How does Truva by Universal Yarn knit up? With the right needles, like a charm. Check out Cynthia MacDougall´s neat trick to guide you to the right needles for sampling. Also great for any yarn, new or old. All you need is a length of the yarn and a needle gauge!
The NEW yarn TRUVA by Universal Yarn is truly soft and luxurious. An equal blend of cotton AND cashmere makes for an unusual pairing, but one you can’t ignore. Cynthia MacDougall tells us more about this yarn and what she has planned next.
You’ve got to Weave it to Believe it! Cindy O’Malley proves that weaving with Universal Yarn Magnolia is just as beautiful as knitting with it. Check out her beautiful woven stole and find out how it’s done right…right here.
Switching yarns when using a pattern may take some careful consideration to make your garment a success. But when you see this gorgeous, designer cardigan you won’t think twice about making it with Universal Yarn Magnolia. This stylish ‘cardie’ is one you’ll reach for repeatedly. Free knitting pattern.
Knit up this super cute T-shirt with soft Magnolia yarn and a free pattern from Universal Yarn. Cindy O’Malley shows you how she used two different knitting design patterns to give this top a nice drape. Soft and satiny, this T-shirt will be your summer fav! Free pattern.
Find out why it’s important to knit a few swatches when using Magnolia yarn by Universal Yarn. Get it right on your swatches before you knit your summer sweater.
Blending modal with cashmere creates a wonderful soft yarn that’s perfect for knitted projects. Find out what knitting projects Cindy O’Malley has planned this week using Universal Yarn Magnolia brand-new yarn!
Making the Autumn Oak Hat pattern by Universal Yarn takes 1hour and 45min! Using Posh Alpaca makes it feel and look so good! Free pattern.
Making the Basketweave Hat by Universal Yarn takes 1hour and 45min! Using Be Wool Multi makes it look so good! Free pattern.
Keep your head warm with this super cute and on trend knitted Pomfret hat that features two jumbo pompoms…pompoms you can make on your very own do-it-yourself pompom maker (free instructions). Get your free hat pattern here plus get advice on how to get it done right.
Start off your hat collection with today’s Pike Street hat…a great beginner knitting project! Put your knitting needles to work this week as Fiona Stevenson shares details of the yarn she uses and provides links to free patterns and tutorials.
Fiona Stevenson walks you through what yarns to use to knit up 4 chunky hat in a hurry! Introducing Universal Yarn Be Wool Multi and Posh Alpaca, as well as Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, and Hue + Me. Free knitting patterns and tutorials
Take a knitting pattern and modify it! Find out how Cynthia MacDougall did it using the free pattern from yesterday’s post for the Snug as a Bug jacket. Shape it your way for the right fit!
Find out what ‘ease’ is and why it’s important when knitting garments that fit well and are roomy enough for comfort. Check out today’s free pattern and how ‘ease’ figures into this soft and comfy project, made with super bulky yarn, that’s sure to keep you snug as a bug!
When the question is whether to knot or not to knot, you need expert advice. Cynthia MacDougall lays out four methods for weaving in your ends when using chenille yarn whatever the size. So, when you cast on or cast off, weave in ends and join to a new yarn, or want to make a continuous strand of yarn, you’ll find the best way right here!
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.
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.
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.
Complete the Cozy Atlas Cardigan with finishing touches like weaving ends, sewing buttons, and blocking. See how Universal Yarn Linear blooms after washing.
Finish the Cozy Atlas Cardigan by knitting roomy sleeves and adding a twisted rib button band. Learn stitch pickup ratios, magic loop tips, and sleeve shaping details.
Watch the Cozy Atlas Cardigan take shape as the back and fronts are knitted with Universal Yarn Linear. Shaping tips, helper yarn tracking, and relaxed body knitting.
Follow along as a cozy winter cardigan begins using Universal Yarn Linear. Pattern selection, swatch blocking, supplies, and project prep before the first stitches.
Discover Universal Yarn Linear, a marled alpaca merino blend perfect for warm lightweight winter knits. Gauge swatching and needle choices to start a cozy project.
Knit a Christmas Tree reversible ornament using UNIVERSAL YARN Uptown DK and Noelle. Learn how to create day and night versions, add overstitching, and frame it in garter stitch.
Create a joyful Holiday Word Art ornament featuring JOY and HO HO HO using UNIVERSAL Uptown DK and Noelle. Learn how to knit inlays, add overstitching, and frame the design.