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Meet the Sixth Degree Shawl. Cast on this gorgeous, free pattern designed with American made, ethically-sourced yarn!

Sixth Degree Shawl

May 9, 2016 16 Comments

In case this isn’t incredibly obvious by now, I love knitting shawls. I’m obsessed with playing with the geometry possibilities, the outfit possibilities, and the chance to show off some beautiful yarn on the canvas that is a big, flat piece of knitting. This new shawl pattern began as a wee experiment with making a shawl featuring increases along one side of the work every few rows, which forms a right triangle. I love the fact that the yarn over increases are hidden in this piece’s chain edge and the wide, diagonal ribs are formed by simply alternating groups of 6 knit and purl stitches, hence the name Sixth Degree Shawl. I hope you enjoy knitting this as much as I did!

Feel Good Mitts by Heidi Gustad. Get your hands on the pattern for these skill-building and versatile hand warmers!

New pattern & giveaway alert! Feel Good Mitts

May 4, 2016 3 Comments

My newest pattern is now available, and it’s all about keeping your hands warm to make them feel good! Learn how to get your hands on it, and enter to win 6 mini skeins of Feel Good Yarn Company’s SilverSpun Sport and a drawstring project bag!

How to knit a chain edge

How to Knit a Chain Edge

April 25, 2016 15 Comments

Learn how to knit a chain edge, an easy knitting trick to make your finished projects look amazing!

12 free knit and crochet patterns to help you stitch away stress.

12 Patterns to Help Stitch Away Stress

April 11, 2016 3 Comments

The one in which I open up (a little) about my anxiety. Mostly check out 12 easy-to-make knit and crochet patterns that are perfect for helping you stitch away stress. :)

Check out some of the yarn you can get your hands on in Iceland, and it's all wool!

An Icelandic Yarn Haul

April 6, 2016 7 Comments

A close look at some of the supremely affordable yarns you can find in the most surprising corners of Iceland, a country whose love for wool can’t be denied!

Hands Occupied for Blitsy

Happy Crafting with Blitsy

March 2, 2016 Leave a Comment

Check me out on Blitsy! I’m sharing free patterns, tutorials, and host a live weekly yarn segment on their online show. Join me for some fun!

Leucadia is a new knitting pattern from designer Heidi Gustad, featuring undulating lace bordered with eyelets for a lightweight, elegant and adaptable wrap. Pattern is available as a Ravelry download, click through for the link.

Meet Leucadia!

February 22, 2016 Leave a Comment

Leucadia is Heidi’s newest knitting pattern, featuring undulating lace bordered with eyelets for a lightweight, elegant and adaptable wrap. Pattern is available as a Ravelry download, click through for the link.

Learn how a simple donated baby hat can help save lives - click through for more information and three free patterns to get you started!

Celebrate Heart Month with Knitting & Crochet!

February 15, 2016 2 Comments

Learn how a simple donated baby hat can help save lives – read on for more information and three free patterns to get you started!

Click through to get a free pattern for the Quad Cable Scarf by Heidi Gustad

Quad Cable Scarf

February 8, 2016 4 Comments

This scarf is a quick and snuggly knit thanks to using a nice, bulky yarn. And the featured cable makes it complicated enough that you won’t get bored knitting a classic scarf. A win/win!

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Heidi Gustad modeling the Intarsia Mountain afghanHi! I’m Heidi Gustad, a Knit & Crochet Designer obsessed with colorful knitting, crochet & yarn crafts. In this picture, I’m wearing my favorite vintage Norwegian sweater.
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