http://www.instructables.com Fri, 1 Jun 2012 13:08:12 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Crocheted-Croissant/
How to Make a Crocheted Croissant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ2/F7J3/GM0COIZ9/FZ2F7J3GM0COIZ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ2/F7J3/GM0COIZ9/FZ2F7J3GM0COIZ9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ2/F7J3/GM0COIZ9/FZ2F7J3GM0COIZ9.SMALL.jpg E1PT531GLWQW7Z6 Aznemily Two of my very favorite things are crocheting and food. One day not too long ago I figured out a way that I could combine the two of them. After a few attempts the perfect crocheted croissant was born. This pattern is available as a free pdf download from Ravelry. Materials, Sizing, & Abbreviati...
By: Aznemily

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 4 Apr 2011 19:44:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Make-Sock-Knitting-Loom/
Hand Make Sock Knitting Loom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/RC15/GLL4ZHTJ/FAWRC15GLL4ZHTJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/RC15/GLL4ZHTJ/FAWRC15GLL4ZHTJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/RC15/GLL4ZHTJ/FAWRC15GLL4ZHTJ.SMALL.jpg EU8IBYVGLPH1LS6 NaturalCrafter I love knitting in the round but could not find a way to knit a decent sock on the looms available at local craft stores.  Usually the smallest one available to make baby hats or bulky mittens just wouldn't do what I wanted. So then I found the Letter D. It seemed to be perfect for what I had in min...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:13:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mega-Man-Scraf/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/UA3M/GKS0T5HM/FKPUA3MGKS0T5HM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/UA3M/GKS0T5HM/FKPUA3MGKS0T5HM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/UA3M/GKS0T5HM/FKPUA3MGKS0T5HM.SMALL.jpg EJD6K26GKTJNV22 The Gingham Ginger A crocheted Mega Man scarf for Chris. Per his request. I included in the photos the image I made for the pattern.
By: The Gingham Ginger

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 5 Mar 2011 00:36:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Blanket-MARIO/
Blanket MARIO - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/9MNS/GKS0U4JL/F9E9MNSGKS0U4JL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/9MNS/GKS0U4JL/F9E9MNSGKS0U4JL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/9MNS/GKS0U4JL/F9E9MNSGKS0U4JL.SMALL.jpg EVA6VT8GKS0QSP5 Arual Hi! This is a step by step instruction of how to make an blanket of own Mario ♥ Made of Laura Muñoz from Spain ^ 3^ The blanket is made of square crochet, exactly for 238 squares in 15 hours You need: - wool yarn          Colors:                       - Blue                       - Red         ...
By: Arual

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 9 Mar 2011 18:35:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-knit-a-giant-lego-brick-doorstop/
How to knit a giant Lego brick doorstop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/NPTV/GKS0TIWE/FODNPTVGKS0TIWE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/NPTV/GKS0TIWE/FODNPTVGKS0TIWE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/NPTV/GKS0TIWE/FODNPTVGKS0TIWE.SMALL.jpg EKD1O2SGKS0THT1 lizzyastro I was racking my brains for an idea for the build with yarn contest when I came up with this: How to make a giant Lego brick doorstop using yarn, a brick and some bottle caps Equipment I used: 1 ball of brightly coloured yarn - mine was red acrylic DK (double knitting) aka worsted 1 house brick ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 6 Mar 2011 23:37:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cloud-City/
Cloud City - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YNO/GKTJNVN5/FDD4YNOGKTJNVN5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YNO/GKTJNVN5/FDD4YNOGKTJNVN5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YNO/GKTJNVN5/FDD4YNOGKTJNVN5.SMALL.jpg EAWMTGPGJ7MQKK0 annahowardshaw A fun space knitting project... Materials and Tools Materials Lion Brand - Alpine Wool - Dark Gray (1 Skein) Lion Brand - Alpine Wool - Light Gray (1/4 Skein) Lion Brand - Vanna's Glamor - Sparkly black (Few yards) Lion Brand - Vanna's Glamor - Sparkly copper (1/2 Skein) Lion Brand - Fun Fur -...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 5 Mar 2011 17:21:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-wedding-cake/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/5QYG/GKQ39AZ7/FOF5QYGGKQ39AZ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/5QYG/GKQ39AZ7/FOF5QYGGKQ39AZ7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/5QYG/GKQ39AZ7/FOF5QYGGKQ39AZ7.SMALL.jpg E6S6KVVGKQ3D68C doozerbob This i smy entry for the "build with yarn" contest,a completely knittted wedding cake.
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 1 Mar 2011 13:07:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/EASY-KNITTING-PATTERNS-Mosbeys-Dairy-Farm/
EASY KNITTING PATTERNS: Mosbey's Dairy Farm - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/5JYS/GKLJ2ES5/F095JYSGKLJ2ES5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/5JYS/GKLJ2ES5/F095JYSGKLJ2ES5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/5JYS/GKLJ2ES5/F095JYSGKLJ2ES5.SMALL.jpg E6616FWGJHV99GC cdawisconsin When I was in the sixth grade, I took a beginning knitting class.  We learned to make a hat and mine turned out to be a total disaster.  I just recently decided to try knitting again and had to refresh my memory by reading every How To Instructable I could find.  For many pieces of the farm, I ...
By: cdawisconsin

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 27 Feb 2011 23:24:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Childs-Drawing/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/14L6/GJQEIM5E/FYH14L6GJQEIM5E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/14L6/GJQEIM5E/FYH14L6GJQEIM5E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/14L6/GJQEIM5E/FYH14L6GJQEIM5E.SMALL.jpg EZ69BQHGJQEIM5A datzbabydoll2u
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:35:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Charkha-yarn-used-to-make-yarn/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/COF2/GJQEIDNX/FR2COF2GJQEIDNX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/COF2/GJQEIDNX/FR2COF2GJQEIDNX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/COF2/GJQEIDNX/FR2COF2GJQEIDNX.SMALL.jpg E1KETZDGJQEBLLK Knerkin A working charkha (spinning "wheel" originally developed by Ghandi) that spins fiber into yarn. All yarn (with a little help from other fiber tools).
By: Knerkin

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 19 Feb 2011 20:20:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Warmest-Euphonium-in-the-World/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/UN2U/GJQEBNKB/FTZUN2UGJQEBNKB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/UN2U/GJQEBNKB/FTZUN2UGJQEBNKB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/UN2U/GJQEBNKB/FTZUN2UGJQEBNKB.SMALL.jpg EI1EAG2GJQEM38U katietes I made a cosy for my euphonium (a half-size tuba) to help keep it warm. I used exactly 245 meters of worsted weight yarn, and used mainly knitting to cover it, but also did some basic wrapping around some of the smaller slides, as there is not much space in between them. Even with its new coat, my e...
By: katietes

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 20 Feb 2011 05:13:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pom-Pom-Package-Topper-Tutorial/
Pom Pom Package Topper Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/5HVL/GKGL8BM8/FJK5HVLGKGL8BM8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/5HVL/GKGL8BM8/FJK5HVLGKGL8BM8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/5HVL/GKGL8BM8/FJK5HVLGKGL8BM8.SMALL.jpg ENPCKHSGKGL67SQ kolleenk Supplies: * Cardboard (can be from the recycled bin, old soda 12-pack or cereal boxes work great) * 21 yards worsted weight yarn * Scissors Download Template Download pompom.jpg and print it out full size (a scale has been placed on each jpg to help with printing at the correct proportions). ...
By: kolleenk

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 22 Feb 2011 20:19:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Hot-Air-Balloon-Mobile/
Crocheted Hot Air Balloon Mobile - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/V0IJ/GKI1FS2W/FFNV0IJGKI1FS2W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/V0IJ/GKI1FS2W/FFNV0IJGKI1FS2W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/V0IJ/GKI1FS2W/FFNV0IJGKI1FS2W.SMALL.jpg E0T4FHEGKI1FRPD domestic_engineer This is a hot air balloon mobile I crocheted.  You'll need: Yarn Size G crochet hook A balloon Elmer's glue and water An old mobile.  Crochet it First I crocheted the balloon. I did an magic ring, then increased and decreased as needed.  (there are lots of instructions out there on how to croch...
By: domestic_engineer

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 24 Feb 2011 01:30:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Rubiks-Cube-Bag-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/8WXH/GJQELHF3/FFK8WXHGJQELHF3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/8WXH/GJQELHF3/FFK8WXHGJQELHF3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/8WXH/GJQELHF3/FFK8WXHGJQELHF3.SMALL.jpg EZHKP2NGJQEIAAG zendarenn I made this lined Rubik's Cube bag for myself because I collect the cubes and I felt like having an unusual handbag. It is made from 54, 3 round dc granny squares (9 of each color) with a single round of sc in black for edging. I used a real cube to design a pattern to join the squares and made th...
By: zendarenn

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 18 Feb 2011 23:27:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Starship-Enterprise/
Crocheted Starship Enterprise - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/9QFD/GJQELDZG/FKS9QFDGJQELDZG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/9QFD/GJQELDZG/FKS9QFDGJQELDZG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/9QFD/GJQELDZG/FKS9QFDGJQELDZG.SMALL.jpg E71NL91GK3TOGMA ChrysN To boldly go where no ball of yarn has gone before..... Here is my crocheted starship Enterprise, it is based on the Constitution class vessel (NCC-1701) seen in the original series.  I have to admit that I'm more of a Next Generation and Voyager fan but the original Enterprise is most recognizabl...
By: ChrysN

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 18 Feb 2011 02:40:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-Home/
Crochet Home - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/ULSG/GK3TOJ8C/FYWULSGGK3TOJ8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/ULSG/GK3TOJ8C/FYWULSGGK3TOJ8C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/ULSG/GK3TOJ8C/FYWULSGGK3TOJ8C.SMALL.jpg E1JF2VHGJQEB7AT Yarnabees This is my little patch of Happiness I crochet  this House tree and details using left over yarn. ABBREVIATIONS / REFERENCES St(s) = stitch(es) Sc = single crochet Ch = chain Sc2tog = single crochet 2 together Rnd = round Rep = repeat, Sl St = slip stitch I also used the Magic Circle aka adjustabl...
By: Yarnabees

