By Debra Arch
This luxurious garter stitch cowl easily slips over your head to create a visually stunning and warm accessory. Bella can be worn over a long sleeve tunic or under a winter coat for casually chic coziness!
View ProjectFrom the Knit Your Best Year Ever: 19 Knit Stitches, Tips, Tricks and More issue
If you’ve been knitting for more than a few days, you’ve probably seen the abbreviations “M1L” and “M1R” pop up in the patterns you’ve been perusing. As you may know already, these techniques are two of countless types of increases you can use in your knitting. For each instance, you create a new stitch in your work that leans either left or right. Yes, just as the name states—you make one. Knitting these increases is simple enough for even beginners to master easily.
View ProjectFrom the December 2019 issue
The French Cobalt Cardigan is fun and stylish tweak on the French Lavender Cardigan from the February 2018 issue. Made in a bold blue and featuring a cute little tie, this cardi is perfect for donning during those slightly warmer winter days and well into spring. Knit with bulky yarn, this project works up quickly, making it essential to have this season. Toss it on with a simple t-shirt and jeans combination, you’re ready for anything — from running errands to brunch with friends.
View ProjectFrom the December 2019 issue
Sometimes to cure the winter blues, you just need some flower mittens! Featuring the classic shape from the original Snow Day Mittens from the February 2015 issue, this fresh take features a felted finish and a gorgeous floral embellishment.
View ProjectFrom the December 2021 issue
These boot toppers will add texture and a pop of pink to any outfit thanks to the chunky, bright-colored yarn that’s used. Modeled after the cozy Feather Gray Boot Toppers from December 2016, this pretty pink version features a smooth ribbed pattern that’s perfect for tucking into your favorite boots. Finish it off with an I-Cord bind off and you’re ready for anything the weather throws your way.
View ProjectFrom the Holiday Guide issue
With just one skein of yarn, you can make your own crescent shawlette, just like the one pictured. Pair this pattern with your favorite hand-dyed or variegated yarn for best results.
View ProjectBy Tiam Safari
As cozy as a giant hug, this oversized cardigan with balloon sleeves is constructed so there is only one seam! Worked from cuff to center back in two pieces, this project is a breeze to knit and perfect for throwing on when the temperature drops.
View ProjectFrom the October 2019 issue
Quick knits are a warm welcome for relaxing days at the cabin. Bands of stockinette and reverse stockinette stitches add thickness and make this cowl reversible. The cowl is knit just to fit over the head and keep the neck and shoulders warm.
View ProjectFrom the October 2023 issue
Don’t be intimidated by a bold, plaid pattern! This Bonfire Plaid Blanket is surprisingly simple to create. Using an easy rectangular shape, watch as slip stitches and horizontal garter stripes come together to create a delightful plaid pattern right before your eyes.
View ProjectBy Claire Slade
Worked almost entirely in the round, Little Bear is a cute ornament that is quick to make and requires very little finishing. Perfect for the little bear in your life or for your woodland-themed Christmas.
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