Life Like Dolls – aka Reborn Babies – Meet My New Models

July 17, 2015 Comments: 13

Life Like Dolls, the Beautiful, the Ugly and Mine

I entered the words “Life Like Dolls” in a Google image search because I needed a model for my knitted baby items and couldn’t find a friend or family member with one young enough to fit my hats and cocoons. The results were so amazing they were scary. These dolls, also known as Reborn Dolls looked nothing like what I thought. Forget Barbie, American Girl and the Bratz these should be on someones Christmas list this year.

Take a close look at the hair, the skin tone and wrinkles on the hands and feet, it’s just unbelievable. These babies are not your daughter’s old toys. These are Real life baby dolls for big girls.

I have to warn you that some were just adorable but others were shockingly disturbing. There is a market for Crawling (the can’t walk yet) Dead Babies. Go figure.

Non-the-less, I bought the one in the picture above , Hush Little Baby and another that sits up like a toddler, Sweet Princess . She is the picture to the right.

For the Pixie Hat Pattern on the Right: Click HERE then scroll to the bottom of that page.

Let me detail my experience for you …

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Slub Yarn Slouchy Hat Pattern Video

July 11, 2015 Comments: 33

Slub Yarn Slouchy Hat on a Round Loom

So I’ve learned about a novelty art yarn called Slub. If I was only allowed 2 words for it I would say that it is Beautifully Crude. It is a technique that come about by mistake. New spinners couldn’t get their tension right and created an uneven, lopsided fiber. Now it’s made on purpose. This unrefined product gives a really unusual and interesting texture to your knitting. I loved it. I instantly thought I needed to design a Slub Yarn Slouchy and why not go one step further and make the matching cowl. The problem was loom knitting this crazy yarn with both extreme of thickness, way to thin sometimes and way to thick other times.

I case you didn’t read my last post, well I did find a solution and below is the pattern for the hat and the cowl. Plus if you keep scrolling you will find a step by step video for the slouch hat.

Para español: Haz clic AQUÍ

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Loom Knitting with Slub Yarn

July 8, 2015 Comments: 24

Loom Knitting with Slub Yarn

I would have never imagined that Slub would bring me joy. The word looks to much like slob. Which has me thinking gray and not yellows and greens. But slub yarn is really beautiful and finding a technique that allowed me to use this pretty yarn in the only way I know how to turn knots into hats did make me very happy. So let me tell you in 300 words or less what I learned so that you to can find joy in a ball of slub.

By the Way, Slub Yarn is also known as: Thick and Thin, Novelty and Art Yarn.

Image of Yarn Credit: AllPrettyFibers.Wordpress.Com

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Figure 8 Stitch on a Round Loom

July 6, 2015 Comments: 21

Figure 8 Stitch on a Circular Knitting Loom

Warning, this stitch is addictive. It looks good, knits up very fast and it’s like an all-weather fabric. I promise that it is such an easy technique that at first seems a bit confusing. But I have broken down each step with words, pictures and video. There is NO reason you can’t learn how to do the Figure 8 stitch. You can whip up any project quickly. Although it’s a lacy stitch to warm it up, use a small gauge loom and add some chunky yarn. See the picture above. That’s a warm slouchy And so is the matching cowl. I made them both in just a few hours!

Try it, I promise you’ll like it.

Para español: Haz clic AQUÍ

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Rib Stitch Hat for Men and Women

July 3, 2015 Comments: 20

Rib Stitch Hat on an Extra Large Round Loom

Dust-off that extra-large round loom you thought was too big for a hat and lets put it to good use. Make a really cool brimless rib stitch hat for your man and a sweet matching one for you.

This one is easy enough for a beginner, just three knits and a purl. And in case you’ve never heard that you could knit a purl there is a step by step video tutorial to help you with this FREE pattern.

I made a beanie version but I give you the information you need to make it as slouchy as you like. One extra nice thing about this hat is that no matter what it will keep its shape. How’s that for a hat made with a large loom?