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 16 Feb 2011 23:25:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Love-Birds/
Crocheted Love Birds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/VBYL/GK3TO34N/FRFVBYLGK3TO34N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/VBYL/GK3TO34N/FRFVBYLGK3TO34N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/VBYL/GK3TO34N/FRFVBYLGK3TO34N.SMALL.jpg EF5C3LAGJQEKTL4 scoochmaroo Love is in the air with these magical kissing love birds!  These adorable love birds are crocheted with magnets tucked inside to make them super smoochy.  You won't be able to stop playing with these darling birdies and testing their magnetic attractions.  The perfect gift for Valentine's Day, or an...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:41:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Farmyard-Playset/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/H883/GK0YUTDL/FYJH883GK0YUTDL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/H883/GK0YUTDL/FYJH883GK0YUTDL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/H883/GK0YUTDL/FYJH883GK0YUTDL.SMALL.jpg EYLN8KCGK0YUTDP Bodecia I made this for my twin nephews. I thought it was much nicer than the plastic sets you can buy. I wrote the pattern myself and had a lot of fun doing it! The barn is crocheted and then lined with plastic canvas and wool felt to make a sturdy box to store all of the animals in. I am really pleased ...
By: Bodecia

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 12 Feb 2011 00:34:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Maynard-Clock-Tower/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/DUNS/GJQE8ZTT/F8YDUNSGJQE8ZTT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/DUNS/GJQE8ZTT/F8YDUNSGJQE8ZTT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/DUNS/GJQE8ZTT/F8YDUNSGJQE8ZTT.SMALL.jpg EK1V3OZGJQEFVXS domestic_engineer The Clock Tower is the symbol of our town, Maynard, Massachusetts.  It is in the center of town, in what once was a mill, then was the computer company Digital, and now is filled with many different companies.  You can hear the bell ring every hour from anywhere in town.  I decided to crochet a mod...
By: domestic_engineer

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 6 Feb 2011 22:55:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Autumn-Weeps-Crocheted-Tree/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/IKEY/GJC3WTVZ/FEAIKEYGJC3WTVZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/IKEY/GJC3WTVZ/FEAIKEYGJC3WTVZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/IKEY/GJC3WTVZ/FEAIKEYGJC3WTVZ.SMALL.jpg E2XLLYNGJC3TAXR The Amazing Noodle I first built the base of the tree out of a pile of branches gathered from the back yard. I tied a bunch together for the trunk, then wrapped them in quilt batting to make it look like it was one piece. I set it in a terracotta pot with quick drying cement.  I crocheted several large pieces of free-...
By: The Amazing Noodle

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 28 Jan 2011 03:46:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-friends-with-this-Dino-Dragon/
Make friends with this Dino Dragon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/9V1V/FLJ5IW2C/FBE9V1VFLJ5IW2C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/9V1V/FLJ5IW2C/FBE9V1VFLJ5IW2C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/9V1V/FLJ5IW2C/FBE9V1VFLJ5IW2C.SMALL.jpg EFC3M7MFLJ5KT9Y Fleurtje Eliza The Dino Dragon is knitted from the top of his head up to his nose and then from top to bottom ending with an enormous long tail if you like. Needed material: leftover sock yarn (about 10 g.), a set of 4 double pointed needles (size suitable for the chosen yarn) and a tapestry needle. The follow...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:25:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-Beard/
Knitted Beard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/042Z/GJC3WQA6/FQK042ZGJC3WQA6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/042Z/GJC3WQA6/FQK042ZGJC3WQA6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/042Z/GJC3WQA6/FQK042ZGJC3WQA6.SMALL.jpg EJMK3C2GJC3WI9Y cobrajs So, basically, I saw this somewhere on the web a month or two ago, and I wanted to make something like it for Christmas (for a grab bag type thing). Turned out looking pretty cool, so I made a bunch of them for myself and my family. Materials You will need: A pair of size 13 knitting needles ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:59:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-Beard-Hat/
Knit Beard Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/F3UM/GJ2838CJ/FAOF3UMGJ2838CJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/F3UM/GJ2838CJ/FAOF3UMGJ2838CJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/F3UM/GJ2838CJ/FAOF3UMGJ2838CJ.SMALL.jpg ENTA5ZKGIWZLVG3 scoochmaroo Use this free knitting pattern to make yourself a nifty (and warm!) bearded hat.  It's simple once you know a few tricks, and it knits up in no time.  You'll want to make one in every color for everyone you know!  No longer will you suffer from beard envy or cold chins - now you can make your own be...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 20 Jan 2011 18:58:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Baby-Space-Invader-Hat/
Baby Space Invader Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/MX2M/F5Y3L11B/FFPMX2MF5Y3L11B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/MX2M/F5Y3L11B/FFPMX2MF5Y3L11B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/MX2M/F5Y3L11B/FFPMX2MF5Y3L11B.SMALL.jpg EWUY8JCF5Y3L11E tracy_the_astonishing This pattern fits a 6-12 month old baby. Materials Black and white yarn--I used Cascade brand 220 Superwash (100 grams/3.5oz 220 yards) Size 8 (US) circular needles Size 8 (US) double-pointed needles Three stitch markers The gauge is 1.5 sts for 1 cm, or 15 sts for 10 cm. Charts It's a good...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 5 Sep 2007 03:21:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Precious-Emma-Hat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQF/J2O3/FB11L4SJ/FQFJ2O3FB11L4SJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQF/J2O3/FB11L4SJ/FQFJ2O3FB11L4SJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQF/J2O3/FB11L4SJ/FQFJ2O3FB11L4SJ.SMALL.jpg EDEN3UIFB11L4S3 algonacpms This is a hat that I knitted is a combination of fun fur and Jiffy yarn. It is quick and easy and so adorable. size 10 1/2 knitting needlesCast on 64 stiches (72)work in seed stitch for 2 1/2 inches (3inches)work in st st until 5 1/2 inches from beg. (6 inches)End with a purl rowDec1st row*knit 6, k...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 8 Jan 2008 04:03:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Hat-on-a-Loom/
Make a Hat on a Circular Loom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/ZL8X/GI0TD1WX/FR3ZL8XGI0TD1WX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/ZL8X/GI0TD1WX/FR3ZL8XGI0TD1WX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/ZL8X/GI0TD1WX/FR3ZL8XGI0TD1WX.SMALL.jpg ER0BE9NGI0TGM5Y Meesy7 This is an fun, easy to make hat that anyone can make. I hope you enjoy this adorable beanie! Photos taken by my brother, http://www.instructables.com/member/ItsTheHobbs/ Supplies Items you'll need: -Yarn (all yarn will be fine for this project :)) -Crochet/loom hook -Loom (You can get a loo...
By: Meesy7

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 29 Dec 2010 23:26:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Lessons-Increasing-and-Decreasing-Stitch/
Knitting Lessons: Increasing and Decreasing Stitches - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/YAX0/GHN8CZS1/FOZYAX0GHN8CZS1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/YAX0/GHN8CZS1/FOZYAX0GHN8CZS1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/YAX0/GHN8CZS1/FOZYAX0GHN8CZS1.SMALL.jpg EIPBOHQGHN8CXPQ Carleyy If you want to change the width of your knitting you will need to learn how to increase and decrease stitches. This will allow you to make more interesting knitted shapes. When you increase stitches you are adding an extra stitch (or loop) to your needle. This will increase the length of your row b...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 14 Dec 2010 01:00:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/I-cord-easy-mug-cosy/
I-cord easy mug-cosy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F15/F48U/GHFK7LP8/F15F48UGHFK7LP8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F15/F48U/GHFK7LP8/F15F48UGHFK7LP8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F15/F48U/GHFK7LP8/F15F48UGHFK7LP8.SMALL.jpg EQW1CVKGHFK7LOV gruffalo child This is the type of project that 'just happened' one day. I had a lot of I-cord (knitted string), that I was not sure what to do with, and once I realised that I can both get rid of a tangly thing lying around and make a nice present for my grandma's birthday. (Which is December 24th) Make lots o...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 12 Dec 2010 20:13:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Instructions-Learn-to-Knit/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/HLSP/GH89ZTJF/F7ZHLSPGH89ZTJF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/HLSP/GH89ZTJF/F7ZHLSPGH89ZTJF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/HLSP/GH89ZTJF/F7ZHLSPGH89ZTJF.SMALL.jpg OC9GM0YGH8AGA4Y Carleyy Learn to knit in just a few weeks!  Use this step by step guide to become a professional knitter in time for the holidays. Each week I will add new instructables to this guide that will teach you a new knitting technique. These knitting lessons have video tutorials and written instructions with pho...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 6 Dec 2010 07:04:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Wind-a-Ball-of-Yarn/
Hand Wind a Ball of Yarn - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/33D6/GD0R1B37/FLL33D6GD0R1B37.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/33D6/GD0R1B37/FLL33D6GD0R1B37.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/33D6/GD0R1B37/FLL33D6GD0R1B37.SMALL.jpg EHMQJ15GD2JKEGP scoochmaroo This simple tutorial will show you how to wind a center-pull ball of yarn without any special equipment.  I have several hanks of really beautiful yarn in my stash that I don't even think about using because I imagine having to take them to a yarn shop so they can be wound into balls on their nift...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 3 Dec 2010 19:35:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Knit-a-Beanie/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/VRX5/GGPF4WYJ/F8EVRX5GGPF4WYJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/VRX5/GGPF4WYJ/F8EVRX5GGPF4WYJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/VRX5/GGPF4WYJ/F8EVRX5GGPF4WYJ.SMALL.jpg EEKQQUUGGPF4WYD helloyellowcrafts Ever felt like you wanted to learn how to Knit something to wear? Try something simple like knitting a beanie! It's quite easy and nice to wear during the cold winter days. Enjoy it for yourself or for others. This step by step tutorial can guide you through the whole process. Please see http://hel...
By: helloyellowcrafts

