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20 Easy Fingerless Gloves Crochet Patterns

October 5, 2019| Crafts & DIY, Crochet

One of the worst things about winter is going out in the cold without the right pair of gloves on. Nothing’s more painful than stiff, frozen fingers, and if you have the wrong set of gloves on, forget even trying to use your phone.

That’s why I’ve put together this list of 20 easy fingerless gloves crochet patterns. Regardless of what kind of gloves you’re looking to make, you’ll find what you’re looking for below. There’s literally a pattern suitable for everyone, including males, females, adults, and children.

Happy Crocheting!

Easy Elizabeth Stitch Fingerless Gloves

Keep your hands cozy on a chilly day with these gloves. These crochet gloves are quick to make, taking only a 2 -3 hours to complete. They are the perfect accessory to complete any outfit. With the holidays on the way, they also make a thoughtful handmade gift to give to your friends and family.

Via Dabbles & Babbles

The Malia Wrist Warmers

Wrist warmers or fingerless gloves are a great way to keep your hands warm without taking away your ability to function! This pattern is two-toned, but of course, you can crochet yours up in one solid color. Add a couple of decorative buttons to complete the look.

Via Little Monkeys Crochet

Chunky Fingerless Gloves

These would make an awesome Christmas gift for someone this holiday season. They’re adorable! This pattern is slightly different in that you begin from the palm portion of this project and work your way down towards the wrists.

Via Domestic Bliss Squared

Lily Lemon Peel Mittens

If you’re a beginner crocheter, a great place to start is making gloves or mittens as the textured stitch is very forgiving of mistakes or lumps and bumps. Give it a try!

Via Burgundy & Blush

50-minute Fingerless Crochet Gloves

These crochet fingerless gloves are so simple you can easily make a pair in less than an hour! Perfect for the fall, winter and chilly spring days. They make a great gift as well!

Via Repeat Crafter Me

Puff Stitch Fingerless Gloves

Autumn is in full swing! The leaves are turning (and falling), the hipsters are guzzling Pumpkin Spice Lattes, and the temperate is dropping dramatically! These fingerless gloves will keep your hands warm for the coming Winter months.

Via Slip Stitch Hollow

Shell N chains Fingerless Gloves

Shell N chains fingerless gloves have a girly look that young girls always love. This pattern is so quick, easy and fun.

Via Crochet For You

Textured Fingerless Gloves

With the cool of winter in the air, these gloves are perfect. Especially if you have a touch screen phone or iPod. Keeps your hands warm and your fingers free. They’re also just great around the house to keep the chill away from your hands.

Via Calleigh Clips

Ombre Fingerless Gloves

The Ombre Fingerless Gloves are great for beginners and make a nice solid accessory, no holes, just warmth. The simple stitch and stitch placement make for an interesting and classic look. The lovely, smooth transition of colors in this yarn is beautiful, made with Red Heart Super Saver Ombre yarn.

Via The Purple Poncho

Lemon Peel Fingerless Gloves

This pattern is the combination of alternating single crochet and double crochet stitches. You’ll love the look of texture that is created by the alternating heights of stitches.

Via Creations By Courtney

Polly Fingerless Gloves

Perfect for the chilly days of spring or for an office that never seems to get warm. These gloves don’t get in the way when texting, typing or taking photos. The off-set grit-stitch creates a lovely lace effect that makes these gloves a showstopper.

Via Made With A Twist

Adeline Fingerless Mitts

This is a must-have fingerless gloves crochet pattern that works up lightning fast. The design features a faux cable made with chain stitches that makes it perfect for beginners.

Via Crochet Dreamz

Chrissy’s Cabled Fingerless Gloves

They are a breeze to construct and for gloves, they work up surprisingly quickly! These were worked using Red Heart With Love in Tan, it is so soft and thick and very nice looking. It gives your projects a more polished look.

Via Haute Kippy

Primrose and Proper Fingerless Gloves

These fingerless gloves are worked sideways to begin, then you will fold the rectangle in half, put the edging on both ends, and then sew up the sides leaving room for the thumb hole. It’s pretty easy, and once you make the first glove the second should go very quickly.

Via Kristen Holloway Designs

The Mustard Mitts

Get set for a chilly winter with these versatile and on-trend mitts! Made from soft 4ply yarn, the soft ribbing and texture stitch body are just the thing. They are practical too – a toggle holds back the finger cover when you need your fingers free and then it pops over when you want to be warm all over. A great project to keep, give and make again!

