Pick up some new knitting skills or simply enjoy the comfort of a simple Fair Isle pattern while you knit this classic hat. Worked in the round on circular and double-pointed needles, the Potrero Hill Hat is a practical way to learn stranded knitting. It also makes a great project for knit-alongs or knitting classes!… Read More »Knitting Pattern: Potrero Hill Hat The post Knitting Pattern: Potrero Hill Hat appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

If you are a knitter, you’ve heard about gauge. You may even know you need to “measure” it. But what does that mean, and how do you measure it? This article explains the basics of how to accurately measure gauge in stockinette stitch. What is Gauge? Simply stated, gauge is the number of stitches and… Read More »How to Measure Gauge in Stockinette Stitch The post How to Measure Gauge in Stockinette Stitch appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

Garter stitch knitting and super-easy no-wrap short rows combine in the Zig Zag Eyelet scarf, a beginner-friendly knitting pattern. The short rows and eyelets of this fun scarf create a fascinating pattern as color changes unfold beneath your needles. It’s ideally suited to show off your favorite hand-painted yarn, and knitting to the “correct” gauge… Read More »Knitting Pattern: Zig Zag Eyelet Scarf The post Knitting Pattern: Zig Zag Eyelet Scarf appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

This coaster is the perfect quick gift! And this free Star Flower Coaster crochet pattern is the perfect coaster. Depending on the yarn you choose, it may look like a snowflake, a star, or a flower! Use white or silver metallic for snowflakes you can hang up; gold, red, and green to add that extra… Read More »Free Crochet Pattern: Star Flower Coasters The post Free Crochet Pattern: Star Flower Coasters appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

Knit in a soft, bulky yarn, this scarf uses elongated garter stitch to make a cloud around your neck! The free Jiffy Keyhole Scarf knitting pattern is so easy, you’ll knit it in a jiffy! The keyhole, make by doing extra yarn-overs, allows the scarf to stay secure, no matter your activities. This project is… Read More »Free Knitting Pattern: Jiffy Keyhole Scarf The post Free Knitting Pattern: Jiffy Keyhole Scarf appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

Use leftover yarns from your other holiday projects to knit this easy pillow for Christmas! This Color Ribbons Pillow free knitting pattern is a great beginner project, but the stripes and occasional lines of texture make it interesting enough for all levels. If you’d rather use a different stripe pattern or different colors, make up… Read More »Free Knitting Pattern: Color Ribbons Pillow The post Free Knitting Pattern: Color Ribbons Pillow appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

Knitting designer and teacher Patty Lyons is a treasure trove of information and empowerment for knitters. Her new book, Patty Lyons’ Knitting Bag of Tricks, is a must-have for knitters of all skill levels.Publisher David & Charles provided a copy of the book for my review, but all opinions expressed here and in the video… Read More »A Conversation with Patty Lyons The post A Conversation with Patty Lyons appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

Feel like crocheting an easy sweater that fits? The Plain Jane Pullover is the crochet pattern for you! A drop-shoulder sweater is about the easiest sweater shape to crochet. It’s just two rectangles for the body and two trapezoids for the sleeves, with a little bit of neck shaping thrown in. What better way to… Read More »Crochet Pattern: Plain Jane Pullover The post Crochet Pattern: Plain Jane Pullover appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

Love Tunisian crochet but looking for something new? Try this Tunisian Fans Shawl pattern! It’s ideal for prayer shawl ministries, or to make as a gift for yourself. Change up your Tunisian crochet style with this fancy fan stitch based on Tunisian simple stitch. Not familiar with Tunisian crochet? No problem! A stitch tutorial is… Read More »Tunisian Fans Shawl Crochet Pattern The post Tunisian Fans Shawl Crochet Pattern appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more

Ira Rott is a Canadian designer, fiber artist and author. She’s known for her adorable crochet, knitting, and quilt designs. Learn more about Ira’s Ukrainian heritage and what she’s been up to lately. The questions are mine; the answers are Ira’s. Some of my readers won’t be familiar with you. Tell us a little bit… Read More »An Interview with Designer Ira Rott The post An Interview with Designer Ira Rott appeared first on Edie Eckman ..read more