Para español: Haz clic aquí

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Review of Knock-off Knifty Knitter on eBay

June 27, 2015 Comments: 28

Knifty Knitter on eBay

Is it a good idea to buy a knock-off Knifty Knitter on eBay? Yes ! The originals are just way, way, so expensive. You can sometimes be surprised by a good deal on a used set.

But never-the-less there are still some incredible deals that can be found. The price game is constantly changing which is why I want to give you a choice that is not a fluke but instead a constant. A “type” or “alternative” that I have seen for the last few years and have now tested that I think is well worth considering.

Like always, when I bring you a great eBay deal I want to remind you that I am NOT the seller. If you have a question about the product you must contact the seller directly.

Now let me tell you and show you a great deal on an alternative to the Knifty Knitter on eBay.

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Celtic Knot Baby Hat by Yunus

June 27, 2015 Comments: 31

Celtic Knot Baby Hat by Yunus Shariff

I found an awesome comment in my inbox this morning that made me extremely happy. It was a pattern for a VERY cute Celtic Knot Baby Hat by Yunus, one of my webpage readers. I am sooooooooooooo grateful that he shared this with me and has given me permission to share it with you.

He used my Celtic Knot stitch with some smart adjustments. I must admit that the stitch detail shows up really well on his version. I am thrilled to see how my design can be tweaked for the better. I put the video of the stitch below the hat pattern. But don’t deviate from Yunus pattern if you want your hat to look like his.

Please take some time and say Thanks to Yunus Shariff for his generosity. I hope he will give us more detail about himself at some point and that some day I can link to his own webpage with LOTS of new loom knitting designs. I got both my eyes on you dude !

En español: Haz clic aquí

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Diamond Lace Stitch on a Knitting Loom

June 13, 2015 Comments: 34

The Diamond Lace Stitch

The Diamond Lace Stitch is not the same as the Figure 8 which results in a lacy box-shaped fabric. Instead the Figure 8 is one part of the Diamond Lace Stitch and the other is that ever-present, first stitch all loom knitters learn, the e-Wrap. Together they form a beautiful lace pattern that can be used in an endless number of designs from shawls to sweaters and even hats. A bit girly so your limit may be your son or husband.

It appears complex but in fact it is an easy pattern even for an advanced beginner to do once you understand the basics of pattern. Plus keep in mind that I will be walking you through every step in a short video tutorial below.

Image of Shrug above and Sweater below by Permission: Sonia Cataquet

En español haz clic: AQUÍ

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Loom Knit Stitches – Directory of FREE Patterns with Videos

June 5, 2015 Comments: 81

Loom Knit Stitches

I wanted one page to list all my loom knit stitches. A place that I could update regularly like I do my Video page. Well here it is. You can bookmark it and come back once a month. God willing a new little square with a link to a free stitch pattern with a video tutorial will be added every time you visit,

Feel free to make suggestions and requests. I can’t promise that I will be able to accommodate you right away because sometimes I am following a project calendar or I already have a few post and videos that are done. If you know me, you know that I’m a stitch hog so if you introduce me to a stitch I will get to it at some point that’s for sure.

HOW WILL YOU KNOW WHEN I UPDATE – SUBSCRIBE TO THE BLOG

There is place on the sidebar of the home page that says, ‘Subscribe to Blog via eMail”. Enter your name and email and by the way, NO I DON’T SELL YOUR NAME – You will not be joining any other list all you get is an email when ever I do a new post.

For now let’s go stitch hunting …

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Basket Weave Stitch Pattern on a Loom

May 31, 2015 Comments: 28

Basket Weave Stitch

There are many versions of the Basket Weave Stitch. On this post I will give you the loom knitting pattern for the simple version and a more complex alternative with a video tutorial that I like a lot better and I believe most of you will too. It’s not difficult just knits and purls. I translated this one from a needle knitting pattern and of all the ones I have done lately this one went rather fast and with little complication. I can already see a hat and scarf in the near future.

