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Create things you wish existed
Pattern and project ideas are a great way to get inspired. See collections of patterns based on specific themes here. Almost every roundup has free patterns!
Who wouldn’t want a knitted summer top to wear around town or to the beach this summer? Not only are knitted summer tops great to wear in the heat, they’re also great to knit, because the yarns are light and cooling. If your fingers are itching for a summer project, try one of these on…
In the thick of a Kiwi winter, what could be better to knit than some delightful warm socks? They’re useful, they can often be finished quickly, and many patterns come with interesting complexity. And if you’re tired of knitting warm socks for winter, you can dream of spring and summer by knitting lovely, light, lacy…
As the weather here in Aotearoa New Zealand starts to turn, the days get shorter and the need for cosy intensifies. We figure there’s no better way to get cosy then snuggled up with your very own blanket. Enjoy a chunky knit blanket you can customise to be both warm and aesthetic. One of the joys of crafting is the ability to create bespoke to your needs.
Turtlenecks took over New York Fashion Week in February 2026 — which means you are likely to see them everywhere for the next several years! But turtlenecks have never been just a trend piece; they are an eternal classic. Whether you like a short mock turtle, a cowl neck, funnelneck, a rolled collar, or a…
Have you been captivated by Fourth Wing, A Court of Thorns and Roses, Shadow and Bone, City of Brass, or any of the other romantasy books that have taken the world by storm? So have we! And sometimes when you love something you’ve read, you want to knit or crochet a project that reflects it. …
Are your ears feeling a bit of a chill in the mornings and evenings? We’ve got some stylish hat patterns to help with that.
Cropped cardigans are everywhere now. Some of them are cropped to the waist, some to the ribcage, and some are so small they almost belong in our Sweater Scarf roundup. Because they are small, they are a good way to add some warmth while also showing off whatever you have underneath. If you are of…
This is the ultimate history of the granny square! Learn about its origins in 1885, its evolution in 1888, and the popularity it finds in every generation.
Scarflette knitting and crochet patterns have been hot for several years now and show no sign of dying down. When the Financial Times and the Guardian write articles about tiny scarves, you know that skinny scarf knitting and crochet patterns are super on trend. So why are they so popular right now? Well, they’re something…
If you’re looking for a pick me up to pull you out of your winter malaise, one of these loud sweater knitting patterns might just be the answer! There’s a reason these sweaters have become so popular; we all need a little cheer. If you’ve never made anything like this before, it’s your chance to…
Bandanas, kerchiefs and headbands have all rocketed to popularity over the past few years. Some people wear them just to hold their hair back, some for religious reasons, others as a political statement, and still others as a fashion accessory. And best of all, they whip up quickly, so you can try out many different…
It’s not just a phase, Mum, it’s a new modern classic! Since 2021, bonnet, hood and balaclava knitting and crochet patterns have been getting hotter and hotter. They’re the perfect way to look cool while you keep warm this winter. Whether your vibe is apoca-chic or glamourama, there is a bonnet, hood or balaclava pattern…