Tips For Substituting Yarn

July 22, 2021.Reading time 9 minutes.

If you knit on a regular basis, it is likely that you will either need or want to make yarn substitutions. This might be because a yarn has been discontinued, or perhaps because you have purchased some yarn and can’t find a pattern that you love for that exact brand. Substituting yarn is usually quite […]

Knitting Hats On Circular Needles – Tips For Straight Needle Knitters

July 10, 2021.Reading time 13 minutes.

If you are like me and learnt how to knit on straight needles, you may feel daunted by the prospect of knitting in the round on circular needles. Maybe you have noticed the multitude of hat knitting patterns which are knit in the round and don’t quite know where to start. This was me a […]

How To Knit A Crossover/ Twisted Front Headband

June 28, 2021.Reading time 9 minutes.

Headbands are a wonderful accessory to wear. They keep you snug without the bulk and hair flattening factor of a hat. As a knitting project, headbands are simply really great fun. They are quick to knit, and perfect for using up small balls of yarn. Headbands even make ideal stash buster knitting projects. You can […]