Knatterings & Ramblings
As well as knitterly knatterings, on the blog you’ll find a range of my ramblings on topics such as nature, arty farty fun, gardening, creativity & well being, and anything else that I think you’ll enjoy.
Happy Creating!
Donna x
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Circular needles - what length should you use?
This post demystifies circular needles, how these are measured and what is the best length to use for your project.
Republish your knitting patterns with these 7 steps
This guide explores the benefits and best practices for republishing your knitting patterns with these 7 steps .
Getting the most out of your Yarn & Fibre Festival Experience
Whether you’re a seasoned yarn festival-goer or a first-time attendee, here are some hints and tips to help make the most of your festival experience.
Colourful knits: Fairisle or Stranded Knitting Tips
Top tips to help you create beautiful fairisle or stranded knitting.
Unlocking the Magic: Why Every Knitter Should Master Professional Finishing Techniques
Mastering these techniques will unlock a whole new level of creativity and confidence in your craft.
Knit your way to 5 a day for Wellbeing
Eating 5 a day fruit and veg for our physical health is a familiar notion, but there is another type of 5 a day we should attend to. This takes care of our mental and emotional wellness, and knitting can be a big help.
Fun Festive Makes #3: Greetings Cards
In this 3 part series we're looking at a few fun and relatively quick festive makes, so you can enjoy some crafty goodness over the season without getting overwhelmed.
Fun Festive Makes #2: Paper Snowflakes
A quick and easy way to get into the festive mood is to make some good old fashioned paper snow flakes.
Fun Festive Makes #1: Gift Knits
4 free projects for swift gift knitting: First in a series fun and relatively quick festive makes, so you can enjoy some crafty goodness over the season without getting overwhelmed.
Homemade Christmas Mincemeat
Making & giving mincemeat has become one of my simple seasonal traditions and one that I particularly enjoy. This vegetarian recipe is great for gift giving.
Owning your craft #1: Choosing the right knitting project for you.
Make sure your next project makes you heart sing rather than sigh.
Siskin Hat & New Pattern Layout
Improving pattern layout to enhance the knitter’s experience.
Out Today- Treecreeper Mitts in Knit Now Magazine
My Treecreepers mitts are out today in Knit Now Magazine, issue 135!
How to Knit with Magic Loop
Ho to get set up with magic loop plus make an invisible join to get started knitting in the round.
Which Cast On Should I use?
Every knitter needs a basic repertoire of staple cast ons, and in this series of tutorials I’ve curated a selection of 7 workhorse cast ons that you’ll use time after time.
New: Greenfinch Mitts
Continuing on the birdy theme, the pattern for my new Greenfinch Mitts is out today!
