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Tutorial – Making “Hair” for a Foam Head
Do you use a foam head to display or photograph hats or other items? These often show so much better with hair, but wigs (even halloween ones) can be pricy. Here's an alternative you can do relatively quickly, and you probably already have some yarn in your stash that would work!
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Free Pattern – Bucktown Slouch
The Bucktown slouch is great for gifting, but you'll want to make one for yourself too! It features an open stitch pattern that allows for some airflow, and adds even more drape to the casual style. Make it extra cozy for winter wear, with luxuriously soft alpaca or wool.
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Foundation Slip Stitch (fsl st) Tutorial
Use Foundation Slip Stitch to create a beautiful and strong cord for lacing, drawstrings, ties, bracelets, or trim. The best part is, there's no need to determine the length of your cord before you start. Just keep stitching until you have a length you like!
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Knitted Kitchen #33 – Star Stitch
The Star Stitch washcloth is pattern #33 in the 2017 Knitted Kitchen Blog Hop. The striking texture is not only pretty, it's also great for scrubbing. The pattern includes photo and video tutorials for the star stitch. It looks really impressive and complicated, but is actually much easier than it looks! We all love stitches like that, right?
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Free Pattern – Hugs & Kisses
Wrap your child in love with this lightweight, tunic length pullover. The hugs & kisses detail on the hem and sleeves is easy to make, with alternating X stitches and bobbles. With a casual fit and side slits, this comfy sweater could easily become an everyday favorite!
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #33
Lots of fun links in last months' link up! The most clicked was this absolutely adorable little ant - Amiese by Häkelfieber. So cute! Now it's your turn! Come show us what you've made!
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Random things heard at the 2017 CGOA Chain Link Conference
When you get all of us hookers together, you'll hear some of the craziest things! Here are a few things heard at the 2017 CGOA Chain Link conference.
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Easy Knit Sweater Pattern – Jack & Jill
Cold weather is coming soon - be ready with this easy, knit sweater! Varying textures, stripes, and colorblocking create a timeless look with modern appeal. It was originally designed with Jack in mind, but the straight, relaxed fit means it's great for Jill too! Either way, it's sure to be a favorite.
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Knitted Kitchen #29 – Trinity Stitch
The Trinity Stitch washcloth is pattern #29 in the 2017 Knitted Kitchen Blog Hop. This fun stitch pattern is sometimes also called raspberry stitch. It uses increases and decreases to create a series of small bumps or bobbles that look just like little berries. The pattern includes a video tutorial for the trinity stitch as well!
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Free Pattern – Lacy Ruffles
This easy design is decorated with pretty ruffles around the collar, hem, and sleeves. With a lightweight yarn and frilly cap sleeves, this sweater is perfect for sunny summer weather, or can be worn over a long sleeve shirt for cooler weather. The adorable model in the picture is wearing a sample that's 1 size too big for her.