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 29 Nov 2010 21:08:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Knit-Hat-Pattern/
Easy Knit Hat Pattern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/AGRU/GGMMM1KF/FZLAGRUGGMMM1KF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/AGRU/GGMMM1KF/FZLAGRUGGMMM1KF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/AGRU/GGMMM1KF/FZLAGRUGGMMM1KF.SMALL.jpg EP94RGHGGC2U05I scoochmaroo Whether you're a beginning knitter or a pro, you're going to love how easily this stylish cap knits up in no time!  This pattern uses only knits (and purls if you're feelin saucy!) on a pair of 16" circular needles. Combine that with some bulky weight wool, and you'll have yourself one handsome ha...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 18 Nov 2010 21:24:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Social-Knitting/
Social Knitting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/VA2O/F0VDCPXV/FIVVA2OF0VDCPXV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/VA2O/F0VDCPXV/FIVVA2OF0VDCPXV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/VA2O/F0VDCPXV/FIVVA2OF0VDCPXV.SMALL.jpg ENOKNJMF03WEWOV kokothedog Social Knitting is a DIY project for people, for those of who want to create a social disturbance. It gives you extra time to think about your social status while you are going through approx 20 hours of serious knitting(if you are a newbie to whole knitting process). It could be anything, anything ...
By: kokothedog

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 24 Apr 2007 03:17:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-recycle-an-old-sweater-or-a-botched-one-i/
How to recycle an old sweater (or a botched one) into usable yarn - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/DY4F/FEVNTI5Z/FFMDY4FFEVNTI5Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/DY4F/FEVNTI5Z/FFMDY4FFEVNTI5Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/DY4F/FEVNTI5Z/FFMDY4FFEVNTI5Z.SMALL.jpg E5K4ZQAFEVNTI70 tldudenhoeffer Do you have old sweaters laying around? Is the yarn simply gorgeous or do you just want to re-use it? Is the sweater to mishapen to wear or just plain ugly, but the yarn is excellent? Did make an absolutely marvelous sweater, only to try it on and discover you should burn the pattern? Well then, rec...
By: tldudenhoeffer

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 11 Apr 2008 18:07:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Not-so-ubiquitous-Knitted-Chair/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/TZL3/FSMT02Z3/F26TZL3FSMT02Z3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/TZL3/FSMT02Z3/F26TZL3FSMT02Z3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/TZL3/FSMT02Z3/F26TZL3FSMT02Z3.SMALL.jpg ELZFBBDFSMT02YW yuvee Create a world of chairs, from a single chair. An adulterated, neglected anti-icon has infected the globe. Help me to reclaim its potential as a structure, through individual creativity and local production, through a global community. You know the chair I'm talking about, the ubiquitous plastic c...
By: yuvee

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 24 Mar 2009 17:58:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hairpin-Lace-Loom/
Hairpin Lace Loom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/EU8J/FVW1UPM2/FEVEU8JFVW1UPM2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/EU8J/FVW1UPM2/FEVEU8JFVW1UPM2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/EU8J/FVW1UPM2/FEVEU8JFVW1UPM2.SMALL.jpg EHUWXQJFVW1UPN0 ekay1984 Hairpin lace is really fun to learn once you have mastered basic crochet. There are many patterns out there, but very few looms are available online. Also, many DIY versions are heavy and awkward or limited in width. I have created my own DIY heirloom lace loom spending LESS THAN $5!!! My version is...
By: ekay1984

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:10:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Happy-Hanging-Ghosts/
Happy Hanging Ghosts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/UIFN/GFMCD0E3/FFIUIFNGFMCD0E3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/UIFN/GFMCD0E3/FFIUIFNGFMCD0E3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/UIFN/GFMCD0E3/FFIUIFNGFMCD0E3.SMALL.jpg EW4O4SVGFMCD0DK mooseinakilt These little ghosts are a great way to decorate your own home or they can be given as great presents to friends and family.  Never crocheted before? Never fear, these are quick and easy, and a great way to learn. You only need to know how to do two things: chain and single crochet, both of which ca...
By: mooseinakilt

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 25 Oct 2010 04:52:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/crochet-flower/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/5DVE/GFA43R9W/FWN5DVEGFA43R9W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/5DVE/GFA43R9W/FWN5DVEGFA43R9W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/5DVE/GFA43R9W/FWN5DVEGFA43R9W.SMALL.jpg E6WFEBOGFA43R9P amolaa crochet flower apiece of table cloth we can use many pieces to make acroche tablecloth crochet workshop
By: amolaa

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:24:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/MORE-Video-Game-Inspired-Homemade-Stuff/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD3/UD2E/GF06T507/FD3UD2EGF06T507.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD3/UD2E/GF06T507/FD3UD2EGF06T507.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD3/UD2E/GF06T507/FD3UD2EGF06T507.SMALL.jpg ELEDL4XGF06MF44 tarzioo Here is a link to my previous slideshow  http://www.instructables.com/id/video-game-inspired-homemade-stuff-/ yeah I made a few more to share! Please note that the yoshi pattern was written by PIcuu  http://www.etsy.com/shop/picuu?ref=seller_info =D
By: tarzioo

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 10 Oct 2010 06:43:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-panda-Amigurumi-girl-with-pink-dress/
Crochet panda Amigurumi girl with pink dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/UCNU/GELSQFAX/FS3UCNUGELSQFAX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/UCNU/GELSQFAX/FS3UCNUGELSQFAX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/UCNU/GELSQFAX/FS3UCNUGELSQFAX.SMALL.jpg EHT2N5QGELSQFAV jennyandteddy Fiinish size approximately 3.5 inch tall (without counting ear) -Size of baby panda may varies depend on size of yarn and crochet hook. Skills and abbreviations You will need to know how to make a magic ring or adjustable ring -Single crochet (sc) -Crochet increase (inc) which mean-make 2 single c...
By: jennyandteddy

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 1 Oct 2010 14:34:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Glittery-Raindrop-Necklace/
Glittery Raindrop Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/4F9R/GEG4GYAD/F0W4F9RGEG4GYAD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/4F9R/GEG4GYAD/F0W4F9RGEG4GYAD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/4F9R/GEG4GYAD/F0W4F9RGEG4GYAD.SMALL.jpg EWW8AWSGEG587WZ yosyam This Raindrop Necklace would be more glittering in the evening. And you can use the clasp of necklace as a switch to turn on and off the light. You will need 1 crochet hook 2 blue color of yarn 3 conductive thread 4 5mm LED (white) 5 3V coin cell battery 6 vinyl tape 7 scissors 8 pliers and need...
By: yosyam

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 25 Sep 2010 00:27:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Birdcage-Necklace/
Birdcage Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/0GIQ/GDNIP1TJ/FMF0GIQGDNIP1TJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/0GIQ/GDNIP1TJ/FMF0GIQGDNIP1TJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/0GIQ/GDNIP1TJ/FMF0GIQGDNIP1TJ.SMALL.jpg EL7MIEDGDNIP1TO yosyam This necklace would be more glittering in the evening. You will need 1 crochet hook 2 white color of yarn 3 chain 4 5mm LED (white) 5 LED cap (blue) 6 3V coin cell battery 7 vinyl tape and scissors, needle.. Tape the LED to the battery Tape the LED leads to the battery (the longer lead touc...
By: yosyam

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 6 Sep 2010 03:15:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-System-Mobile/
Solar System Mobile - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/GSMB/GD0R1ESC/FBCGSMBGD0R1ESC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/GSMB/GD0R1ESC/FBCGSMBGD0R1ESC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/GSMB/GD0R1ESC/FBCGSMBGD0R1ESC.SMALL.jpg EJ6XEH5GD2JKKYR yosyam I made this solar system mobile for kids room. You will need 1 several different colors of yarn 2 different sizes of styrene form balls 3 crochet hook and scissors, craft glue, needle... A single crochet Crochet 9 balls putting styrene form balls inside as Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, ...
By: yosyam

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 4 Sep 2010 03:30:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hyperbolic-Cashmere-Necklace/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/5IBN/GCJ0YUKP/FL05IBNGCJ0YUKP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/5IBN/GCJ0YUKP/FL05IBNGCJ0YUKP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/5IBN/GCJ0YUKP/FL05IBNGCJ0YUKP.SMALL.jpg ELGOSDZGCPZMGZX Katzsta This necklace is one example of hyperbolic crochet. This necklace was made of cashmere yarn with a trailing thread of lurex. The hyperbolic balls are threaded on a crocheted chain and tied to form a necklace. Hyperbolic crochet blends crochet stitches with mathematical formulas to turn a 2D object ...
By: Katzsta

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 16 Aug 2010 02:32:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Mobile-with-Knitted-Spirals/
Make a Mobile with Knitted Spirals - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/IG2G/GCX4NCT4/F40IG2GGCX4NCT4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/IG2G/GCX4NCT4/F40IG2GGCX4NCT4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/IG2G/GCX4NCT4/F40IG2GGCX4NCT4.SMALL.jpg E1JMJ7SGC4G4S0Y lizzyastro I learned how to make these knitted spirals from the Guerrilla Knitters (Yarn Bombers) at the Newcastle Maker Faire - thank you Nicola They are quick and easy to knit, and all you need to know is how to cast on, knit and cast off. What you need Left over yarn - any weight, but you will end up...
By: lizzyastro

