Sock inspired by the novel Fjäderholmarna (Swedish for Feather Islands) by Zacharias Topelius. Knitted in bulky weight yarn these sock knit up very fast and they make a perfect last minute gift. This post contains affiliate links. Shallow Feather Islands Far out in the Gulf of Bothnia, almost midway between Sweden and Finland are some […]
How to Knit in the Round Using Straight Needles
What to do when you need a cowl and all you have is straight needles? I’m going to show you that in this tutorial. Yarn 100 g of bulky and soft yarn, for example Berreco Ultra Alpaca Needles a set of 2 straight needles 7 mm (or 10.75 US) Notions None Special Skills needed None. […]
Three of Hearts – Free Knitting Pattern
Happy Valentine’s Day! Celebrate your love for your valentine by knitting them this lovely heart and hand warming gift! Yarn 35 g sport weight yarn, sample uses Opal Uni Solid 6 ply by Zwerger Garn. 420 m/ 150 g. Fiber content; 75% wool, 25% nylon. Needles a set of dpn’s or long circular needle for […]
Girls Best Friend – Free Sock Knitting Pattern
You thought diamonds were a girls best friend, didn’t you? Yeah, well… Diamonds won’t keep you warm at night, these socks will! And it is FREE! My go to winter house socks! I absolutely love them! I’m using them every winter. They’re super durable because of the bulky sock yarn! The relatively small needle size […]
St Lucy’s Crown
St Lucy is celebrated in Sweden and in Swedish speaking parts of Finland. She is celebrated on December 13 with parades and songs. Every school and kindergarten class had their own parade and one lucky girl got to be Lucy and wear the candle crown. This girl usually had long blond hair, and that was […]
Free Fall Top – Free Knitting Pattern
Free drop stitch goth top knitting pattern
8 Quick DIY Gifts to Knit Right Now!
Christmas is just around the corner! How many hand made gifts are you going to gift this year? Here’s 8 quick gifts you can start knitting right now to keep your loved ones warm and happy! Every one of these designs is one that I have or would or will be knitting some day! All […]
