The Knit Guru

Knitting projects, patterns and inspiration


  • Olaf the Snowman – straight needle knitting pattern

    For ages people have been asking for a straight needles Olaf…. And yes, I finally managed to find the time, and the mental clarity, to make this happen. I’ve updated my Etsy store listing for the pattern to include the instructions for a straight needles Olaf along with the double pointed pattern. You can find… Read more

  • Happy New Year!

    Well, I know it is waaaaaay into the new year already, but it has been chaos with hospitals, beagles and family. But all seems to be settling down now.   What's he plan for 2015 you say? Well, mainly to get sorted… Lol. The plan involves posting far more frequently, more recipes and knitting patterns….… Read more

  • Seed planting calendar

    Seed planting calendar

    I'm obsessed with seeds at the moment, but I'm still a seedling novice at heart. All the Pinterest seed planting calendars I find are for America…. Which has backwards seasons to us down here in New Zealand. In my desire to help others find a good planting guide, I'm linking here to Yates… Who have… Read more

  • Nerd Knits…. Knitting patterns for the fandoms

    I admit it…. I am a fan girl. Massively. I love stuff. Last night I released a knitting pattern booklet of 11 nerdy fandom themed patterns on etsy. Feel free to have a browse of the patterns included.   Posted with Blogsy Read more

  • Lace Tank or Singlet Knitting Pattern

    I've been working on my wardrobe of things to wear in Paris…. Wait, did I mention Paris? I think I did…. Anyway, here is a great lace singlet that fits people with large boobies. The pattern stretches a lot, so fits a size 12-18, or a medium to large sizing really. You will need: 4mm… Read more

  • We are off sooooo soooooooon!

    Soon we fly out to London, it's so exciting! We just had it confirmed that we are going to see “Wicked” and “The Lion king” in the West End. It's more like a dream than a reality at this point! So we are making our last big push. We will be at the Daffodil Carnival… Read more

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