The best gifts I ever managed to give either of mine were golf… Read more

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