Tag Archives: gifts

For Him on V-day: My Guy Beanie!

My Guy Hat Slouchy Beanie When designing for guys, I always say simple is best. That’s why I love plain ol’ beanies. They’re a great way for a dude to show a little style without really having to commit to … Continue reading

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Thankful Thursday Men’s Scarf

Happy third Thankful Thursday! This week’s free project is perfect for the men in your life — you know, those great guys who deserve a little extra gratitude this time of the year. A classic, textured scarf in our self-striping yarn Bernat … Continue reading

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Designer Project: Pompom Gift Decoration

We asked our intrepid pattern designers to create new craft patterns featuring pompoms, and every day for the next five we’ll be posting one here on the blog! Turn any gift into a personalized work of art with the Pompom … Continue reading

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Stitch.Rock.Knit-along: Chunky Lace Cowl

It’s Stitch.Rock.Knit-along time! For those of you who aren’t familiar with my regular column for Knit Simple Magazine, every issue I offer a project that’s quick and accessible, but also integrates a good-to-know knitting skill. The current issue of the … Continue reading

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Crafts ‘n’ Things Frame Front

As we inch closer to official “crafting season” (aka “It’s time to get gift-making!”), I thought I’d share a quickie idea that’s great for using up those yarn scraps. You can easily add a little warmth to a room by … Continue reading

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