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    Knitting the front edges and collar of the Roof Tiles Sweater

    Cindy O'MalleyDecember 28, 20230854 views

    Knitter Cindy O’Malley changed the ribbed neckline for the Roof Tiles Sweater pattern to a seed stitch pattern, which lays flatter. See how she did it. Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash

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    3 pattern changes to the knitted Roof Tiles Sweater | how where & why

    Cindy O'MalleyDecember 27, 20230733 views

    To personalize a knitting pattern to suit your whims, in the case of the Roof Tiles Sweater, see the changes Cindy O’Malley makes to the pattern and why. Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash

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    Consider these when substituting yarn for another [knitting]

    Cindy O'MalleyDecember 26, 20230852 views

    When substituting yarn for a given knitting pattern, several factors must be considered, including knitting a swatch to test the gauge. Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash

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    Deluxe Worsted Superwash yarn knits up warm textured knits

    Cindy O'MalleyDecember 25, 20230845 views

    Cindy O’Malley chooses Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash in Charcoal color to knit up the Roof Tiles Sweater pattern. Free knitted cardigan pattern.

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    My Cozy Bubble Blanket | Knit-on border and floats

    Cristina SimionoviciNovember 10, 202301K views

    The fifth and last post in a series of posts that explain finishing the knitted blanket using a knit-on border and how to handle the floats of yarn. Lion Brand Yarns, KNITTER’S PRIDE, free knitting pattern.

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    My Cozy Bubble Blanket | Joining a new ball of yarn

    Cristina SimionoviciNovember 9, 202301K views

    The fourth in a series of posts that talks about adapting a multicolor structured stitch pattern for Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in Oatmeal, Barley, and Raisin colorway and worked on fixed circular needles from the KNITTER’S PRIDE Mindful collection 100 cm (40″) 9mm (US 13)

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    My Cozy Bubble Blanket and the Tattle Tale Swatch

    Cristina SimionoviciNovember 8, 20230806 views

    The third in a series of posts that talk about how to adapt a structured stitch pattern for a different yarn and different needles for the Bubble Trouble Throw Blanket using LBY Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick. Free knitting pattern

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    My Cozy Bubble Blanket | Creating the swatch and adapting the pattern

    Cristina SimionoviciNovember 7, 202301.1K views

    The second in a series of posts that adapts a bubble stitch blanket pattern for a yarn with a different thickness. Lion Brand Yarns Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, KNITTER’S PRIDE Mindful

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    My Cozy Bubble Blanket | Choosing a knitting project for cool weather

    Cristina SimionoviciNovember 6, 202301.1K views

    The first in a series of posts that adapts a bubble stitch blanket pattern for Lion Brand Yarns Wool Ease Thick & Quick. Free knitting patterns

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    The Perfect Heel Quest | Fish Lips Kiss Heel

    Cristina SimionoviciSeptember 8, 202343K views

    The fifth and last in a series of posts that tests five ways to knit a heel on a sock. In this post, we explore SoxTherapist’s Fish Lips Kiss Heel, worked in UY Zesty Sock and Knitter’s Pride Karbonz fixed circular needle.

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    The Perfect Heel Quest | the Fleegle heel

    Cristina SimionoviciSeptember 7, 202343.3K views

    The fourth in a series of posts that tests five ways to knit a heel on a sock. In this post, we explore the Fleegle Heel, worked in UY Zesty Sock and Knitter’s Pride Karbonz fixed circular needle.

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    The Perfect Heel Quest | Cat Bordhi’s Sweet Tomato Heel

    Cristina SimionoviciSeptember 6, 202353.1K views

    The third in a series of posts that tests five ways to knit a heel on a sock. In this post, a toe-up sock using Cat Bordhi’s Sweet Tomato Heel, worked in UY Zesty Sock and Knitter’s Pride Karbonz fixed circular needle.

