The purl stitch is a great way to create contrasting texture and designs in your project. You can do this on both sides of the board or just one side.
So there you are, happily cozy and loom knitting the most beautiful project you’ve done yet. Then, out of the corner of your eye, you notice the mistake you made a couple of rows down. The feeling of horror slowly overtakes you, your heart drops and little beads of sweat break out on your brow. [ Read more… ]
Bring the Sea Home
I’m going through a blue phase and when I saw this Afghan Pattern, I had to share. Nautical patterns are all the rage these days so this baby fits right in. Plus, this double-knit loom pattern has all my favorite things: Shades of blue! Circles! Stripes! Stockinette stitch (which equals quick)!
Since 4th of July is coming and I have a plethora of red, white and blue 100% cotton yarn, I just had to make some sort of patriotic …something. I came up with this – a dishcloth flag.
Basic Shrug Pattern – How Lovely!
Since double-knit patterns are so hard to find, when I find one I have to share! This one comes from Echstudio in the Netherlands. Thanks to the simplicity of this pattern (and Google Translate!), here is a wonderfully simple-to-make shrug that you can double-knit loom, traditional knit or crochet with ease.
Intricate or Simple – The Celtic Knot Pattern
Celtic patterns are beautiful, spiral patterns used primarily for decoration. They can be as intricate or simple knot patterns as your project and your experience requires.
Same Stitch, Different Look!
Same stitch, larger loom and smaller yarn. Look at the difference!
Classically Chic Houndstooth Clutch
When I created the post for the Houndstooth motif pattern, I fell in love with it. So much so, I decided I wanted a cute clutch in that pattern to go along with a pretty dark suit I wear.