Via Hanjan Crochet

Charmed Fingerless Gloves

This is an easy stitch repeat that creates such a soft and eye-pleasing texture. The gloves are designed in two sizes, but you can easily size them for your preference!

Via Pattern Paradise

Crochet Wrist Warmers

During the colder and darker seasons it’s nice to wear a pair of crocheted wrist warmers. For this pair of wrist warmers you need 29g yarn and to the edge 8g yarn with hook 3,5.

Via Crochet Millan

Chunky Mitts for Everyone

Need a quick gift for just about anyone on your list? Chunky Mitts are not only easy as pie to stitch up, but they also take very little time thanks to super bulky yarn and a large hook. Included are sizes for men, women, and kids!

Via Fiber Flux Blog

Up North Crochet Fingerless Mitten

The Up North Fingerless mittens are a nice cozy mitten to wear year-round. These fingerless mittens feature the front post double crochet stitch that gives it a great texture and makes them look thick and cozy.

Via Traverse Bay

Lacy Silk Fingerless Gloves

This free crochet pattern is called the Lacy Silk Fingerless Gloves. They are truly silky and feel very light and airy. They will make you look pretty and gorgeous, and they really do make you feel like a million bucks, too.

Via Nicki’s Homemade Crafts

Whether you’re wanting a nice chunky glove that provides you extra warmth, or you’re looking for gloves that you can wear year-round, this list has got you covered. Don’t ever go out in the cold again without a pair of gloves to match the weather (and whatever you’re wearing).

Whichever project you choose, one or all, I hope you have fun crocheting these fingerless gloves, and that you share the love with all of your friends and family!

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21 Cozy Scarf Knitting Patterns That Will Get You Ready For Fall

September 17, 2019| Crafts & DIY, Knitting

What’s one thing you can’t live without during the cooler Fall season? A cozy knit scarf, of course! Not only does it up your personal style, it also gives warmth and comfort too!

For people who are learning how to knit, scarves are always a great place to start. We’ve chosen a variety of types of scarves including, knit cowl scarf patterns, triangle scarf patterns cabled scarf patterns, lace scarf patterns, infinity scarf patterns and even links to the very popular Doctor Who scarf knitting pattern and the Harry Potter scarf knitting pattern.

Not only are there beautiful scarves for women, but we’ve also included some men’s scarf knitting patterns as well.

We’ve gathered here 21 cozy scarf knitting patterns that you can knit quickly, just in time for fall and impending winter. If you’re a beginner at knitting, these should be the perfect knitting project to get you started.

Infinity Scarf Knitting Pattern

This knit infinity scarf pattern is a quick and easy scarf to make, which makes it perfect for beginners. The scarf is knitted using seed stitch and will keep you warm during the colder months, as it is made with super bulky yarn.

Via Handy Little Me

Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf Knitting Pattern

The stitches that create this beautiful and textured scarf pattern are a simple combination of strategic yarn-overs and decreases. The lace knit pattern has a wonderful dimensionality while the stockinette pattern curls around your neck like a big soft hug.

Via Purl Soho

The Rosewood Scarf

The Rosewood Scarf is a reversible cabled scarf knit entirely in fisherman’s rib. The combination of fisherman’s rib and wide alternating cables make for a sublimely squishy knit that you won’t want to put down.

Via Knifty Knittings

Jagged Triangular Scarf Knitting Pattern

Triangular scarves are easy to work, can be worn as either a scarf or a shawl, and garter stitch scarves or shawls are always popular in the knitting world. The Jagged Triangular Scarf is an easy sideways garter stitch scarf and the increase stitch used in the body of the scarf is the kfb stitch.

Via Leah Michelle Designs

Doctor Who Scarf Knitting Pattern

Those who follow Doctor Who will know exactly what we’re talking about when we say the “fourth Doctor Who scarf”. The BBC (makers of the Doctor Who TV series) has been kind enough to release a pattern, so you can knit your own scarf.

Via Tor.com

The Traveler Knit Infinicowl Scarf

This is called the “Traveler Scarf” because I think the versatility of wearing it up, down or all around makes it a cozy choice to wear while your traveling by foot. It’s pretty big to pack in your carry-on for the airplane, but if you will be walking through the cold, this will be a welcome accessory.

Via Mama In A Stitch

Trailblazer Scarf

This Trailblazer scarf was the perfect one-skein project for this pretty skein of Cold Springs Creations yarn in ‘Acorn’. It has that gentle crescent shape that makes it almost a shawl, but with all the easy wearability of a simple knit scarf.

