May Wrap-up…

Hello friend, Can you believe May has come to a close? Has this year felt short to you too? We are halfway through 2023. Sigh... I have a recap for you; my makes, finished and not-quite-finished, as well as new designs you may or may not have seen. Granny Squares Granny Square Blanket Cake Pop…

Pros and Cons to Selling your Handmade Items in Person

Whether you are new to the handmade industry, or have been around for awhile and looking to expand your audience, I'm here to share my thoughts from a recent show I participated in. It was called a Sip 'n Shop. Held at a local clothing boutique where they love to showcase woman owned businesses. Held…

What’s in my Notions Pouch

I have been knitting for over 20 years. There are essentials that MUST be left in my zipper pouch. Though saying that, I have a couple of zipper pouches at all times because I always have WIPS. As a sock designer, I use (mostly) fingering weight yarn, so the supplies will be based off of…

Color Palette Crochet Throw Pattern

Color Palette Throw is a fun pattern to make. It will be your go-to crochet blanket pattern. It's so warm and cuddly using one strand of worsted weight yarn. This easy and textured stitch creates a modern contemporary look. I chose a color palette that had some Boho flair. You choose the color palette that…

2022 – A Year in Review

Hello friend, Following years of uncertainty, with the most challenging of events in history, 2022 proved itself to sustain throughout the entire year. Knit On Designs grew in areas I never imagined. Its strength and endurance proved it will march on through 2023 (and beyond). Life also has a way of throwing in the more…

Just Moving through Life…

Often times, when we're moving through life (our day), we're so busy doing all the "things" that we forget to stop and celebrate our little successes, or even the BIG ones. The truth is, I don't often stop to even think about it until it's the last day of the month. I just keep going.…

New SockPattern for the Self-Striping yarn hiding in your stash

Meet your newest favorite self-striping yarn sock pattern. My Little Sister Chevy Sock Knitting Pattern. A beautiful, yet simple 2-round repeat pattern, perfect for binge watching your favorite Netflix (or Hulu) series. I'm not kidding when I said, meet your newest favorite. This pattern is so repeatable. You'll want to knit a pair for every…

Your New Handmade Business

Have you ever dreamed of having an online handmade business? Are you crafty? Artistic? Business minded? Building an online craft business isn't for the faint of heart. But, it is a way to leverage your passion, and make some money while doing it. It can be a side hustle, or a full-time business. With the…

Another great shortie sock knitting pattern – The Karrie Sock

You know that knitting pattern that just grabs you from the first stitch, and before you know it, it's done? Introducing: The Kerry Sock Knitting Pattern A sweet slipped stitch pattern runs down the front of the sock, with an easy to memorize stitch pattern. It's a meditative knit. The perfect project to take on…

A Creative’s Guide to Product Photography

As a creative, I bet your biggest challenge (hurdle) is feeling like your photos are interesting enough to make those scrollers on social media STOP. Am I right? I got you, boo... I bring over 20 years of experience as a photographer, 14 years as a creative entrepreneur, and 10 of these years shooting products.…

New Sock Pattern, Inspiration for it, and what’s next…

Inspiration for me comes from so many places. In the case of The Magnolia Socks, it was from one of my home decor books, called Color. I love the juxtaposition of the colors; being placed close together with a contrasting effect.. The Magnolia Socks Knitting Pattern is so intriguing, you will be excited to cast…

Quick and Practical Farmhouse Chic Placemat: Sprigs of Thyme Crochet Placemat Pattern

Features simples stitches, which makes this a quick project. I read a lot of home decorating blogs that feature how to decorate a table, room, a home. I'm really inspired by the farmhouse look, and how it creates a cozy home, and maybe save some money by making it myself. As a DIY'er, I'm intrigued…

A New Notebook

I walked into my loft studio, and there across the room sits my green rolling cart filled with notebooks. I may have a notebook addiction. I love a pretty cover, bright pages, maybe dots or lines. I may never use it, or just a few pages. Sometimes I use it up completely. Sometimes just a…

Let’s Recap 2021

Hello! I'm so glad you're here. Are you ready to recap 2021 with me? Let's go! The first pattern released in January 2021 was The Rory Blanket. Pictured above, a gorgeous blanket with clean lines creates a beautiful finished piece. It was also my #1 selling pattern across all of my platforms. I had a…

WIPs (Work in Progress)

This post will be short and sweet. It's an update to my intentional knitting. This sock is one of the WIPs that will be finished today. It's been a slow process. Not because it's hard, but because I'm trying to be more intentional about what I spend time working on. Enough about this, you can…