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 15 Aug 2010 19:25:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/pen-crochet-cover/
pen crochet cover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NVYW/GCJ10BFE/FO9NVYWGCJ10BFE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NVYW/GCJ10BFE/FO9NVYWGCJ10BFE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NVYW/GCJ10BFE/FO9NVYWGCJ10BFE.SMALL.jpg EERU47XGCJ0YS1X shadon this is a really easy way to mark your pen/pencil as we are going back to school it really don't take much time doing it only few minutes and it wold make a really great gift for your friends ^__^  materials needed you'll need some materials that I'm sure you'll find them beside you or in your r...
By: shadon

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 15 Aug 2010 10:11:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-a-Turtle-Cuff-Bracelet/
Crochet a Turtle Cuff Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1A/RBMO/GCPZMDGU/F1ARBMOGCPZMDGU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1A/RBMO/GCPZMDGU/F1ARBMOGCPZMDGU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1A/RBMO/GCPZMDGU/F1ARBMOGCPZMDGU.SMALL.jpg E4V6FQGGCJ0YPW9 theitsybitsyspider This cute bracelet would make the perfect gift for boys and girls alike -- toddler to 'tween and beyond. The turtle is removable and makes a cute carry-along playmate or make the turtle alone and use it as a back pack decoration. The possibilities are endless! Note: The turtle cuff bracelet pattern...
By: theitsybitsyspider

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 14 Aug 2010 22:19:50 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-a-Girls-Ladybug-Cuff-Bracelet/
Crochet a Girl's Ladybug Cuff Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/2Q7W/GCJ0YL76/F952Q7WGCJ0YL76.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/2Q7W/GCJ0YL76/F952Q7WGCJ0YL76.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/2Q7W/GCJ0YL76/F952Q7WGCJ0YL76.SMALL.jpg EBWEKXMGCJ0YKYJ theitsybitsyspider This cute bracelet would make the perfect gift for any girl -- toddler to 'tween and beyond. The ladybug is removable and makes a cute carry-along playmate or make the ladybug alone and use it as a back pack decoration. The possibilities are endless! Note: The ladybug cuff bracelet pattern is my or...
By: theitsybitsyspider

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 14 Aug 2010 18:05:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Felted-Bird/
Felted Bird - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/SAMB/GCPZMB6G/FX3SAMBGCPZMB6G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/SAMB/GCPZMB6G/FX3SAMBGCPZMB6G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/SAMB/GCPZMB6G/FX3SAMBGCPZMB6G.SMALL.jpg EOJJC70GCJ101CY ornamentea This sweet birdie's finished size is about 3 inches high and 2 inches wide. The nest is approximately 4 inches in diameter. Ingredients: - cinnamon roving - ampelopsis roving - banana roving - licorice roving - snow colored felt balls Tools: - foam mat to felt on - felting needle - a piece of foam...
By: ornamentea

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:33:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Ipod-Touch-Cat-PurseCase/
Ipod Touch Cat Purse/Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/CN3N/GCJ0ZNMW/FF8CN3NGCJ0ZNMW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/CN3N/GCJ0ZNMW/FF8CN3NGCJ0ZNMW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/CN3N/GCJ0ZNMW/FF8CN3NGCJ0ZNMW.SMALL.jpg EKFB8E1GCI8KAVR grooooovy I was inspired to create this ipod case while staring at my cat, who was intently chasing the cursor on the computer screen.  I was reading about the Summer Yarns Contest when it hit me that I should make something that many, many people would find useful and cute.  So I put the goofy face of a cros...
By: grooooovy

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 10 Aug 2010 02:17:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Granny-square-sunglass-case/
Granny square sunglass case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/1CYL/GCJ0ZFBH/FIZ1CYLGCJ0ZFBH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/1CYL/GCJ0ZFBH/FIZ1CYLGCJ0ZFBH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/1CYL/GCJ0ZFBH/FIZ1CYLGCJ0ZFBH.SMALL.jpg ETLO9KMGCI8K66D ChrysN The granny square is simple to crochet and very versatile.  You can make booties, blankets, bags, scarves and clothing from these squares.  In this instructable I will show you how to make a sunglass/eyeglass case from these wonderful squares. Materials and tools Yarn Felt or other soft...
By: ChrysN

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:38:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Loom-Knitting/
How To Loom Knit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/0562/GCGU831A/F960562GCGU831A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/0562/GCGU831A/F960562GCGU831A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/0562/GCGU831A/F960562GCGU831A.SMALL.jpg EABVM8MGCGUGUB0 Lettucehead Loom knitting is fun, easy, and faster than knitting with needles! You can make scarfs, hats, sleeves, leggings, and many other things with a knitting loom! In this instructable I will give you easy instructions for casting on, knitting, and casting off with a knitting loom. Supplies You will nee...
By: Lettucehead

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 6 Aug 2010 02:45:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Felt-Balls-from-Scrap-Yarn/
Felt Balls from Scrap Yarn - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5J/KZJA/GC4G1F1U/F5JKZJAGC4G1F1U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5J/KZJA/GC4G1F1U/F5JKZJAGC4G1F1U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5J/KZJA/GC4G1F1U/F5JKZJAGC4G1F1U.SMALL.jpg EPTYX8BGC4G1EYM ansleybleu I have been knitting predominantly with wool and alpaca yarns lately. It occurred to me that I do not have to throw away all those little scraps of yarn because they will felt. So, I started collecting a pile of loose yarn scraps to make into little felt balls. They can become beads, cat toys, butt...
By: ansleybleu

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 4 Aug 2010 02:15:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Sisal-Rug/
Crocheted Sisal Rug - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/68GD/GC1KVGBT/F6O68GDGC1KVGBT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/68GD/GC1KVGBT/F6O68GDGC1KVGBT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/68GD/GC1KVGBT/F6O68GDGC1KVGBT.SMALL.jpg EOILQJ5GC1KVG8W scoochmaroo With these simple instructions, you can make your own sisal mat any size you want.  It's perfect as a welcome mat, in a mud room, or think big and make a new dining room rug!  All you need is some sisal from the hardware store and a crochet hook, and you're ready to go.  For the price of one door ma...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 30 Jul 2010 20:03:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-Apple-Coasters/
Crochet Apple Coasters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/RGZF/GBB7H469/FPGRGZFGBB7H469.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/RGZF/GBB7H469/FPGRGZFGBB7H469.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/RGZF/GBB7H469/FPGRGZFGBB7H469.SMALL.jpg EBWIOGKGB5HE07F Yarnabees Here is a very easy Crochet Coaster to make and it would make a great decoration to any summer party. They are very absorbent using the Lion Cotton yarn. I have been crocheting for over 14 years and this took me 30 minutes to make one Apple Coaster so this pattern can be longer or shorter depending...
By: Yarnabees

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:08:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-crochet-1-2/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/T4VA/G8HN27FD/FKPT4VAG8HN27FD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/T4VA/G8HN27FD/FKPT4VAG8HN27FD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/T4VA/G8HN27FD/FKPT4VAG8HN27FD.SMALL.jpg EMW2FZLG8HN27D4 laraCat  This video is a tutorial on the starting basics of crocheting; how  make a slip knot, hold the yarn in your hand for tension and how to make a single crochet stitch (sc). Meant to be a precursor to "Crocheting a stretch sensor", but is all inclusive. 
By: laraCat

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:35:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-knit-close-fitting-fingerless-gloves/
How to knit close-fitting fingerless gloves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW7/HJHL/GB3W5EKK/FW7HJHLGB3W5EKK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW7/HJHL/GB3W5EKK/FW7HJHLGB3W5EKK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW7/HJHL/GB3W5EKK/FW7HJHLGB3W5EKK.SMALL.jpg EPPQMN3GB3W5DZO plzsendchocolate I created this pattern for knit fingerless gloves after making many pairs using patterns out there, but finding none that "hug" your hand.  By adding a thumb wrap and using seed stitch for the top portion of the pattern, these really fit like a glove should!   The pattern can fit a woman's small t...
By: plzsendchocolate

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 2 Jul 2010 04:11:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-replacement-pads-for-your-earbuds/
Knit replacement pads for your earbuds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/R1FB/GAPUWTUO/FHWR1FBGAPUWTUO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/R1FB/GAPUWTUO/FHWR1FBGAPUWTUO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/R1FB/GAPUWTUO/FHWR1FBGAPUWTUO.SMALL.jpg EM7LE2JGAPUWTUM yoyology There are a lot of bad earbuds out there, but it seems that even the ones that are halfway decent are covered in half a micron of cheap black foam that tears at the slightest provocation. Why not replace the foam with a well-knit cover made from good yarn? Here's how. NOTE: this Instructable assum...
By: yoyology

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:42:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Cast-On/
How to Cast On - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/O6CN/06AEUJ7Y4F6/FOBO6CN06AEUJ7Y4F6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/O6CN/06AEUJ7Y4F6/FOBO6CN06AEUJ7Y4F6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/O6CN/06AEUJ7Y4F6/FOBO6CN06AEUJ7Y4F6.SMALL.jpg EW736HCRDYEUJ7Y4G6 BrianSawyer There are some things I constantly find myself going back to my knitting books for a refresher on, and casting on is one of them. I’ve built it into my muscle memory now, but for years I’d need to consult some reference or another to remind me how to start every new project. If you’re anything like...
By: BrianSawyer

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 15 Nov 2006 19:23:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-a-Penguin-Bib/
Crochet a Penguin Bib - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJR/88OB/G8HNHY8I/FJR88OBG8HNHY8I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJR/88OB/G8HNHY8I/FJR88OBG8HNHY8I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJR/88OB/G8HNHY8I/FJR88OBG8HNHY8I.SMALL.jpg E3EEQ7YG8HNHY5C Yarnabees Lion Brand has a lot of great  patterns for free. I really liked their Owl Bib www.lionbrand.com/patterns/90157AD.html but I decided to change it up a bit so all I did was change the colors of the yarn and add a couple of more rows to make it a little longer. What it turned out to be was a Penguin B...
By: Yarnabees

