20 Handmade Mitten and Glove Patterns and Tutorials To Make Great Gifts

This is the fifth in a series of 12 weeks of roundups for the handmade holidays! I’m sharing 20 free patterns and tutorials for gloves and mittens (and fingerless gloves and mitts), including ten crochet patterns, eight knitting patterns, and two sewing tutorials. This roundup includes projects mittens and gloves for infants, kids, and adults. … Read more

Classic Kicks for Little Feet by Helga Spitz Book Review with Basketball Shoes booties Pattern

If you like to knit quick projects for the littles, then you’re going to want to check out my review of a new pattern book by Helga Spitz. My review also includes an excerpted knitting pattern for infant Basketball Shoes booties and your chance to win a copy of the book, so read on for … Read more

35 Handmade Hat Patterns and Tutorials To Make Great Gifts

This is the fourth in a series of 12 weeks of roundups for the handmade holidays! I’m sharing 35 free patterns and tutorials for hats, including 18 crochet patterns, 15 knitting patterns, a sewing tutorial, and an iron-on project. This roundup includes projects in a variety of sizes, so you’re sure to find inspiration for … Read more

Monster Hats by Vanessa Mooncie Book Review with Alien hat Pattern

If you enjoy giving quirky gifts, the knitting pattern collection by Vanessa Mooncie that I’m reviewing today will be right up your alley! I’m also sharing an excerpted pattern for the unisex Alien hat from the book, so read on for details! This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost … Read more

32 Handmade Scarf and Cowl Patterns and Tutorials To Make Great Gifts

This is the third in a series of 12 weeks of roundups for the handmade holidays! I’m sharing 32 free patterns and tutorials for scarves and cowls, including 7 fabric tutorials, 10 knitting patterns, and 15 crochet patterns. This roundup includes feminine and unisex scarves and cowls that make wonderful gifts. This post contains affiliate … Read more

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