Via Knitted Bliss

Cedar Hill Scarf

It’s impossible not to think cozy squishy knits as soon as September rolls around. The Cedar Hill Scarf may look much more complicated, but once you get the hang of it, it can also be relaxing and addicting to work on. The stitches in the Cedar Hill Scarf make it a unisex accessory that will quickly become a staple of any winter wardrobe.

Via Two Of Wands

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Larch Triangle Scarf Knit Pattern

This is a quick and easy little scarflet, or knit triangular neck scarf worked in fingering weight yarn. Gauge really does not matter. Just pick a yarn you like and choose a needle size that produces a drape that suits you and enjoys.

Via Ravelry

Misty Rainbow Scarf

Misty Rainbow is a stylish knit infinity scarf that shows off the best of unusually colored yarn. Rows of Herringbone Stitch create a beautiful texture that highlights the changes in colors. The fabric looks nice from both sides and is dense enough to keep you warm and cozy.

Via Life Is Cozy

Waffle Neck Warmer Knitting Pattern

This Waffle Knit Neck Warmer Scarf is the perfect knitting project to keep you cozy while you Netflix and Knit. If you love knitting up easy projects, create this fashion accessory inspired by Eleven’s favorite Eggos treat from “Stranger Things.”

Via Studio Knit

Cherry Pie Scarf

Cherry Pie is a sweet short scarf with star stitch. The scarf has a keyhole. It’s an easy and quick pattern to knit!

Via Yucca Knit

Simply Ribbed Scarf Knitting Pattern

Simply Ribbed is just that simple ribbed knit scarf. It is reversible with both sides having a wonderful ribbed effect. The scarf is fun to knit and very simple so that even a beginner is able to successfully knit this pattern.

Via Blueprint

Wheat

Cast on and learn to knit! Wheat is a great beginner knit scarf, backed up by tutorials showing how to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, and read a knitting pattern. From your first scarf to mittens, socks, and sweaters learn all you need to know to make modern seamless knits for the entire family.

Via Tin Can Knits

Knitted Scarf

This knitted scarf is worked up quickly and if you like the look of the scarf you can sew the ends together to make an infinity scarf. The contrasting colors are great and since there are many different colors to choose from, there are many combinations of colors that would look nice together.

Via Jess Crafting

Mustard Scarf

A simple short knit scarf featuring openwork and button closure. Compliments the uniqueness of hand died and handspun yarns beautifully. Perfect instant gratification knitting or a project for that last-minute gift.

Via Jane Richmond

Harry Potter Scarf Pattern

The beloved Harry Potter scarf actually happens to make a great fall knit scarf with its great seasonal colors. You can also easily make it into any other colors that you may have been sorted into at Hogwarts.

Via Studio Knit

Reversible Circles of Lace

This reversible knit scarf was worked horizontally to be 13″ wide, however, the pattern can also be worked lengthwise with more stitches. The yarn used for this model was a grey graded wool/tussah silk blend….so lovely…very soft and comfortable and handspun.

Via Olives & Mermaids

Elegant Seed Stitch Scarf

Looking for an elegant scarf that is suitable for anyone of any age? Look no further! This gorgeous seed stitch scarf knitting pattern is perfect for beginners and features a beautifully textured seed stitch design. Perfect for men, women, and kids!

Via Posh Patterns

Golden Windowpane Scarf

A billowy, luminous knit scarf featuring textural stripes worked in golden yellow, reminiscent of late afternoon sunlight through a tall window. The alpaca fiber lends wonderful warmth, drape, and sheen.

Via Ravelry

The Transitional Infinity Scarf

You will really love this pattern because it is so warm, it’s super soft, and it’s very versatile. In fact, you can wear it at least three different ways: As an infinity scarf, wrap it around and pull the back up over your head for extra warmth.

Via Wake And Whimsy

Onete Scarf

Onete is an easy to knit triangular scarf with a pretty eyelet edge. It’s knit using one skein of Manos del Uruguay Fino yarn.

Via Noble Knits

Seed Stitch Infinity Scarf Knitting Pattern

This knitted fashion accessory is a cozy, super simple free pattern you can knit up right now. It’s beginner-friendly, easy level, and uses just one skein of yarn (approx 204 yards).