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 16 Jun 2010 13:53:50 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wash-Dog-Fur-for-Spinning/
Wash Dog Fur for Spinning - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/SG6K/3I5EP27S5I2/FX0SG6K3I5EP27S5I2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/SG6K/3I5EP27S5I2/FX0SG6K3I5EP27S5I2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/SG6K/3I5EP27S5I2/FX0SG6K3I5EP27S5I2.SMALL.jpg ESC3W9J6JVEP2869KJ cobaltandindigo Turn that smelly fur into soft gorgeous spinning fiber - without felting or matting it too much! Bag it up! Place the fur into nylon mesh lingerie bags (or any netting-type bag that can be secured closed). Don't put too much in, you're going to need to have some room for water and soap to circul...
By: cobaltandindigo

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 5 Nov 2005 06:47:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Amigurumi-and-the-Perils-of-Space-Travel/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/8ZJB/G9NH9BBB/FWZ8ZJBG9NH9BBB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/8ZJB/G9NH9BBB/FWZ8ZJBG9NH9BBB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/8ZJB/G9NH9BBB/FWZ8ZJBG9NH9BBB.SMALL.jpg E64FRLEG9NH9B69 needlenoodles The ocean isn't the only place full of danger! Follow along as our intrepid astronaut explores the starry unknown. All items were made and designed by me using my Clover Soft Touch US Size E (3.5 mm) hook, and stuffed using polyester fiberfill. Some of the crochet patterns which I used here are...
By: needlenoodles

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 2 Jun 2010 23:20:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/American-Flag-Blanket/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/RVFF/FB7FBU6J/FENRVFFFB7FBU6J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/RVFF/FB7FBU6J/FENRVFFFB7FBU6J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/RVFF/FB7FBU6J/FENRVFFFB7FBU6J.SMALL.jpg EY41LSFFB7FBU89 kcrespy I knit this beautiful American Flag blanket for my friends' son, my "nephew", Jack for his 6th birthday. Though the pattern only called for 32 stars, I made 50 and repositioned them so that they fit on the field. Due to space constrictions, they are not laid out in the traditional way, but as expect...
By: kcrespy

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:51:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wash-wool-or-other-fibers-for-spinning/
Wash wool or other fibers for spinning. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/L9TA/G9BWXR3X/FPKL9TAG9BWXR3X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/L9TA/G9BWXR3X/FPKL9TAG9BWXR3X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/L9TA/G9BWXR3X/FPKL9TAG9BWXR3X.SMALL.jpg E16CIHMG9BWGAOF Culturespy  Washing wool and other animal fibers can be tricky. If you do it wrong you get a glopping wet mass of felt. No fun at all and potentially costly if not a waste of time and effort. Some fibers are easier than others to wash and are more tolerant of agitation but all can and will mat up if mishandled...
By: Culturespy

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 18 May 2010 06:58:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-An-Awesome-Drop-Spindle/
Make An Awesome Drop Spindle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F13/ZD1F/G91Y4SA5/F13ZD1FG91Y4SA5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F13/ZD1F/G91Y4SA5/F13ZD1FG91Y4SA5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F13/ZD1F/G91Y4SA5/F13ZD1FG91Y4SA5.SMALL.jpg EX87NGQG91YH3YS Culturespy  Drop spindles are an ancient tool for spinning fiber into yarn or thread. They've been around for a very long time and have changed little since their first invention. The first spindles weighted with whorls appeared as far back as the Neolithic era. A whorl is simply a weight that helps the spindl...
By: Culturespy

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 13 May 2010 00:29:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Lining-a-hand-knit-sweater/
Lining a hand knit sweater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/7R0O/G91YCVXY/F1X7R0OG91YCVXY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/7R0O/G91YCVXY/F1X7R0OG91YCVXY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/7R0O/G91YCVXY/F1X7R0OG91YCVXY.SMALL.jpg EHCWL37G8XPHXK8 blopez This is not an instructable to teach you to knit.  It assumes the ability to knit a sweater. I was knitting a baby sweater for a pregnant friend. The pattern called for button holes and tiny buttons. I remembered the frustration of trying to button a squirming newborn into a wee sweater and though...
By: blopez

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 11 May 2010 02:18:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/robot-friend/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/MHXW/G7DYJYIY/F3XMHXWG7DYJYIY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/MHXW/G7DYJYIY/F3XMHXWG7DYJYIY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/MHXW/G7DYJYIY/F3XMHXWG7DYJYIY.SMALL.jpg EM038TMG7DYJYIS makingfriends This is a knitted robot friend slightly modified from Jess Hutchinson's robot pattern from her out-of-print booklet Unusual Toys For You To Knit and Enjoy. I miniaturized it by using finer yarn than the pattern called for. I also substituted a little pouch in the robot's front instead of the origina...
By: makingfriends

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 3 Apr 2010 20:25:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Dragon-Eating-Ice-Cream/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/5Y77/G8CBY5NS/FKX5Y77G8CBY5NS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/5Y77/G8CBY5NS/FKX5Y77G8CBY5NS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/5Y77/G8CBY5NS/FKX5Y77G8CBY5NS.SMALL.jpg EOP2SH0G8CBY5NL knittingkneedle There is no pattern for this sculpture.  I thought about what I wanted to make and then I made it.  It's about 14" tall.
By: knittingkneedle

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 26 Apr 2010 03:34:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Squid-Hat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/MWEV/G8C3JLTE/FGFMWEVG8C3JLTE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/MWEV/G8C3JLTE/FGFMWEVG8C3JLTE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/MWEV/G8C3JLTE/FGFMWEVG8C3JLTE.SMALL.jpg EVR78LPG8C3JLQM bweedon I created this squid hat for Crazy Hat Day, part of a Spirit Week we held this winter at the school I work for.  I made it without a pattern, using pictures of squids for inspiration. For this project I used Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn in Dark Grey Heather and Apple Green and a J Hook.  I also Used Safet...
By: bweedon

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 25 Apr 2010 19:03:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-Amigurumi-Three-Peas-in-a-Pod/
Crochet Amigurumi Three Peas in a Pod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/HXVX/G89WKOG3/FD5HXVXG89WKOG3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/HXVX/G89WKOG3/FD5HXVXG89WKOG3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/HXVX/G89WKOG3/FD5HXVXG89WKOG3.SMALL.jpg EIU28XBG89WC1Z1 Yarnabees This Amigurumi Peas in a Pod pattern is from Lion Brand www.lionbrand.com/patterns/80308AD.html I did not make the hat, veil or flowers. What I added to the pattern was a bow and a baby pea, to the pod I added a stem. I do sell my own patterns on my etsy shop www.etsy.com/shop/yarnabees Getting S...
By: Yarnabees

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 25 Apr 2010 04:42:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Amigurumi-and-the-Perils-of-Deep-Sea-Diving/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/KC3D/G8C3UB67/F1ZKC3DG8C3UB67.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/KC3D/G8C3UB67/F1ZKC3DG8C3UB67.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/KC3D/G8C3UB67/F1ZKC3DG8C3UB67.SMALL.jpg EL9N6QIG8C3UAAR needlenoodles Follow along as our intrepid deep sea diver discovers the dangers lurking in the deep. All items were made and designed by me using my Clover Soft Touch US Size E (3.5 mm) hook, and stuffed using polyester fiberfill.  Some of the crochet patterns which I used here are available online, and I have i...
By: needlenoodles

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 23 Apr 2010 03:38:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Brendan-Small/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/KGKM/G8B8THSY/FLPKGKMG8B8THSY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/KGKM/G8B8THSY/FLPKGKMG8B8THSY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/KGKM/G8B8THSY/FLPKGKMG8B8THSY.SMALL.jpg E7B7ONAG8B8RAFZ domestic_engineer This is my crocheted tribute to Brendan Small from the TV show Home Movies. He is entirely made from yarn, and stuffed with fiberfill. The hair is chain crocheted, and sewn onto the head. The eyes, nose, and arms were made separately and sewn on.  The pupils are French knots, and the smile is embr...
By: domestic_engineer

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:40:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Sonia-the-Giraffe/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/LQO1/G8ARZSB9/FROLQO1G8ARZSB9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/LQO1/G8ARZSB9/FROLQO1G8ARZSB9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/LQO1/G8ARZSB9/FROLQO1G8ARZSB9.SMALL.jpg EEAD9ZWG8ARZSB5 littletoki One of my previous colleagues requested a giraffe for her niece, Sonia.  I came up with a baby giraffe that was chubby and round and easy for little hands to hold.  Originally, I had planned to give her a short neck but I tried a few sizes and nothing looked quite right.  I ended up scrapping the ne...
By: littletoki

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 22 Apr 2010 03:00:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Crochet-a-Bacteriophage-Virus/
How to Crochet a Bacteriophage Virus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/0E1D/G825D113/F8Y0E1DG825D113.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/0E1D/G825D113/F8Y0E1DG825D113.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/0E1D/G825D113/F8Y0E1DG825D113.SMALL.jpg EEGDO15G825I5DU skbmo Bacteriophages are viruses which attach bacteria. They look so cool I just had to make one for myself. In the steps below, I will give general guidelines for crocheting one of your own. Detailed steps are not given, but it really isn't that hard if you have made crochet critters before. Step 1: Th...
By: skbmo

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:54:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Happy-Together/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/SFDK/G825R9FO/F7BSFDKG825R9FO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/SFDK/G825R9FO/F7BSFDKG825R9FO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/SFDK/G825R9FO/F7BSFDKG825R9FO.SMALL.jpg E2FO2EUG825R9FM genuine mudpie Meet Nigiri and Wasabi. They're fridge magnets who loves to hold important pieces of paper in place. Like take-out sushi menus and paintings from Friday's art class. Don't let Nigiri's pointy teeth make you think it's mean. It's actually a gentle spirit, quite introverted, and spends lots of time c...
By: genuine mudpie