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    The Perfect Heel Quest | knitted socks with wrap and turn short rows heel

    Cristina SimionoviciSeptember 5, 202302.3K views

    The second in a series of posts that tests five ways to knit a heel on a sock. In this post, a toe-up sock with wrap and turn short rows heel, worked in UY Zesty Sock and Knitter’s Pride Karbonz fixed circular needle.

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    The Perfect Heel Quest | knitted socks with a heel flap and no gusset

    Cristina SimionoviciSeptember 4, 202322.1K views

    The first in a series of posts that tests five ways to knit a heel on a sock. In this post, a toe-up sock with a heel flap but no gusset, worked in UY Zesty Sock and Knitter’s Pride Karbonz fixed circular needle.

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    Weaving a cover-up (Ruana) perfect for summer fun!

    Cindy O'MalleyAugust 4, 202301.3K views

    Knitting a cool ‘fun in the sun’ tote using Universal Yarn Cotton Supreme Speckles. Free knitting pattern includes tubular cast-on and instructions for starching the tote.

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    Lazy Daisy Socks blooming with cheerful texture

    Carla A. CanonicoJune 9, 202608 views

    Knit Lazy Daisy Socks by Lorraine Thompson from ANPTmag Issue 58. Practice textured floral stitch patterns and classic sock construction in a cheerful, witty design.

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    Final Thoughts on the Sunshine Throw in Mystical Marl Yarn

    Sarah DawnJune 5, 202606 views

    See the finished Sunshine Throw knit with Universal Yarn Mystical Marl! Sarah Dawn shares her thoughts on yarn substitution, striping, drape, and stash-busting success.

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    How to Weave in Yarn Ends for Striped Knitting Projects

    Sarah DawnJune 4, 202608 views

    Learn the best ways to manage yarn ends in striped knitting projects like the Sunshine Throw using Universal Yarn Mystical Marl, from carrying yarn to weaving ends neatly.

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    Why Lace Knitting Makes Stripes Zigzag in the Sunshine Throw

    Sarah DawnJune 3, 202609 views

    Discover why stripes zigzag in lace knitting! Sarah Dawn explains how lace decreases affect striped fabric while knitting the Sunshine Throw in Mystical Marl yarn.

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    Making Stripes in a Single Colour Pattern with Mystical Marl Yarn

    Sarah DawnJune 2, 202608 views

    Learn how to stripe a lace blanket using Universal Yarn Mystical Marl. Sarah Dawn shares smart planning tips for color changes, stitch patterns, and stripe sizing.

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    Stash Busting with Mystical Marl Yarn – How to Pick a Pattern?

    Sarah DawnJune 1, 202608 views

    Turn leftover Mystical Marl yarn into a cozy Sunshine Throw! Learn how to choose the right stash-busting blanket pattern and substitute yarn successfully.

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    Knitting Staghorn Cables for an Envelope Pillow Cover

    Sue SindreyFebruary 12, 2026051 views

    Sue Sindrey knits the upper envelope panel for her pillow cover in UNIVERSAL YARN Thula, working staghorn cables with stockinette, then finishing with ribbing for overlap.

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    Knit Honeycomb Stitch in the Round for a Thula Pillow Cover

    Sue SindreyFebruary 10, 2026053 views

    Knit honeycomb stitch in the round from the center out for a pillow cover using UNIVERSAL YARN Thula in Delphinium, Sue Sindrey shares m1 increases, and cable repeats.

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    Cable Throw Pillow Cover in UNIVERSAL YARN Thula, Honeycomb Stitch

    Sue SindreyFebruary 9, 2026048 views

    Explore UNIVERSAL YARN Thula’s shine and stitch definition with honeycomb and cable swatches as Sue Sindrey designs an envelope-style pillow cover, 18-inch square, in Delphinium.

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    Finishing and Blocking the Cozy Atlas Cardigan

    Cristina SimionoviciJanuary 16, 2026061 views

    Complete the Cozy Atlas Cardigan with finishing touches like weaving ends, sewing buttons, and blocking. See how Universal Yarn Linear blooms after washing.

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