Via Studio Knit

Whether you’re knitting these for fall or winter, these scarf knitting patterns have enough variety and style that you’ll have plenty to choose from. You can make these in fall colors or go wild and add your personal touch!

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10 Easy Cable Knitting Patterns Perfect for First-timers

August 16, 2019| Crafts & DIY, Knitting

Want to be able to create those lovely cables you see on well-loved knitted sweaters? These easy cable knitting patterns should help you get started. From easy knitting projects like headbands, beanies, to blankets, these cable knitting patterns are perfect for teaching beginners some new knitting skills.

While cables may seem overwhelming to knit, they’re actually just knit stitches made in a different order which gives you the twisted stitch look. It simply takes some time, a bit of patience and you’ll have it figured out in no time flat.

We’ve gathered here 10 of the easiest patterns for first-time knitters to tackle that most fascinating of knitting wonders – cables! Once you learn these basics, you might just find yourself creating your own twisty cables yourself!

Chunky Cable Knit Headband

This is a super simple knitting pattern using super bulky yarn and you can use whichever method you’d like. Get to work making tons of these for all your friends and family!

Via The Snugglery

Berk Beanie

The Berk beanie is the perfect beginner’s cable knitting pattern. If you haven’t tried or attempting to learn cable knitting, this is the perfect project for you!

Via Hooked On Tilly Life

Super Bulky Toddler Cable Hat

This pattern is knitted in the round with circular & double pointed needles. It’s a super quick and easy knitting pattern, ideal if you’re new to knitting cables. This one made the perfect baby shower gift for a friend!

Via Hello Dolly Knitting

Cable-Knit Headband

This cable-knit headband knits up super quick because it’s made with chunky yarn, and the cables make it look a lot more complicated than it actually is.

Via DIY in PDX

Celtic Cables Cowl

This cowl is so much fun to knit. It is super soft and warm, with that lovely squishy texture unique to cable knitting. Perfect for a winter day.

Via Knotions

Big Cables Pillow

This cable-textured pillow sure adds hominess and style to modern or traditional décor. The big cables throughout the pillow pattern gives it a nice touch.

Via RedHeart

Chunky Cabled Cowl

Cable stitches add so much style to outdoor accessories, yet are very easy to create! This cowl is knit up with a simple six stitch cable pattern. If you are new to cables, don’t be intimidated. It’s your time to learn and get ready to take your knitting to a whole new level.

Via Leelee Knits

Cable It Up

Yes! These cables look great from the front or the back! This scarf is just a few easily repeated rows. The pattern doesn’t say it…but you’ll need a cable needle too!

Via Ravelry

Cable Knit Cup Cozy

Even if you’re a beginner knitter, I think you’ll find this pattern pretty simple. With your own unique cup cozy, everyone knows whose cup is whose. And, you can show off your chic cup cozy to everyone else in the coffee shop, right?

Via Six Clever Sisters

Easy Cable Knit Blanket

The Easy Cable Knit Blanket Pattern is the perfect pattern to practice your cable knitting skills while also making something beautiful for your home. This easy knitting pattern uses alternating stripes of seed stitch and cabled design to create a knit blanket with the ultimate great texture and look.

Via All Free Knitting

There are a lot of cable knitting patterns out there to try after you’re done with these easy ones. Jump in and take the knitting plunge!

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17 Easy Knitting Projects

July 13, 2019| Crafts & DIY, Knitting

Knitting is amazing. It’s so delicate and requires focus. It makes beautiful knitting projects that you can share with others or keep to yourself. This list of free knitting patterns has everything someone creative could dream of.

From knitted sweaters to smaller projects like bookmarks and finger puppets, there’s something for everyone. Choose from these all free knitting patterns and make something special. If you haven’t learned how to knit, now is your chance.

Striped Baby Blanket

This knitting pattern has a tricolor striped design. The striped fabric is surrounded by a textured border created using the seed stitch. If you are just learning how to knit, give this knit blanket a try. You’ll have fun and learn a lot of valuable skills on the way.

Via Dabbles & Babbles

Knit Mittens

The pattern for these knit mittens uses the magic loop technique. If you have not tried this method, you are truly missing out! It’s simple, elegant, and you don’t even have to worry about ladders between where one needle ends and the next one begins. This is a great mitten pattern to learn how to knit for beginners.

Via Leelee Knits

Rib Ridge Dishcloth

If you’re looking for some beginner knitting projects, this Rib Ridge knitted dishcloth pattern is perfect. Knitting patterns can seem overwhelming, so starting with a smaller project like this knitted dishcloth will help.

