This week we’re looking at a new version of Uptown DK yarn, Uptown DK Magix. This yarn is produced by Universal Yarns in Turkey. There are six fun colorways that we’ll explore in more detail further on, but what I want to write about today is the yarn texture and structure.…
All week I’ve been working with Fibra Natura Radiant Cotton yarn. As sometimes happens when I get playing, I got carried away and ran out of time before I finished our cushion top. So, today’s post is a bonus to show you how I deal with loose ends and stitch together…
Here we are, wrapping another week of blogging in the company of Fibra Natura Radiant Cotton yarn. As I noted earlier in the week, Radiant Cotton has 24 bold and neutral colors to satisfy a knitter’s needs. Our Nippon China Dishcloth was worked with Calypso, a bright coral tone. Today I’m…
In this series of posts, I’ve been working with Radiant Cotton yarn by Fibra Natura. In Tuesday’s post, I described how to wind a skein into a “cake” from which knitting is more of a joy, and yesterday I talked about the difference between knit-and-purl designs and ribbing. Today, I’ll…
Apart from lace, one of my favorite knitting techniques is knit-and-purl patterns. Oh, sure, they need some concentration to execute, but they add texture to any project, and when worked in a smooth yarn they’re very effective! Since we’re working with Fibra Natura Radiant Cotton this week (and wound up…
Yesterday I covered the characteristics of Radiant Cotton. This is a double knitting weight luxury cotton yarn by Fibra Natura that comes in skeins, or hanks. Knitting from skeins is a challenge, and is really not recommended. In today’s post, I’ll show you how to turn your skein into a…
We’re in for a treat this week! If you like working with cotton, and you want an affordable, quality cotton, you’ll want to come along for the ride! We’re working with Fibra Natura Radiant Cotton, a smooth, double knitting weight cotton yarn. Radiant Cotton is made from Egyptian cotton, which…
Yesterday I talked about the Lacy Stripes Knit Shawl, which I have already vetted as an amazing pattern, you should look at it immediately! I wanted to talk a knit further about the construction of this shawl, if you look at a finished product, it looks like a scalene triangle.…
Yesterday we talked about the Calming Colors Chevron Throw, and today, we’re going to venture off the path of blankets and throws yet again. The Lacy Stripes Knit Shawl is a repeat of three different stitch patterns. Now, the skill level for this pattern is intermediate, but I have no…
Did you choose your favorite Dreamy colors to knit the cozy socks from yesterday’s post? Let’s continue today with more great patterns ideal to knit with Dreamy yarn. In Monday’s post I specifically mentioned the Calming Colors Chevron Throw as a great companion to Dreamy yarn. This is what I think of as…
Yesterday we talked about the general benefits of Dreamy yarn and how it makes an awesome blanket. Today, we’re going to look at a smaller project. Socks are one of the most requested hand knit items. With the Relaxation Sock pattern from Red Heart, you won’t have the heart to say ‘no’ to…
Red Heart Dreamy yarn truly lives up to its name with the soft brushed texture and miles of yardage. Whether you’re talking about the price point or the yarn itself everything about Dreamy is complete nirvana. From the minute you first touch it, you’ll be pinching yourself. The fiber content is…
This week we’ve been exploring projects to knit using Premier Yarns Toy Box. Today, I share with you a pattern for a quick baby sweater that’s worked top-down and features a yoke with bobbles. Earlier this week, I showed you the attributes of Toy Box and yesterday I shared a pattern…
While looking for free patterns for children’s items that could be knit with Toy Box yarn for yesterday’s post, I discovered an absence of patterns for one project category, namely slippers. So I decided to try knitting some with this bulky, but light and airy self-striping yarn. These quick-to-knit slippers start at…
When a new yarn comes along, like Premier Yarns Toy Box, there hasn’t necessarily been enough time for the yarn producers to make a whole lot of patterns. In addition, with sites like Ravelry.com and YarnSub.com now widely known, yarn producers distribute the yarn with the understanding that there are…
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.