Here it is, summer fading away and poof! I watched my first pre-season football game of the season and suddenly autumn is in the air. Although the weather is still warm, here are some easy and quick blanket patterns you can put on your radar so when that perfect yarn goes on sale, you’ll know [ Read more… ]
Taking Double-Knit Looming to New Heights
Tami Walsh, a great, long-time friend of Loom Knit Central, creates the most amazing projects using the double-knit loom technique. We had to get the scoop on how she creates these fabulous pieces.
Finding knitting patterns specifically for the double-knit loom can be challenging, as you all know. However, converting a traditional knit pattern to double-knit does not need to be difficult. Here are a few easy, traditional knit patterns I’ve run across lately that are just as easy to convert to double-knit.
Super Soft Knit Top
Here’s an easy, super soft knit top that can be worn with jeans, slacks or cute skirt. And, not only is it the softest yarn I’ve ever knitted with, it was so easy to do!. It’s knit in two pieces, exactly the same, using the Rib Stitch and Stockinette Stitch. The top panel is [ Read more… ]
Double-Knit Loom Slippers
I was so happy to discover this slipper pattern on my favorite site, knittingboard.com. Not only easy but cleverly double-soled, as well. Check it out!
Quick Tip: Yarn Substitution
Finding a darling, cool pattern that you want to create can be so exciting! It’s the right size, perfect for your skill level and you can’t wait to make one just like the one in the photo! Until you search up the yarn used in the pattern
Comfy, Oversized Sweater
Finding clothing patterns for double-knit loom knitting can be challenging. However, I am completely up to the challenge! Our first clothing pattern is this deliciously comfy, loose and warm sweater. Perfect for a summer evening on the beach or a cool autumn day anywhere.
Beautiful Aran Baby Blanket
Ready for a challenge? How about this beautiful Aran Baby Blanket by Faith Schmidt. A great way to practice cables with a gorgeous result.
