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February 9, 2015 5 Comments

10 Amazing Knitting Patterns to Try

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I’m still compiling data from the reader survey, but one thing that immediately jumped out at me in the results was how many of you enjoy seeing knitting and crochet pattern roundups! I love seeing new patterns too, so I wasn’t particularly surprised. :) This post features 10 knitting patterns that have recently caught my eye and are now on my to-knit list. If there’s a pattern here you particularly love or can’t wait to knit, let me know in the comments!

Things to Knit I - Lucia Hoodie
Lucia Hoodie by Carrie Bostick Hoge / from the eBook Madder Anthology 2: Simple Pleasures

Things to Knit I - Laule'a Socks
Laule’a socks by cabinfour / Ravelry download

Things to Knit I - Mariscos Wrap
Mariscos wrap by Jocelyn Tunney / Ravelry download

Things to Knit I - Cirrus Sweater
Cirrus sweater by Nancy O’Connell / Ravelry download

Things to Knit I - Lost & Found Sweater
Lost & Found sweater by Stephen West / Ravelry download

Things to Knit I - 3 Color Cashmere Cowl
3 Color Cashmere Cowl by Joji Locatelli / Ravelry download / image via

Things to Knit I - Tensfield Hat
Tensfield hat by Martina Behm / Ravelry download

Things to Knit I - Maggie Cardigan
Maggie cardigan by Pam Allen / from the eBook Home: 18 Projects to Keep You Comfy

Things to Knit I - Perennial Hat
Perennial hat by Never Not Knitting / download at designer’s site

Things to Knit I - Lifesavers Cardigan
Lifesavers cardigan by Tanis Lavaelle / Ravelry download

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About Heidi

Heidi Gustad is an artist, author and crafts designer specializing in knitting, crochet, latch hook and macrame. In addition to running the Hands Occupied Blog and Pattern Shop, you can find her making videos & co-hosting the Very Serious Crafts podcast.

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  1. Margaret Price

    February 9, 2015 at 8:12 pm

    love love love the perennial hat!!! Where can i get a printed version of pattern?

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    • Heidi

      February 9, 2015 at 9:36 pm

      I agree! If you click through to the page linked below the image, you can contact the designer on her site. She would know where you can get it in print.

      Reply
  2. Rita Churchill

    March 17, 2015 at 5:25 pm

    I like both the cowl and Marisco wrap. I’ll definitely have to add them to my “to do” list.

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  3. Rosanna Marsh

    September 6, 2015 at 1:00 pm

    i love the pattern of the blue Maggie cardigan where can I get the pattern?

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    • Heidi

      September 6, 2015 at 11:11 pm

      Isn’t it great? Click on the link below it to go to where you can get the pattern. It’s part of an ebook.

      Reply

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Hi, I’m Heidi, the craft book author & maker beh Hi, I’m Heidi, the craft book author & maker behind Hands Occupied! 👋🏻 I’ve been enjoying making Reels a lot lately, but I wanted to bop in to share a regular photo & say hello. 🤓 
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rather than giving you my bio right now, I have a question. I just got this new sweater & I can’t stop imaging how funny it would be to wear this to a knitting class ... is that bad? 🤣🤣🤣
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Pictured: a blond woman with glasses wearing a sweater that reads “all your sweaters are ugly” standing in front of a Christmas tree.
Wet blocking, also called immersive blocking, is o Wet blocking, also called immersive blocking, is one of the most common methods for finishing a knitting project and helping ensure its final size and shape. Learn basic blocking for absolute beginners in an easy-to-follow (non-Reel!) video tutorial! Catch the tutorial on YouTube or the Hands Occupied Blog, link is in bio. 🧶 #handsoccupied #stopswatchandblockit #KPAmbassadorsDec20 #sponsored
Had to share this perfect capture of one of my fav Had to share this perfect capture of one of my favorite weird homemade Christmas ornaments: a simple macramé Santa face with beads for the eyes and nose! My Great-Grandma made it too. 🎄
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Might have to try making a quickie Reel tutorial for this guy - I think it’s the perfect project for it, don’t you? 🎅🏼 #handsoccupied #macrame
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