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:40:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-Lego-Man/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/HGWL/G825CSC9/F5HHGWLG825CSC9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/HGWL/G825CSC9/F5HHGWLG825CSC9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/HGWL/G825CSC9/F5HHGWLG825CSC9.SMALL.jpg ECLAAWPG825CSBL amyldice This was done by request from my husband. He has been a long time in the making, but after working hard on it for a week straight, he's finally complete. He stands 35 inches tall. He's crocheted completely with Hometown USA Lion Brand yarn and a size K hook. I wrote down the pattern as I made him, a...
By: amyldice

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:08:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cliff-the-Caveman/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/L9H7/G825R3YM/FGFL9H7G825R3YM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/L9H7/G825R3YM/FGFL9H7G825R3YM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/L9H7/G825R3YM/FGFL9H7G825R3YM.SMALL.jpg EQLSJSUG825R3YF fullofbuttercups  I crocheted "cliff" to use up some left over skeins I had lying around the house. Cliff is entirely crocheted using simple single crochet stitching. I didn't a pattern to make him, just made a basic sphere for the head, decreased down to a neck, increased out to a torso divided into 2 legs. All cro...
By: fullofbuttercups

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:16:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Penny-the-peacock/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/XNRE/G825R3XZ/FARXNREG825R3XZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/XNRE/G825R3XZ/FARXNREG825R3XZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/XNRE/G825R3XZ/FARXNREG825R3XZ.SMALL.jpg ERARXG8G825R3XO fullofbuttercups  I decided to make "penny" to use up spare balls of yarn from old projects past. I looked at the colors i had and they were the perfect combo to make a peacock. I didnt have a pattern to go off of, just a little adding and subtracting as i went along, and penny came out sassy and cute. Shes only abo...
By: fullofbuttercups

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:02:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-an-Amigurumi-Cupcake/
Crochet an Amigurumi Cupcake - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/4MEV/G7DY7O4F/F5V4MEVG7DY7O4F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/4MEV/G7DY7O4F/F5V4MEVG7DY7O4F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/4MEV/G7DY7O4F/F5V4MEVG7DY7O4F.SMALL.jpg EEPB6ALG7DYQ38Z theitsybitsyspider This amigurumi cupcake pattern is my original design and the PDF is available as a free download from Ravelry.com. To see more of my work or get copies of other patterns I've written, please visit my blog or Ravelry Pattern Shop. I also sell finished amigurumi in my Etsy shop. Thanks for checking ...
By: theitsybitsyspider

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 8 Apr 2010 02:37:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/treefrog-friend/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/ZX9I/G7DY7753/F9QZX9IG7DY7753.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/ZX9I/G7DY7753/F9QZX9IG7DY7753.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/ZX9I/G7DY7753/F9QZX9IG7DY7753.SMALL.jpg ESW6JG8G7DY774C makingfriends This treefrog friend was knitted by a squid friend. ;) Both are Hansigurumi patterns. I used fingering-weight wool yarn and smaller needles instead of the worsted weight called for in the pattern. A vinyl toy helped with some of the tedious sewing of toes.
By: makingfriends

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 5 Apr 2010 03:30:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-instructables-patch-to-apply-to-your-proje/
Make an instructables patch to apply to your projects - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/QP3S/G7DYXUXX/FBBQP3SG7DYXUXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/QP3S/G7DYXUXX/FBBQP3SG7DYXUXX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/QP3S/G7DYXUXX/FBBQP3SG7DYXUXX.SMALL.jpg EABRHP8G69MW0T4 derte84 The purpose of this project is to provide a link between an object and the instructable nedded to build it. For this project I will make a patch to apply to my messanger bag (instructables: www.instructables.com/id/Storm-proof-messenger-bag/ or simply point your qr-code reader to the photo of this i...
By: derte84

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 31 Mar 2010 19:51:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Casting-on-a-knitting-loom/
Casting on a knitting loom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/X28L/F0H63NI3/FXOX28LF0H63NI3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/X28L/F0H63NI3/FXOX28LF0H63NI3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/X28L/F0H63NI3/FXOX28LF0H63NI3.SMALL.jpg EK70CQEF0H63NGI PurlingSprite There are various methods to cast on a knitting loom, the method shown here is the Crochet Cast on. The Crochet Cast on provides a nice, non-loopy edge that works well for most of the loom knitted items: like socks, scarves, blankets--or any other item that has the first row showing. If you are knit...
By: PurlingSprite

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 14 Apr 2007 07:46:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Kitten-Mittons/
Kitten Mittons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F04/P63V/G6MPLMLF/F04P63VG6MPLMLF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F04/P63V/G6MPLMLF/F04P63VG6MPLMLF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F04/P63V/G6MPLMLF/F04P63VG6MPLMLF.SMALL.jpg EGQ9WP2G6MPPAPF anniemagz It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia is quite possibly the best show ever to grace television with its presence.  If you haven’t seen it, it is the most not-politically-correct show about the absolute worst people, and I love it.  In one of the best episodes, Charlie, who is obsessed with the girl who ...
By: anniemagz

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 13 Mar 2010 01:32:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Not-a-Knitter-Not-a-Problem-Knit-a-Cable-Knit-Sc/
Not a Knitter? Not a Problem! Knit a Cable-Knit Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/TY52/G68H8MJH/F6ITY52G68H8MJH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/TY52/G68H8MJH/F6ITY52G68H8MJH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/TY52/G68H8MJH/F6ITY52G68H8MJH.SMALL.jpg E9Y127DG5ZJQVFW sydneys89 Impress your friends and family by spinning out this classic, sexless scarf. This instructable will teach you how to do so. I've put it in video format so that you can watch each step of the process, and follow along with your own set of needles at home. These instructions are designed to be useful...
By: sydneys89

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 2 Mar 2010 12:32:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Felted-Bag/
Felted Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/7EML/59YEP27RCWC/FPE7EML59YEP27RCWC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/7EML/59YEP27RCWC/FPE7EML59YEP27RCWC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/7EML/59YEP27RCWC/FPE7EML59YEP27RCWC.SMALL.jpg EHF4AD3ZQ1EP2865HN nguyenle Here are instructions on how to make your very own felted/fulled bag. For those of you who aren't familiar with the term "fulled", it's basically shrinking wool. You know that sweater you accidently shrunk in the wash? You fulled it. Knit 2 circles Loosely kint your piece. You can make whatever s...
By: nguyenle

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 12 Sep 2005 18:21:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/quotKitemanquot-at-the-end-of-your-fingertip/
"Kiteman" at the end of your fingertip! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/FEDI/FYIZ43M9/F3WFEDIFYIZ43M9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/FEDI/FYIZ43M9/F3WFEDIFYIZ43M9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/FEDI/FYIZ43M9/F3WFEDIFYIZ43M9.SMALL.jpg E29T1OFFYIZ42M7 stinkymum Haven't you always wanted your very own "Kiteman" finger puppet at the end of your fingertip, ready to do your every whim?. He also doubles as a decoration for the end of your pencil? Take him back to school - amaze your friends. Well now you are in luck, (with some encouragement from Caitlin'...
By: stinkymum

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:54:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Finger-puppets-for-all-reasons/
Finger puppets for all reasons! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/Y0DO/FXXPL74G/FRSY0DOFXXPL74G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/Y0DO/FXXPL74G/FRSY0DOFXXPL74G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/Y0DO/FXXPL74G/FRSY0DOFXXPL74G.SMALL.jpg E1YOP6WFXXPL6HG stinkymum A quick and easy kid project is to knit and sew finger puppets. It is very simple - even an adult can do it! My niece in England asked me for finger puppets so I devised this very basic pattern. If you can knit garter and stockinette stitch reasonably well, it will be a doddle! This would be...
By: stinkymum

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:56:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Theres-something-fishy-in-my-pocket/
There's something fishy in my pocket! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/K6K1/FWBNFYD7/F7TK6K1FWBNFYD7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/K6K1/FWBNFYD7/F7TK6K1FWBNFYD7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/K6K1/FWBNFYD7/F7TK6K1FWBNFYD7.SMALL.jpg EOGHJW7FW39KJT9 stinkymum Let's face it, haven't you always wanted a fish in your pocket. I'm not talking smelly, slimy real fish, but nice well-behaved knitted fish with which you can charm and delight your friends. Get the knitting needles and yarn ready, for here we go! I am using leftover yarn from other finished pr...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:43:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-Moustache/
Knitted Moustache - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FMR/NHTH/FVUJHKZA/FMRNHTHFVUJHKZA.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FMR/NHTH/FVUJHKZA/FMRNHTHFVUJHKZA.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FMR/NHTH/FVUJHKZA/FMRNHTHFVUJHKZA.SMALL.jpg ECJ0QTEFVUJHKXV Holly2 Here's an instructable to make your very own knitted upper lip warmer. Perfect for fancy dress and birthday pressies for men (or women). Very quick to make, little knitting skills needed! Have a look at a few picture of people wearing ones I've made, stylish eh? You will need... For this make you...
By: Holly2

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:16:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-a-Hat-Without-using-a-Pattern/
Knit a Hat Without using a Pattern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/F5VS/FR123AIE/FGJF5VSFR123AIE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/F5VS/FR123AIE/FGJF5VSFR123AIE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/F5VS/FR123AIE/FGJF5VSFR123AIE.SMALL.jpg E7DVYUGFQWVVC3Y rachel I was in a yarn store a week or two ago and overheard someone asking for a pattern for a scarf. It was all I could do not to say, you don't need a pattern for a scarf! Cast on until it's wide enough, then knit until it's long enough! Done! But I was good.Hats are slightly more complicated if you...
By: rachel

