On this site you will find everything you need to know to knit to donate to charity—from the basic essentials of donating to charity to a list of charitable organizations that seek out donated knitted items to give to sick children, the homeless, premature babies and others in need; to how to work on your own or with other knitters to reach those in need…and even more.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 31st, 2010
Knit your own pair of toddler Moc-a-Socs with this pattern! They’re warm and stylish, and little tots love them! Pattern is 3 pages long and includes easy to follow directions. Additional step-by-step instructions and pictures are provided for confusing areas.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 30th, 2010
150 Knitted Trims offers a beautiful and diverse collection of contemporary and classic trims. Each trim is displayed in a swatch with complete row-by-row instructions, plus information on the dimensions of the finished trim and the amount of yarn required per length.
Select from colorful zigzags and chevrons; twisted cords and bobble fringes; woven ribbon-effect braids; textured leaves, flowers, fruit and more. And there are ideas galore for using the trims on items such as baby blankets, bags, and throws, plus inspirational suggestions for color and embellishments.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 29th, 2010
Today’s pregnant woman wants to wear stylish, modern, even edgy fashions and these 22 gorgeous knit projects, created by a pool of talented designers, fill the bill. Expecting mothers—and the friends and families who want to knit them a gift—will be overjoyed to find so many attractive possibilities. A truly luxurious cashmere car coat features bell sleeves and ribbed cuffs, while a v-neck tank design (made from a simple stockinette stitch) uses pleats that can accommodates an expanding tummy. From a cleverly designed cowl sweater with discreet nursing panels to a dazzling beaded black evening dress, every garment is beautiful.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 25th, 2010
Knitted rugs are easy to make and will add a colorful, homey touch to any decorating scheme. In the inspiring pages of The Knitted Rug, by Donna Druchunas, are 21 projects ranging from durable door-mats to cuddly throws. You’ll find rugs in an assortment of popular patterns, including rectangles, squares, ovals, and circles, that you’ll enjoy making and feel proud to display in any room.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 24th, 2010
You’ll love creating over 60 designs in Knit It! Felt It! by Bobbie Matela. Chapters include: Start at the Top and choose from warm hats and scarves; Warm Hands are ensured with colorful options for felted mittens; Great Carriers make it easy to find your signature purse or tote bag; Cozy Feet includes slippers for everyone; Neat Accessories is an array of gifts that say you care; and Stylish Living ideas will accessorize your home with unique touches.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 23rd, 2010
What better way to shower a child with love than with handmade, warm, snuggly socks and booties? Fun to knit and quick to finish, there’s nothing quite so adorable as tiny socks for little feet. With designs ranging from classic booties and Fair Isle to playful duck feet, sweet elephants, soft clouds and yummy ice cream cones, you simply won’t know which pair to start first for that special little one in your life!
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 22nd, 2010
New and Gorgeous! Patterns and instructions for squares for blankets and throws. Choose from a dozen dazzling projects or mix and match to create your own!
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 10th, 2010
100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet showcases a lush bouquet of blossoms perfect for embellishing your favorite clothing or accessories. As a finishing touch for all your handmade garments or a great pick-me-up for a vintage find, these lovely blooms are the perfect way to use up scraps of yarn or try out interesting new yarns.
Breeze through this gorgeous collection featuring a colorful palette of simple spiraling roses, saucer-sized poppies, delicate lilacs, an assortment of vegetables, and more. All are shown full-size and in scale and is complete with stitched leaves and embroidered stems. Each flower has full instructions, yarn requirements, and a suggested skill level.
An additional section serves as a refresher course with basic techniques and provides inspiration for embellishing your finished flowers with beads, buttons, and sequins. You can also learn how to use the flowers in a range of fun projects, from customizing clothing and accessories, to decorating gift-wrapped packages. This book will inspire all knitters and crocheters to pick up their needles and start creating their own beautiful blooms.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 6th, 2010
Author McPhee’s observations are hilarious; the situations she describes strike a familiar feeling in the heart of anyone who knits. Pick up the needles grab a skein of yarn cast on…and let the life lessons begin! These irresistible reflections on life will have you laughing crying and marveling out loud at how amazingly fortunate you are to be living your life as a knitter. Hardcover: 160 pages. Made in USA.
Written by Knitting Stitches on January 1st, 2010
Learn the basics of knitting to create a colorful bohemian belt purse. Kit includes 110 yards of yarn, 3 different yards of fun yarn, knitting needles, 1 plastic needle, daisy maker, 20 pony beads, and easy to follow instructions. For ages 8 and up.
Written by Knitting Stitches on December 22nd, 2009
Dropped and twisted stitches, too-small button holes, and mis-crossed cables are only a few of the knitting dilemmas tackled in this humorous and useful guide. Beginners and seasoned knitters alike are promised that learning from mistakes improves technique and inspires personal style—and that sometimes the best solution is just to let a mistake stand.
To head off problems before they start, the sturdy, spiral-bound book explains the correct way to cast on and bind off, decipher charts, choose fibers, calculate yardage, join yarns, work with multicolor designs, and—for more experienced knitters—how to alter a finished piece or customize a pattern.
