When the wind starts to howl and temperatures begin to drop, it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re properly covered when you venture outside. Head to Toe: Free Knitting Patterns for Beginners is a compilation of the best free and easy knitting patterns to cover the top of your head to the tip of your toes. These knit hats, socks, and slippers make great gifts for both yourself and your loved ones. After all, it’s so important to be protected from the elements and these knitting patterns allow you to look cute too! Check out the list below and find the pattern that warms your heart ..read more

During the winter, one of my favorite things to knit is hats. Not only can knit hats be made in just a night or two, but they also make great gifts for family members and friends. Can I tell you a little secret? I’m kind of a sucker for quick-knit patterns, so I suppose my love affair with hats was meant to be. It’s just as well, because even though the calendar is nearing spring, no one told the Chicago weather! So, to beat that late-winter chill, I recommend that a good hat knitting session is in order!  That’s where this fun selection of free knitting pattern comes ..read more

Crochet flowers have so many uses, from embellishments on clothes, blankets, and purses, to decorations around the house. This is why any good crocheter knows she needs a good crochet flower pattern in her arsenal that isn’t super complex and time-consuming but still looks cute. Enter: the Easy Peasy Crochet Flower Pattern & Tutorial to make all our lives a little bit easier. Photo courtesy of knitpurlhook.com This project is the perfect beginner’s crochet project, so don’t worry if you don’t consider yourself a master crocheter just quite yet. This super simple crochet ..read more

Skinny jeans may get all the press, but oversized crochet patterns are definitely worth a look this winter. We’re talking about sweaters, cardigans, scarves, and more; every pattern you will find is anything but form-fitting. Picture flowing ponchos, scarves that can almost be mistaken for blankets, and sweaters with plenty of arm room, and you’ve got the idea. So why would you want to make (deliberately, we might add) a super scarf or oversized cardigan? It’s all about warmth and layers, baby. These crochet oversized patterns are amazing, as they offer enough room for you to add on the extra ..read more

Sometimes the easiest way to spruce up a room is to add a well-placed accent piece. Something simple like a crochet afghan can make all the difference in the world when displayed on a chair or couch in your living room. Today, we’re bringing you a free afghan pattern from Yarnspirations! This gorgeous Irish Lace afghan adds a touch of elegance wherever it goes, and the clean white color is the perfect complement to any decor scheme. Enjoy this Free Pattern Friday, and have a fabulous weekend! Free Pattern Friday: Irish Lace Afghan from Yarnspirations MEASUREMENTS Approx 56″ x 64″ [142 x 162 c ..read more

There’s just something about a good book that has the ability to completely transport you to another place. Whether you like the feel of a book in your hand, you love the convenience of e-readers, you prefer to listen to audiobooks when you’re on the go, or all of the above, I think we can all agree that there’s just something magical about losing yourself in a story for a little while. It’s just as easy as losing yourself in a knitting or crochet project, in fact! If you’ve ever wanted to channel the characters of your favorite books, here are 16 patterns just for you: based on 8 popular and ..read more

Garter stitch is the perfect stitch for beginner knitters. If you are just learning how to successfully maneuver your needles and yarn, garter stitch will be your new best friend. The most basic stitch is garter stitch, which is knitting every stitch (or purling every stitch). Garter stitch projects are reversible because the right and wrong side of your work will look identical. Since garter stitch is all knit with no need to think about switching stitches—even between rows—you can finish a pattern in a short amount of time. It’s easy to recognize garter stitch due to the horizontal ridges fo ..read more

Sometimes it can be intimidating to try new things. I know I’m always wary of getting a new dish at restaurants or taking a new route to work. However, when it comes to knitting, trying a new stitch shouldn’t be scary at all. In fact, it should be fun! If you’re looking for a new stitch to try, you should check out the bobble stitch. This video tutorial from AllFreeKnitting will teach you this versatile stitch to add to your knitting knowledge. The bobble stitch creates a tiny, donut-shaped circle texture to whatever garment you work it into. You’ll love the results when yo ..read more

Everyone has had the experience of making a garment—whether knitted, woven, sewn, crocheted, or a combo—following the directions exactly, measuring twice, and having it still look terrible on your body.  This post will give you some tricks and tips to help you make and design garments that will fit your body, using finished patterns and making your own. Drape is your best friend. No idea what I’m talking about? Keep reading. Drape is the ability of the fabric to fold and conform to the shape you want. Learning about your fibers (cotton, wool, synthetic) as well as where fibers ..read more

Spring is the season of new life, and amongst the baby ducklings and little chicks that hatch during this season, you might find yourself or your family with a new addition of your own! If you know there’s about to be a new baby in your life (or even if there is one already!) you NEED to check out our collection of 21 Free Baby Blanket Crochet Patterns. Nothing shows you care like a handmade gift, and a crochet afghan is the kind of thing that people keep to pass down to future generations. Get started on one of our lovely baby blanket patterns today, and you’ll be finished by the time the flo ..read more