Viking Knits Book Review with Cuffed Hat and Mittens pattern

Today I’m sharing a review of a pattern book spotlighting Scandinavian knits. I’m also including the excerpted hat and knitted mittens pattern set, Cuffed Hat and Mittens for adults and children, as part of the fifth annual Christmas in July Make Along, so read on for details. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive … Read more

Mélange Blanket CAL 28: Holland Square

Welcome to Week 28 of the Mélange Blanket mystery crochet along with Underground Crafter! This week’s pattern is the Holland Square by The Unraveled Mitten. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if you make a purchase using these links. Materials for this project were generously provided by … Read more

12+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Women

I’m sharing the second of five weekly roundups including handmade gift ideas as part of the fifth annual Christmas in July Make Along! Last week’s theme was gift ideas for women, and this collection includes 12 crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for garments and accessories, along with 68 more ideas to get your creative juices … Read more

Lucila Preemie Crochet Blanket in the Round

Lucila is a preemie crochet blanket in the round. Made with two strands of light (#3/double knitting) yarn held together, the result is a tweedy, cheerful, and colorful look that works up just as quickly as a pattern made with medium (#4/worsted/aran) weight yarn. The Lucila Preemie Blanket is forever free on my blog, but … Read more

JOMO Knits Book Review

Today, I’m sharing a review of a knitting pattern book focused on the joy of making. The excerpted sweater knitting pattern for Breakfast in Bed was available for free through September 30, 2025. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if you make a purchase using these … Read more

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