Episode 4 features a review of the new Lion Brand Re-Spun yarn and the Lighthouse Beanie. If you buy something using the links on this blog post, I may earn a small commission (these are called affiliate links). You can read The Knit McKinley’s full disclosure policy here. You can watch episode 4 by clicking here. https://youtu.be/hZUc00e0NRA…
Episode 3 includes yarn reviews of Lion Brand's Comfy Cotton Blend & Cotton Candy Blend plus a closer look at the Farmer's Market Tote. If you buy something using the links on this blog post, I may earn a small commission (these are called affiliate links). You can read The Knit McKinley’s full disclosure policy here.…
Continue reading ➞ The Knit McKinley Podcast Episode 3: Cotton Yarns & Farmers Market Tote
Episode 2 includes yarn reviews of Urth Yarn's Harvest Worsted, Lion Brand's Hue + Me, and Lion Brand's Re-Spun Thick & Quick. If you buy something using the links on this blog post, I may earn a small commission (these are called affiliate links). You can read The Knit McKinley’s full disclosure policy here. Episode 2…
A Round-Up of My 21 Hats for Hat Not Hate (with Links to Free Patterns) If you buy something using the links on this blog post, I may earn a small commission (these are called affiliate links). You can read The Knit McKinley’s full disclosure policy here. All 21 of my hats! I just finished up…
The Sunset Nights yarn in the Atacama Desert colorway. I've been experimenting a lot with new yarns recently, especially Lion Brand's spring and summer offerings. One of these new yarns is Sunset Nights, a 90% acrylic/ 10% polyester yarn, with gradual color transitions that create an ombre effect. I picked up one ball of the…
Continue reading ➞ Sunset Nights: Yarn Review & Rotunda Cowl
Updates on the Day in the Park Cloche, including tips for picking your yarn, needles, and adding the bow to your hat.
Knitting recipe/ pattern for a super-bulky winter hat. The Lincoln Park hat is an easy to follow pattern with quick, gorgeous results.
Yarn Review and Comparison of the Truboo and Coboo Yarns, breaking down what's similar and different about these two yarns yarns. And why you may want to pick Coboo or Truboo for your next project.
Construction: This knit tote features a solid base and stretchy lace sides. You begin with a diagonal base knit back and forth before switching to knitting in the round to make the sides, top, and handles. This means minimal ends to weave in and no seams to sew.
I have been looking for a new community knitting project to donate hats to and have found a really good project that aligns with things I consider important.