Bringing Back The Joy of Knitting

Recently, I've spent a lot of my free time knitting, and thinking about making. I grew up crafting for others, especially for the Holidays. My mom and grandma always had knitting needles in their hand. So, it was inevitable, I would too. Being a maker, I've always wanted to make gifts for others. It too,…

A Winding Path leads me Forward…

This morning was a time for reflection, inspiration, and a way for my mind to quiet. If only, for just a minute. Life has a tendency to focus on the end result, rather than the journey. Well friends, I'm here to tell you, that the joy is in the journey. In reading Jo's letter, I…

DIY Crochet Accent Rug

Creating the home you've always wanted starts with your aesthetic. How do you like things to look; the appearance? I'm a creative, who enjoys making things. Home decor accents are among the favorites. A DIY approach to decorating your home can feel cozy to you, yet inviting to your guests. Do you crochet? I have…

Coffee Shop

As someone who loves a GREAT cup of coffee, I also LOVE to work in coffee shops. Have computer or knitting, will travel. This little coffee shop is independently owned. I find the baristas, the music, and the atmosphere to be quite lovely. I wrote my Dishcloth Diva book series sitting in coffee shops. Now…

My Favorite Fingerless Mitts Knitting Pattern

I’m sure you’re a lot like me. You have your go-to accessories. The one you always reach for. I designed these to be your favorite. Hence, the name. I hope you love these as much as I do. It’s basically a mitten without the fingertips. Make them in tons of colors. Give them as gifts.…

Walk in the Woods Socks Pattern

Walk in the Woods SOCKS KNITTING PATTERN Rustic detail run down the sock, creating a fun pattern. I created this sock to worn inside a short boot (bootie), or hiking boot. But, don’t let that stop you if you don’t wear either one. Choose your favorite sock yarn (fingering weight), and make a pair for…

The Miley Knitted Cowl

NEW RELEASE When I was knitting this cowl, the only thing I could think of was, I love this stitch pattern so much! The Miley Knitted Cowl is the PERFECT one skein project, with a simple 2-row repeat. Follow the written instructions to create this beautiful, knitted cowl, with easy to memorize stitches. The perfect…

Fully Finished Piece

I’m so in love with this. I’m so in love with the way it turned out. I used a coordinating fabric which I cut the same size as my finished piece. With right sides together, I sewed up the sides, leaving a large enough hole so I could turn, then stuff. I pressed it first,…

Finally Finished…

I've been stitching for decades. But, seem to go in and out of wanting to. Discovering the pillow tuck way of finishing, has changed my outlook and what I want to stitch. I'm gravitating toward the smaller, tiered tray size patterns. The little pillow in the center of the bowl is one that didn't take…

How to Knit a Pair of Shortie Socks in 10 days (or less)

I don't know about you, but I love to knit socks. Especially, shortie socks. What are shortie socks, you ask? Let me explain... Shortie socks are basically ankle length socks. Socks that peek over the top of your shoe. A sock that's perfect for booties (short boots). I have a formula for getting the entire…

Your Next Two Favorite Knitted Socks to Knit and Love

Fun and Sun Shorty Socks: With simple classic stitches, knit stitches only, and your choice of colors, the Fun and Sun Socks are a true joy to knit. This knitting pattern equips you with detailed written instructions that will have you knitting far into the night. If you're looking to knit up a pair of…

Some Things are Just That Good

I’ve been designing for over a decade. Things like dishcloths, socks, blankets, hats, scarves, cup cozies, fingerless gloves, cowls, and more, have caught the interest of many knitters and crocheters. I have a dishcloth pattern called Ashley. She was first published in June 2011. That’s 10 years, y’all! I’m bringing her back loud and proud.…

Your Next Favorite Knitting Pattern: Ankle Socks to LOVE

Feeling Like a Diamond Sock: with a sweet diamond shape and classic stitches, Feeling Like a Diamond lives up to its name and is a true delight to knit. Diamond, according to google, means: a rarity and a beauty, embraces strength of character and faithfulness to oneself and others. I find that having faith in…

Understanding Blog Tags

Did you ever wonder why bloggers put tags to the side or below on their blog? Me too. Let me help... Not the tags, as in what we hang on things for sale, but tags that help the reader to identify exactly why they came to the blog, or better yet, what they want to…

Wordless Wednesday

Showcasing dishcloth patterns