Via Dabbles & Babbles

Knit Pullover

There’s nothing like cuddling up to a good book and a warm cup of tea. And, this warm pullover fits the scene perfectly. Bernat Roving is a soft, thick, and easy-to-use knitting yarn that brings this lovely stitch to life, creating a gorgeous final piece. Plus, being perfect for the beginner knitter, this knit sweater really is that easy-going!

Via Yarnspiration

Finger Knit Bunny

If you have already learned how to finger knit and are looking for more finger knitting projects, you may absolutely ADORE our easy finger knitting bunny DIY!

Via Redtedart

Knit Dishcloth

This is the easiest knit dishcloth pattern out there and you aren’t going to need much to make it. You only need to know how to do a couple of rows and then you pretty much repeat them the rest of the time. This is one of those easy patterns you can learn to knit on.

Via Instructables Craft

DIY Knit Basket

This cute DIY basket can be knitted in about an hour even if you’re a slow knitter. A perfect project for someone who knows how to knit but wants to create something a bit more exciting than a scarf.

Via Little Yellow Wheel Barrow

Flat Knit Slippers

If you’re new to knitting, most slipper patterns might seem intimidating. Most patterns require double point needles and heel shaping. This Flat Knit Slippers Knitting Pattern is ideal for beginner knitters or anyone looking for a fast & easy pair of knit slippers.

Via Gina Michele

Back Porch Shawl

This knitted shawl is PERFECT to wrap yourself up in on those chilly mornings drinking coffee out on the back porch or enjoying a glass of wine in the evening. Created using only the garter stitch with a simple yarn over at the end of every row, it makes a great knitting pattern for a novice.

Via Lovecrafts

Pretty Kitty Cat Hat

This knitted hat for babies is as cute as it sounds. With little ears and some whiskers embroidered into this hat, this makes for one of the more creative knitting ideas out there.

Via Flax & Twine

Knitted Baby Booties

if you have never made knitted baby booties you will think that it must be complicated being so tiny and with so many curves and shapes, but that’s not true! They make for simple patterns. You will only need to know how to cast on and bind off stitches, knit garter stitch and make decreases.

Via Creativa Atelier

Cotton Candy Knit Cardigan

It’s seriously the softest knit cardigan! A soft, pink, fluffy sweater calls for the name “Cotton Candy Easy Knit Cardigan,” right? While it’s fleecy and wonderful for winter, this sweater’s airy and light enough to take you into a cool spring day as well. It’s a perfect knitting project for those of you who want to make a sweater for the first time.

Via Mama In A Stitch

Heart Face Scrubby

These little knitted heart scrubbies are super quick to make. The simple pattern also makes it easy to knit. They don’t use much yarn either, so they’re great for using up leftover scrap yarn. It is a beginner to easy level knitting pattern and is great for knitters who have an understanding of knits and purls.

Via Purlsandpixels

Bookmark Trio

This free knitting pattern for knitted bookmarks is a great project for the beginner knitter. It’s also a wonderful gift for a book-lover. This trio includes a basic garter stitch pattern and two more advanced openwork patterns.

Via Tricksy Knitter

Hobo Shopping Bag

This is also an all free knitting pattern that comes together nice and easy. You’ll enjoy improving your knit and purl stitches while you create a super cute hobo bag you can be proud of. Unleash your creativity and knit a colorful and useful shopping bag!

Via Craftown

Super Chunky Hoodie Hat

Knit this charming and warm hoodie knit hat pattern for the whole family! Quick to knit and warm to wear, this charming pattern will be one of your new go-to knitting patterns. It is a wonderful pattern for beginners who are looking to learn how to start knitting.

Via Allfreeknitting

The Katy Cowl

A beautiful chunky knit scarf looks great on everyone! This cowl is a perfect beginner project. Or, it is perfect for the experienced knitter to click away mindlessly in the car, at practice, on the airplane, in front of the tv, etc. Learn how to knit this project quickly and with ease.

Via Flax and Twine

These knitting patterns are fun and diverse. There are so many options to choose from and most of them make great beginner knitting projects.

If you’re a little nervous, start with one of the knitted dishcloth patterns or the bookmarks. If you’re feeling more adventurous, try making the knitting projects with shaping such as a sweater or a pair of slippers.

Knitting is a beautiful skill to have. You’ll be amazed by the projects you end up with. You just have to take the plunge and get started. What pattern are you going to make?

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