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Knitting Video Tutorial-Braided Cable Knit Throw

September 21, 2018 By admin Leave a Comment

Red Heart has brought us a beautiful NEW yarn, Hygge. This is the perfect yarn for getting cozy through the winter or any time. In this video tutorial I will show you how to work up the Braided Cable Knit Throw, a FREE pattern from Red Heart. Working cables can look intimidating but in this video I give you tips and tricks to be successful. Download your FREE pattern and let's get started.

Braided cable knit throw in soft lavender, featuring a textured stitch, draped elegantly over a light-colored armchair.

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Filed Under: Free Patterns, Knitting, Pattern, YouTube Video Tutorial

Brioche Knit Shawl || Lacy Stripes Knit Shawl

September 14, 2018 By admin Leave a Comment

Knit Lacy Stripes Shawl worn on the model around her neck. Words that read Lacy Stripes Shawl - Marly BIrd

On the Marly Bird YouTube channel, there's another video tutorial showing you how to make a wonderful brioche knit shawl. The Lacy Stripes Shawl is a FREE pattern from Red Heart that you can download on their website. Learn along with me how to increase using yarn overs to make this beautiful striped partial brioche triangle shawl.

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Filed Under: Free Patterns, Knit Shawl Patterns, Knitting, Pattern, YouTube Video Tutorial

Loop-It, loop-It real good…NEW Loop-It Yarn from Red Heart

September 10, 2018 By admin 9 Comments

Loop-It, loop-It real good…NEW Loop-It Yarn from Red Heart! This loopy, puffy yarn is great for blankets, scarves, cowls, hats, ponchos, etc. You name it, and you can finger knit it with this great Loop-it by Red Heart Yarn!

Red Heart is at it again with a BRAND NEW YARN just for you. This yarn is not just for knitters and crocheters though, it is for all crafters. You can learn the mechanics of knitting with this loopy yarn and without having to wrangle the needles to get that really great knit look.  How do you knit without needle? Well, that's easy, you use your fingers!

UPDATE: It's no longer as easy to find Loop It Yarn. However, you can use Bernat Alize Blanket – EZ yarn in exactly the same way. Feel free to substitute this yarn in any of the Loop It Free Patterns you want to use.

Yay, simple finger knitting with a puffy yarn that is designed to help you work the stitches without dropping a stitch. What, did Marly just say “no more dropped stitches”?  Yes, yes I did. The loops of the yarn combined with the construction of the actual yarn make it so the stitches stay in place as you work across or around the project. *I can hear you celebrating all the way over here*

Okay, are you ready to learn how this yarn works? Let's go ahead and Loop-It, loop-It real good…NEW Loop-It Yarn from Red Heart

Red Heart Loop It Yarn

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Introducing the FREE Crochet Chevron Waves Wrap Pattern

September 7, 2018 By admin 1 Comment

This is the pattern that you have all been waiting for! Some of the wonderful Minions in the Marly's Minions Facebook group spotted the new profile pictures I loaded to the website. I didn't think that you were paying attention to that photo so I used a one of me in a brand new wrap pattern. You caught me red handed! Today is the day that you get the pattern for yourself and I can't wait to see what color you choose to make it in. Enjoy the FREE Crochet Chevron Waves Wrap pattern, you can also purchase an ad free PDF of this crochet wrap in my Ravelry store.

Crochet Wrap in lime greens and teal blues draped around the shoulders of the model. Showing off the Pattern-Chevron Waves Lacy Wrap - Marly Bird
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Filed Under: Crochet, Free Patterns, Marly Bird Premium Patterns, Our Free Patterns, Pattern

Meditative Stitching, is that a THING?

September 6, 2018 By admin 2 Comments

I have been knitting a LONG time and many of those years it has been as part of my job. One of the things I personally struggle with is remembering to take the time to pause and focus on what is going on around me. With so many deadlines and ideas running around it can be so hard to take a moment to breathe and really see what is happening around me.

Katelyn brought to my attention meditative stitching through a class that Olive and Two Ewe is teaching. Since neither of us could make it to the live class we asked Michelle to be a guest on the blog and show us that we can get meditation benefits while doing the things we already are. Meditation doesn't have to be a big scary thing and it isn't as complicated as you might think. Join us in the virtual mini-class.

Vibrant yarns in shades of teal, pink, and cream with text discussing meditative knitting.

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Book Review of Designer Knits

September 5, 2018 By admin 1 Comment

Calling all knitters who love cables and texture, this book is for you! Today Katelyn will take a look inside Designer Knits by Sarah Hatton and Marin Storey. Be sure to grab your copy of the book today and get started on your next designer knit pattern.

Book Review-Designer Knits

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