Knitting for ourselves and our families can be a wonderful hobby for a slow lifestyle. When we create homemade clothes, accessories, and decorations for our homes, we stop overspending and buying the same things as everyone else. From hand knit socks to dishcloths straight from the farmhouse, here are lots of things that you can knit on your own.
Woolgathering was the old fashioned version of walking through a yarn shop. But, instead of rushing through their knitting, shepherds gathered wool slowly and soulfully with a knitting mindset we can learn from today. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Please read my disclosure for…
Searching for the best classic wool to cast on a pair of cabin socks? There are a lot of options! My favorite worsted weight yarn for cabin sock knitting are the Wool of the Andes Worsted colorways. If you’re looking for quality and soft yarn then this is it. Plus, it’s budget friendly and durable….
When looking for yarn to knit a pair of cable knit cabin socks, my go to choice is a Wool of the Andes Worsted light neutral. There is something so simple and sweet about knitting cabin socks in a light yarn. I love when you can see all the cables pop, and a light neutral…
Cabin socks (also known as house socks or worsted weight socks) are a warm alternative way to knit up a pair of woolly socks. Whether it’s your first step into sock knitting or you’ve been wanting to cast on something new, cabin sock knitting is easier (and cozier) than you may think. Contents What is…
The Gardenia Twist Cable Knit Bracelet is an intermediate level project and a great first cable project for new knitters who want a quick and pretty results! Skill level and materials for this cable knit bracelet Knit in a simple cable twist, the Gardenia Twist Bracelet is started with a provisional cast on, knit flat…
Slow knitting is the act of knitting intentionally. This means that the supplies we choose, the reasons why we knit, and how we actually spend our time knitting are all part of the slow knitting movement. Read on for more about what is slow knitting, plus how to practice and benefit from it. Contents The…