If you are a beginner I suggest that you master the simple stitch version before moving on to the other. But if you feel spunky enough to dive in than at least watch the video for step by step instruction completely before attempting your project.

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Baby Cocoon and Hat – 4 Free Patterns with Video Tutorial

May 23, 2015 Comments: 29

Baby Cocoon and Hat on a Knitting Loom for Newborn and Preemie

I was inspired by some awesome grand-moms to be to do a simple, basic and cozy baby blanket. I decided on a pattern of my favorite which is a Baby Cocoon (sometimes misspelled cacoon ) because it so closely resembles a mother’s womb. I got busy on A LOT of research before actually starting on the design. I didn’t want to make one just for decorative or propping purposes but instead for practical, functional and safe use with a newborn.

Below you will find some of my research information as well as the 4 FREE patterns, 2 Cocoons and 2 Hat patterns and a step by step video tutorial easy enough for beginners.

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Garter Stitch on a Loom Pattern and Video Tutorial

May 16, 2015 Comments: 13

Two Versions of the Garter Stitch on a Loom

A great stitch for brims and to stop rolling edges on your project is the Garter stitch. But did you know there’s more than one way to knit this awesome stitch on a knitting loom. Depending on the version of the Knit Stitch you use you will get a very different look.

One is more a bit of a curvy curly style and I would even say more feminine and the other is more of a flat look. That is the one I choose when I need to add a brim to a man’s design or a low-key edge to a square of blanket.

Below is the real easy two stitch pattern and a step by step video tutorial with lots of details just for beginners or those that thought this stitch could only be done one way.

If you know of any additional versions tell us in the comment section of this page.

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Bamboo Stitch on a Knitting Loom

May 8, 2015 Comments: 35

Bamboo Stitch Free Pattern with Video Tutorial

Bamboo Stitch

The Bamboo Stitch

This stitch really gave me a kick in the behind to translate from knitting needles to loom. But I’m happy with the results. The Bamboo Stitch is simple yet classy with a lot of versatility. Like many of my other translations it works well for both men and women.

In all honesty I was looking for a stitch to make a boys scarf. Those seem to be rare on the internet. But I’m really looking forward to a slouchy hat with this pattern.

Stay tuned…. For that hat Click HERE

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Ladies Slippers on a Loom Free Pattern with Video Tutorial

May 4, 2015 Comments: 72

Loom Knit Ladies Slippers Socks

Ladies Slippers

Loom Knit Ladies Slipper Socks

I was asked by one of my readers about knitting Mary Jane shoes on a loom. I wanted to help this beautiful lady that knits for charity ( I’m a sucker for charity knitters ) as well as the one that asked me for adult booties . I also wanted make a pattern that could be used for the The Pink Slipper Project. By merging those three requests I have come up with a Loom Knit Ladies Slippers pattern and video tutorial quick and easy enough for beginners.

Your main stitch through out this project will be your basic e-Wrap and 2 rows of Flat stitch. There is a little tiny bit of math and an itty bitty bit of sewing. But the kicker.. YOU’RE DONE IN 2 HOURS or less depending on how quick you flip your loops!

Scroll down to the bottom for pattern and video. Let me know your comments and questions in the comment section at the very end of the post. Love, Love, Love questions and comments. ALL are Big time appreciated.

Get your 24-peg loom, hook and timer. I want to know how long it took YOU to make these cozy ladies slippers.

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Locking Stitch Markers – 12 Ways to Use Them

April 22, 2015 Comments: 8

Locking Stitch Markers

Just as the name implies, their main use to mark your stitches. But let me tell you that not only are Locking Stitch Markers Super cheap but very useful. Always an essential part of my tool kit for every knitting project I make.

I first saw them at Joann’s during one of their clearance sales. I might have paid $2 – $3 for a little pack of 20. Never knew they even existed. Boy, was I missing out. To get your own

Now I use them to find the end of my yarn, in place of cable needles and to make my finished project removable just to name a few. Let me list a more things you can do with them.

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