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:11:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-Mermaid-Tail-for-Dolls/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/KIY7/FQCTIR7P/FFIKIY7FQCTIR7P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/KIY7/FQCTIR7P/FFIKIY7FQCTIR7P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/KIY7/FQCTIR7P/FFIKIY7FQCTIR7P.SMALL.jpg ECXDG9IFQCTIR7A ansleybleu I have transformed my dolls into into sirens of the sea with this new knitting pattern I designed, Mermaid Tail for Dolls. The models are a Barbie and a 27cm Volks doll. The furniture and accessories are by Mattel and Re-ment. The pattern calls for 1 skein of Cotton Classic yarn by Tahki Stacy C...
By: ansleybleu

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 26 Jan 2009 01:21:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Master-Shake/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/DQ48/FQCTO0MB/FOHDQ48FQCTO0MB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/DQ48/FQCTO0MB/FOHDQ48FQCTO0MB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/DQ48/FQCTO0MB/FOHDQ48FQCTO0MB.SMALL.jpg ECGF1RAFQ6DXKPW Fruppi My name is Shake-Zula, the mic rulah, the old schoolah. You want a trip? I'll bring it to ya!Another great geek-gift! I made Shake with a bunch of yarn I had around...but if your weights are a little different, your gauge won't end up like mine...just add or subtract a few rounds as needed in the...
By: Fruppi

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:23:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Woolery-knittedfelted-jewelry/
Woolery--knitted/felted jewelry - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/SHNI/FPWWQP8B/F2VSHNIFPWWQP8B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/SHNI/FPWWQP8B/F2VSHNIFPWWQP8B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/SHNI/FPWWQP8B/F2VSHNIFPWWQP8B.SMALL.jpg E4CZ7ZCFPWWTQWL rowsoprose Heavy metal chains conduct cold--and another word for diamonds? Ice! So if a girl wants to accessorize and keep warm, regular jewelry isn't going to throw any sparks. Since all I want to do when the cold winds blow is knit, I decided to knit a necklace that would add some color to my thermal turt...
By: rowsoprose

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 15 Jan 2009 20:58:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tatted-Mask-1/
Tatted Mask - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/5GPF/FNZAHTFM/FOV5GPFFNZAHTFM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/5GPF/FNZAHTFM/FOV5GPFFNZAHTFM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/5GPF/FNZAHTFM/FOV5GPFFNZAHTFM.SMALL.jpg EC46TAMFOD7XVMW TotusMel My tatted mask is made with cotton thread, swarovski crystals and a few small pieces of wire. You will need an intermediate to advanced knowledge of needle or shuttle tatting to complete this project including split rings, josephine knots and adding beads to tatting. This project uses size 10 croc...
By: TotusMel

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 6 Dec 2008 23:18:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Another-choice-for-knitted-hems-the-straight-edg/
Another choice for knitted hems - the straight edged hem - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/ETTM/FKX1CZ5I/FE8ETTMFKX1CZ5I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/ETTM/FKX1CZ5I/FE8ETTMFKX1CZ5I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/ETTM/FKX1CZ5I/FE8ETTMFKX1CZ5I.SMALL.jpg E4OY7OTFKXHWXO3 stinkymum Ribbed hems are all well and good and they are wonderful for sweaters and other casual garments. However, what do you do if you want a hemline that does not stretch? You can knit the picot hem, http://www.instructables.com/id/How_to_knit_a_quotPicotquot_Edge/ However, this can be a bit too fancy...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:39:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-decrease-neatly-to-form-the-shaping-of-a-sh/
How to decrease neatly to form the shaping of shoulder seams on knitted sleeves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/E8Z2/FKRSA89V/F4NE8Z2FKRSA89V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/E8Z2/FKRSA89V/F4NE8Z2FKRSA89V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/E8Z2/FKRSA89V/F4NE8Z2FKRSA89V.SMALL.jpg EDTNXAUFKLD2V4L stinkymum When knitting a sweater with sleeves, once you have the length of sleeves required you have to taper in the top for the shoulder. Usually the pattern tells you at some point to knit two together at the very beginning of the row and then knit two together at the very end of the row. I do not par...
By: stinkymum

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:53:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-knit-a-quotPicotquot-Edge/
How to knit a Picot Edge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/TRBQ/FKUQ98OC/FODTRBQFKUQ98OC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/TRBQ/FKUQ98OC/FODTRBQFKUQ98OC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/TRBQ/FKUQ98OC/FODTRBQFKUQ98OC.SMALL.jpg ERHKOW6FKRSA8T7 stinkymum Most sweaters, hats etc. have a ribbed edge, which stops the knitted piece from curling up. It is also stretchy. If you don't want a stretchy hem or sleeve cuff there is an alternative. It is called the "picot" edge. Here is how to achieve it. I have cast on 21 stitches for the example in re...
By: stinkymum

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 8 Sep 2008 03:24:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-knit-a-quotproperquot-English-tea-cosy/
How to knit a 'proper' English tea cosy! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/9CRX/FKRSA4BH/FEK9CRXFKRSA4BH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/9CRX/FKRSA4BH/FEK9CRXFKRSA4BH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/9CRX/FKRSA4BH/FEK9CRXFKRSA4BH.SMALL.jpg EJKX60TFKN6C80I stinkymum Americans don't know what a tea cosy is! However, once they see one and decide it is not a hat for a large dog or small donkey, they want one - that is of course if they own a proper tea pot. (Look inside the tea pot and a "proper" tea pot has several holes where the spout enters the pot - not jus...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 6 Sep 2008 15:18:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Knit-a-Pidge-Scarf/
How To Knit a Pidge Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/18EU/FEJ2E7C4/F3G18EUFEJ2E7C4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/18EU/FEJ2E7C4/F3G18EUFEJ2E7C4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/18EU/FEJ2E7C4/F3G18EUFEJ2E7C4.SMALL.jpg EV0JFZ4FEJ2E7CO threadbanger In this episode of threadbanger, Corinne shows you how to make a very simple yet fashionable pidge scarf. Using the knitting techniques from a previous tutorial, this scarf is an awesome fashion accessory for both the guys and the girls. Materials:size 15 needlesthick bulky yarn2 buttonsneedle and ...
By: threadbanger

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 2 Apr 2008 19:25:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Stripey-winter-throat-warmer/
Stripey winter throat warmer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/OL0I/FGQDKJZ9/FUJOL0IFGQDKJZ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/OL0I/FGQDKJZ9/FUJOL0IFGQDKJZ9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/OL0I/FGQDKJZ9/FUJOL0IFGQDKJZ9.SMALL.jpg EEMUYH3FGQDKJZ7 fake_faux Wear this winter throat warmer as harbinger of blazer-striped, deckchair days and the promise of that elusive sun-drenched picnic in St James’s park being hustled by the Canada geese for your sandwich crusts or as an evocation of halcyon memories of melted, sunscreen flavoured ice-cream traumas of...
By: fake_faux

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 3 Jun 2008 15:43:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-a-tiny-flower-pin-bouquet-for-Mothers-Day/
Knit a tiny flower pin bouquet for Mothers' Day - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F20/OTXJ/FG2MAQHX/F20OTXJFG2MAQHX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F20/OTXJ/FG2MAQHX/F20OTXJFG2MAQHX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F20/OTXJ/FG2MAQHX/F20OTXJFG2MAQHX.SMALL.jpg EFRB6FVFG0GRYUX stinkymum Here is a last minute Mother's Day gift, suitable for any "mum", mom, auntie or Grandma. It's a tiny knitted flower pin bouquet, which I am sure will be loved because it is home made Things you will need This bouquet is knitted on 3mm needles with oddments of yarn in suitable colours that you m...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 9 May 2008 15:00:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Laptop-Compubody-Sock/
Laptop Compubody Sock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/NFY0/FF78HWJO/FTRNFY0FF78HWJO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/NFY0/FF78HWJO/FTRNFY0FF78HWJO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/NFY0/FF78HWJO/FTRNFY0FF78HWJO.SMALL.jpg EK3JQIIFF78HWK0 bekathwia Here're instructions for making an eye-catching hoodie for your laptop to use in public spaces for warmth and privacy. These are more sculptures than they are practical devices, and as such they're a fun challenge for knitting because of the complex form. A great site for learning a bunch of differe...
By: bekathwia

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 18 Apr 2008 23:24:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-a-Rimmed-Beanie/
How To Make a Brimmed Beenie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/AC3L/FEMY32EF/F0PAC3LFEMY32EF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/AC3L/FEMY32EF/F0PAC3LFEMY32EF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/AC3L/FEMY32EF/F0PAC3LFEMY32EF.SMALL.jpg ETKG3BFFEMY32B0 threadbanger Have you had any problems creating the perfect hat? The rim always turns out to be warped, right? And you don't want to follow the crowd and buy one of those mass produced beenie hats... right? Well, we here at Threadbanger, have been overwhelmed with requests for guy-fashion, so in this episode ...
By: threadbanger

Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 9 Apr 2008 17:44:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-Hat-and-Stuff/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/1RZX/FD80P301/F8V1RZXFD80P301.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/1RZX/FD80P301/F8V1RZXFD80P301.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/1RZX/FD80P301/F8V1RZXFD80P301.SMALL.jpg EBL4VGKFEEMANP2 fabric_lover Stuff I've been making while stuck indoors in Washington State!
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 30 Mar 2008 17:34:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Yarn-Swift/
Duct Tape Yarn Swift - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/I2K0/FD80BQ2E/FKYI2K0FD80BQ2E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/I2K0/FD80BQ2E/FKYI2K0FD80BQ2E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/I2K0/FD80BQ2E/FKYI2K0FD80BQ2E.SMALL.jpg EQSPJHLFD80BQ2M sideways This is an easy to make yarn swift; no measuring, cutting or gluing needed. The only tool needed is pliers. It took me 15 minutes to put together. The materials (coat hangers, duct tape and lazy susan) are things that many of us already have, or can be borrowed or purchased very cheap. The total cos...
By: sideways

