This page contains affiliate links. I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. If you knit for any length of time, you end up needing stitch markers constantly, and buying them one set at a time gets old fast. So today I am showing you how I make my own DIY Beaded…
Some knitting projects just stick with you. This diagonal scarf pattern is one of mine. I named it the Superman Scarf because of the yarn I used when I first made it, and the man I named it after. My dad had been sick for a long time and nearing the end. I sat many…
Five skeins. No plan. No color chart. No careful pairing. Just yarn pulled from the stash and a quiet decision to start. This Stash Knitting project came together slowly over a month and one extra day, and it reminded me why some of the best knitting projects are the ones we don’t overthink. If you’ve…
A Scrap Blanket Knitting Pattern Update from Knitters Making the Blanket Update: Since launching Tales from the Stash, I’ve received photos from knitters in London and beyond who are making their own scrap blankets. When I asked them what part was hardest, the answer surprised me. It wasn’t the knitting. It was deciding which colors…
When I first heard about Knitted Knockers, I had no idea how much they would change lives—including mine. These hand-knit breast prostheses provide a soft, breathable, and lightweight alternative to traditional prosthetics for women who have undergone mastectomies. As a breast cancer survivor myself, this cause is deeply personal. Over the years, I’ve made and…
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Looking for a beginner-friendly yet visually stunning knitting project? The Zick Zack Scarf is the perfect choice! This simple yet elegant scarf uses two self-striping yarns to create a mesmerizing zigzag effect—all without complicated colorwork. Whether you’re…
This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you If you’re new to knitting — or coming back after a long break — this is the perfect place to start. These simple, satisfying projects are designed to help you build…
The 10 Stitch Blanket is a mesmerizing, spiraling knit blanket that is perfect for using up leftover yarn. This unique pattern, designed by Frankie Brown, is available for free on Ravelry. Look for the variations as well! Unlike traditional blankets that require sewing multiple strips together, this pattern is worked in one continuous spiral, joining…
Knitted Knockers are handmade, soft, and lightweight breast prostheses designed for women who have undergone mastectomies. Unlike traditional silicone prosthetics, these are breathable, comfortable, and can be worn inside a bra without irritation. I’ve been knitting Knitted Knockers for years and donating them to my local oncologist and breast surgeon, where they are given to…