Author: Hanna Gough
Best Granny Square Yarn and Kits out there in the UK right now.
Here’s a round up of the best granny square yarn and granny square kits out there right now from UK retailers. These retailers do also provide international delivery, so do have a look if you’re reading this from somewhere else in the world! I’m rounding up some of my favourite yarns for granny squares as…
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How to make pom poms. Making pom poms and choosing the best pom pom maker.
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links, at no cost to you. In this post I’m going to show you how I make perfectly round, full pom poms for hats and other craft projects. Pom poms can be notorious for…
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Knitting flat with circular needles
Can you knit flat with circular needles? Yes! You absolutely can. I’ve seen this question come up several times in knitting groups. Even advanced knitters will ask, ‘can you knit flat on circular needles?’ and the answer is yes. In this blog post I’ll talk you through the pros and cons of circular needles, and…
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The Jewel Hat: Crochet Beanie Granny Stitch Pattern.
Jewel hat crochet beanie (100% crochet version) This is the little sister of the Jewel Hat, with the main difference being that the hat is 100% crochet construction. FpHdc and BpHdc create a ribbed brim and bobble stitches create clusters of jewel like shapes across the hat. Add a pom pom for extra enjoyment. If…
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The Jewel Hat: Crochet Granny Stitch Beanie With A Knit Brim.
The Jewel hat is a crochet granny stitch beanie with a stretchy knit brim. If you don’t knit at all, there’s a crochet only version of this hat here. If you’d like to try this version, you can find the pattern below. If you’d prefer the ad-free PDF it is also available on Ravelry here.…
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How to knit an ear warmer. Simple garter stitch headband tutorial for beginners.
Beginner-friendly tutorial showing you how to knit an ear warmer. This really simple design is also perfect for knitters looking to get through their stash. Need a quick gift for a friend? Knit an ear warmer! Need to practice casting on and casting off, but you don’t want to knit something tedious like a long…
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Totes Crochet Bag. Free Granny Square Tote Bag Pattern.
If you love granny squares and functional crochet, here is a pattern for a simple crochet bag that uses joined up granny squares. This is a free pattern for a crochet tote bag. Can a beginner make this crochet bag? Here’s a quick skill check: You should be able to: Totes crochet bag The Totes…
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Why you should try the granny square
Why should you try the granny square? If you’re new to crochet, you will have undoubtedly seen the granny square. It’s a square piece of fabric that looks like thick lace. It is worked from the centre out and can vary in colour and style. Some granny squares are tiny, while others are an entire…
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Hatchmere Hat Knitting Pattern. Cable knit hat free pattern.
Cable knit hat and mitts pattern. This pattern is free, but if you’d prefer the ad-free PDF, you can get it here or on Ravelry. The Hatchmere cable knit beanie hat and fingerless mitts are a really simple introduction to cable knitting. There is also a matching cowl you can try. On the edge of…
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Summer crochet cardigan pattern. Mesh stitch crochet cardigan.
Here’s a simple summer crochet cardigan with lace openwork and mesh stitch detail. This simple kimono sleeve cardigan is quick to make in cotton yarn. if you’d prefer to download the ad-free pdf of this pattern, you can do so on Ravelry or Ko-Fi. This article contains affiliate links, meaning that if you choose to…
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