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Free knitting stitch patterns

Del — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:17:45 +0000

There are quite a few stitch dictionaries available. Some hold hundreds of different stitch patterns in them for you to try. These are useful if you’re looking to incorporate an original design or add a unique border or hem to a project.

You can always invest in a stitch dictionary in book form, but you may find yourself needing two, three or more. That’s fine if you want to add to your knitting library, but this can get expensive.

You can also find free knitting stitch patterns on the Web. What I like about this particular site is that, as far as I can tell, all of the stitch patterns are accompanied by a photo, so you know exactly how the finished product should look. Many of the stitch patterns also come with a free pattern using that stitch.

Using stitch pattern resources like this allow you to try a stitch out to see if you like it and how you can use it in an original or modified design.

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Invaluable resource: The Walker Treasury Project

Del — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:13:32 +0000

Every now and then, you come across something so delightful and useful — and you find out it’s free to boot, to make it even more amazing. That’s how I feel about the blog, The Walker Treasury Project.

This blog features a neverending stream of pattern swatches from Barbara Walker’s treasuries, all submitted by knitters who want to share how a particular pattern looks in living color (since many of the photos in the treasuries are in black-and-white). There are guidelines to sharing a swatch, so be sure to read all of the posted information if you want to get involved.

The site is well-organized to help you select a swatch to view, depending on what you’re looking for, especially if you want to design something yourself. While the patterns are not posted (either you already have a collection of the treasuries or you might be interested in what to expect before you buy), you can get some inspiration and a wealth of ideas.

It’s a good site for anyone looking for patterns to incorporate into their own designs or anyone who wants to see just why Barbara Walker continues to be such a huge name in knitting.

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Free crochet patterns for dogs

Del — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 08:34:43 +0000

Don’t think I forgot about man’s (or woman’s!) best friend just because I posted free crochet patterns for kitty yesterday. Today, I bring you some crochet patterns for your favorite pooch:

Dog bed

Easy dog sweater – With helpful tutorial

Bandana – Very cute and quick!

Doggie bone – You’ll need this additional 3D heart pattern

Enjoy! And, if you can’t get enough of puppies and doggies, check out The Doggy Blog, where it’s all dogs, all the time.

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