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A charming miniature knitted sweater ornament with green and red stripes hangs on a Christmas tree, illuminated by twinkling lights and accompanied by a white snowflake ornament in the background. Discover the free pattern for your own Christmas knit sweater ornament to add extra delight. -Marly Bird
12/15/24 • •

Very Merry Christmas Knit Sweater Ornament – Free Pattern

A chic intarsia knit blanket with vibrant geometric patterns is elegantly draped over a wooden ladder. The text "Chic Sheep Dream Intarsia Blanket" graces the top, while a logo featuring "Marly Bird" sits in the bottom right corner. -Marly Bird
12/11/24 • •

Dream Intarsia Knit Blanket || Free Afghan Pattern

Chic Sheep Day Dream Blanket by Marly Bird - Corner to Corner goodness!
12/11/24 • •

Day Dream Blanket – Beginner Corner to Corner Crochet Blanket

A person with short brown hair is outdoors, wearing a yellow crocheted cardigan over an orange top. The person is smiling slightly, with hands clasped in front. The background is blurred with trees and greenery. -Marly Bird
12/10/24 • •

Goldenrod Crochet Cardigan Pattern by Marly Bird

Collage of six images featuring various knit prayer shawls in different patterns and colors displayed on mannequins and worn by a young man, with text "20+ knitting prayer shawls free patterns to inspire" overlaid. -Marly Bird
12/09/24 • •

Top 20 Knit Prayer Shawl Patterns

A handmade stocking made of crochet granny squares in turquoise, purple, and magenta lies on a white surface. It features a crochet loop and a tassel. "Classic Granny Square Stocking" is written in bold pink text beside it, offering inspiration for your next project with its free pattern charm. -Marly Bird
12/06/24 • •

Classic Crochet Granny Square Stocking – Free Pattern

Marly Bird Image of 4 owl toys ranging in size from small to large in gray and brown colorways
12/06/24 • •

Apricot Lane Amigurumi: Alden the Owl Free Crochet Pattern

3 versions of the Mini Crochet Mitten Ornament in the same colors, but different color orders (white, tan, & blue). By Marly Bird
12/05/24 • •

Mini Crochet Mitten Ornament || Free Pattern

A pink button featuring Marly Bird's illustration and the text "What is GROW & How Do I Sign Up?" rests on a textured beige fabric background. A "SIGN UP" button sits below, with knitting materials partially visible in the corners, hinting at free patterns waiting to be discovered. -Marly Bird
11/23/24 •

How to Sign Up for GROW to Access the Free Patterns from Marly Bird

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Knitting & Crochet Patterns for Every Mood
A colorful illustration of a white rabbit with a unicorn horn, nestled among multi-colored leaves arranged like a fan behind it, projects every mood of peacefulness and whimsy. -Marly Bird

Social Butterfly

Frustration-free projects that you can easily work on in public areas

A cartoon image of a joyful chicken, sitting comfortably in a green armchair, knitting happily with blue yarn, surrounded by pink and white flowers, looking for DIY project ideas. -Marly Bird

Netflix & Chill

Simple projects for when you want to relax and zone out

A whimsical illustration of a white chicken adorned with pink flowers and light pink butterflies, featuring flowing tail feathers and a playful pose, all set against a simple white background, perfect for mood-based projects. -Marly Bird

Smooth Jazz

Projects that require a bit more intense focus (but music is nice!)

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Shhh Be Quiet!

Advanced projects requiring deep focus (but a big payoff, too!)