I’ve been having a lot of fun this winter revisiting and re-knitting my hat patterns. As you saw in my earlier post, Hats, Hats, and More Hats (Part 1) I knit new versions of the Bestie Beanie and the Bestie Slouchy, as well as a …
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Hats, Hats, and More Hats (Part 1)
As I was updating this site this past fall I realized that it’s been a while since I paid any attention to my hat patterns. I haven’t designed a new hat pattern in several years and my old hat pattern photos were looking a little …
Introducing … the Gratification Hat!
The Gratification Hat is the fifth and final pattern in my Winter Comfort Collection. This slouchy hat is naturally asymmetrical, giving it a unique shape and style. It uses an easy slipped stitch pattern that creates a triangular section on a background of stockinette. It uses 2 skeins of Brooklyn …
Get Two Besties for a Discount!
I have updated the popular Bestie Beanie pattern to now include a chart and written instructions for the pattern stitch, a list of abbreviations, and a note about sizing. The pattern instructions have also been re-written in a simpler format. For a limited time the Bestie Beanie and it’s …
It’s the Bestie Slouchy!
Before the seasons change, I have one last hat pattern. It’s the Bestie Slouchy and it’s a slouchy, relaxed version of the Bestie Beanie. The ribbed brim is worked for 2 inches before left and right lifted purl increases are used to enlarge the body …
Free Knitting Patterns: Effortless Slouch
Here is an easy one-skein stylish hat pattern. This hat is worked in the round and is a great pattern for the beginning knitter wanting to learn to knit in the round. Or, for the experienced knitter, it’s a quick one-day project for some easy knitting gratification. It’s …
Making Pom-Poms 101
Pom-poms are handy craft items to have around and are easy to make with yarn. In various sizes, they can be used for so many different craft projects. I make a lot of pom-poms for knitted hats. I use the Clover pom-pom makers and if …