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 29 Feb 2008 18:20:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Yarn-ball-winder/
Yarn ball winder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/H66F/FD80BQIC/F7PH66FFD80BQIC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/H66F/FD80BQIC/F7PH66FFD80BQIC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/H66F/FD80BQIC/F7PH66FFD80BQIC.SMALL.jpg EM0Q14QFD80BQIH sideways Make a center-pull ball using a knitting needle, drill and masking tape. This photo shows the winder being used with my duct tape yarn swift. Supplies drill knitting needle #9 masking tape Note: In place of a knitting needle, you could use a... wooden dowel plastic or metal rod or tube pencil b...
By: sideways

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 29 Feb 2008 22:02:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Love/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/CX4X/FCRT39OG/FE0CX4XFCRT39OG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/CX4X/FCRT39OG/FE0CX4XFCRT39OG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/CX4X/FCRT39OG/FE0CX4XFCRT39OG.SMALL.jpg E16F2OFFCRT39T1 mydogellen Every year I try to participate in a bicycle-related art auction that gives the proceeds to a local community-run bike shop that recycles and rebuilds old bikes. I usually attempt to make bike-inspired items using fabric, thread, or yarn. This year I set out to make a knit bicycle. I wish there was ...
By: mydogellen

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:39:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Small-Knitting-Loom/
Making a Small Knitting Loom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/8ILN/FCHYODJG/FZX8ILNFCHYODJG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/8ILN/FCHYODJG/FZX8ILNFCHYODJG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/8ILN/FCHYODJG/FZX8ILNFCHYODJG.SMALL.jpg EL6H5WVFCHYODK0 Pixelante_Annie This is a simple knitting loom I created out of wire for making cord cozies. A cord cozy is used by some to keep small pets from chewing on cords. I just think they look neat. Materials No pictures for this step! What you need is: - 2 needle nose pliers - 16 gauge wire - A ruler To knit with ...
By: Pixelante_Annie

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 18 Feb 2008 02:06:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Tardis---knitted/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/RNTN/FCEIM2RT/F9ORNTNFCEIM2RT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/RNTN/FCEIM2RT/F9ORNTNFCEIM2RT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/RNTN/FCEIM2RT/F9ORNTNFCEIM2RT.SMALL.jpg E7988POFCEIM2SK pixelbrid So I wanted a fun holiday project that was fun to knit, transportable and had no functional purpose whatsoever. I found this graph for a knitted tardis at http://www.entropyhouse.com/penwiper/who/knittardis.html .Being a long time Dr Who freak this was totally what I was after. I knitted it out of 8...
By: pixelbrid

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 17 Feb 2008 05:21:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Three-Kippot/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/TO9L/FCEIJFA4/FU5TO9LFCEIJFA4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/TO9L/FCEIJFA4/FU5TO9LFCEIJFA4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/TO9L/FCEIJFA4/FU5TO9LFCEIJFA4.SMALL.jpg E6ULAE1FCEIJFAQ cozycoleman Most people are more familiar with the term yarmulke. These three kippot were hand knit then fulled (or felted) and then embellished with needle felting.The patterns are of my own design. You can find the pattern for the floral kippot at: cozycoleman.etsy.comYou can find the pattern for the star of ...
By: cozycoleman

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 16 Feb 2008 21:02:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Ode-to-Quilting-Afghan/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/HHUQ/FCEILZ4M/FQBHHUQFCEILZ4M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/HHUQ/FCEILZ4M/FQBHHUQFCEILZ4M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/HHUQ/FCEILZ4M/FQBHHUQFCEILZ4M.SMALL.jpg E88WSB8FCEILZ59 KnittedGems This afghan was born out of my love for quilting and knitting. Each of the blocks is made by knitting several individual pieces and seaming them together to form a 12-inch square. The squares are then seamed together to form a 36-inch afghan. 5 buttons adorn the middle square. The afghan will be don...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 15 Feb 2008 20:03:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Oliver-the-Octopus/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/WYE3/FCEILWON/FDJWYE3FCEILWON.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/WYE3/FCEILWON/FDJWYE3FCEILWON.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/WYE3/FCEILWON/FDJWYE3FCEILWON.SMALL.jpg E7C3JWCFCEILWO8 stinkymum I knitted an Octopus and sent it into a Chinese Auction at my local church. A couple of little boys really wanted to win him and one of them did. The other little chap was quite heartbroken, but luckily I had another one at home that needed a new friend, so both were happy in the end.With all tho...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:30:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Lion-Brand-Challenge--Lace-Wedding-Garter/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/JZZQ/FCEIOFCQ/FMSJZZQFCEIOFCQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/JZZQ/FCEIOFCQ/FMSJZZQFCEIOFCQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/JZZQ/FCEIOFCQ/FMSJZZQFCEIOFCQ.SMALL.jpg EDHM8T4FCEIOFE3 trigirl My first attempt at lace - a wedding garter for a friend who was getting married. Finished 10 hours before the big day. She had a spare in case I was not done. Thankfully I finished and she used the spare to toss into the screaming crowd of girls. Made on Size 0 bamboo needles and silk yarn. I ...
By: trigirl

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 8 Feb 2008 18:47:42 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Miniature-Sweaters/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/FPF4/FCEILIV9/FL3FPF4FCEILIV9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/FPF4/FCEILIV9/FL3FPF4FCEILIV9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/FPF4/FCEILIV9/FL3FPF4FCEILIV9.SMALL.jpg EJNA4WFFCEILIV1 ghhenry08 I started knitting miniature sweaters based on Miniature Pullovers by Betty Lampen, and then I started designing my own patterns. They make wonderful gifts or they can be used for fund raising. These are designed to be ornaments rather than doll clothes, although I do tend to weave in all of the e...
By: ghhenry08

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 8 Feb 2008 19:12:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Skeletoque-aka-the-Skeleclava/
Skeletoque, aka the Skeleclava - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/IEL8/FCHYNVJQ/FTLIEL8FCHYNVJQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/IEL8/FCHYNVJQ/FTLIEL8FCHYNVJQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/IEL8/FCHYNVJQ/FTLIEL8FCHYNVJQ.SMALL.jpg EXOBDALFCHYNVJT Robotrix Ok, this one takes some background explanation. My friend introduced me to the work of Sido (read the wikipedia article [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sido_(rapper) here] ). Sometime shortly after, I saw this incredibly clever beard-a-clava over at boing-boing . The two influences ran together in my ...
By: Robotrix

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 11 Feb 2008 21:17:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cute-Knitted-Bunny-from-a-Square-Plus-Ears/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/6ZJP/FBHXCXGN/FKB6ZJPFBHXCXGN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/6ZJP/FBHXCXGN/FKB6ZJPFBHXCXGN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/6ZJP/FBHXCXGN/FKB6ZJPFBHXCXGN.SMALL.jpg EMMOA8SFBHXCYDW mleverette This is a slide show with steps that kept multiplying like bunnies! Start with some Lion Brand Organic Cotton and knit a square to your favorite size. Do a bit of folding, stitching and stuffing...add some ears and a pompom tail and you have a bunny!
By: mleverette

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 18 Jan 2008 01:53:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Starter-Project--Embellishing-left-overs/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/80TR/FC2E8S5F/FQM80TRFC2E8S5F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/80TR/FC2E8S5F/FQM80TRFC2E8S5F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/80TR/FC2E8S5F/FQM80TRFC2E8S5F.SMALL.jpg ES1MK7YFC2E8S44 Msginnny I fell in love with the Felted Flower Tote in the Better Homes & Gardens Knitting Fun For Everyone book. It had been about 20 years since I had knitted anything, so I started out with the Homespun Comfort afghan from the book and made it with the very soft Lion Brand Homespun yarn. After anothe...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 3 Feb 2008 22:33:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-Kebaya-for-Lion-Brand-Challenge/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/YJUI/FC73C4SL/FHPYJUIFC73C4SL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/YJUI/FC73C4SL/FHPYJUIFC73C4SL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/YJUI/FC73C4SL/FHPYJUIFC73C4SL.SMALL.jpg EEEDEB5FC2BTODK dendidong OK, here goes. You probably wonder "What's a kebaya?". So I'll tell you about it first. Kebaya is an Indonesian traditional women's clothing. It's basically a blouse, usually made of sheer fabrics with lace, brocade, wore with a bustier, paired with batik cloth, and usually wore on special occasions...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 3 Feb 2008 06:13:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Never-too-many-hats/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMG/YYDE/FBN9VU0N/FMGYYDEFBN9VU0N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMG/YYDE/FBN9VU0N/FMGYYDEFBN9VU0N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMG/YYDE/FBN9VU0N/FMGYYDEFBN9VU0N.SMALL.jpg EWDJBD9FBN9VU0M irynton I am bored to wear the same hats everybody wears.I am bored to knit the same hats everybody knits.The life is beautiful and different - every day of it.So are my hats.There is a lot more on my etsy store.
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 20 Jan 2008 21:47:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitting-Venture/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPQ/KV6B/FBJIMS6G/FPQKV6BFBJIMS6G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPQ/KV6B/FBJIMS6G/FPQKV6BFBJIMS6G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPQ/KV6B/FBJIMS6G/FPQKV6BFBJIMS6G.SMALL.jpg ERH072PFBJIMS9Q flowox Being young and disabled has lent to too many hours of boredom so knitting was a way to escape and use up some of those hours. Knitting has also given me a way to relax and to not think about the daily pains I have since my mind is concentrating what I'm working on. In the recent months I have als...
By: flowox

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 18 Jan 2008 03:15:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Venezia-Napkin-Rings/
Venezia Napkin Rings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/HSLS/FB7FPNFK/F05HSLSFB7FPNFK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/HSLS/FB7FPNFK/F05HSLSFB7FPNFK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/HSLS/FB7FPNFK/F05HSLSFB7FPNFK.SMALL.jpg EX4LTCEFB7FPNGB evey5268 These are knitted wire and bead napkin rings I made for my family for Christmas. I made three different sets on 30 gauge wire and about 95 beads on each.Made from Knitty's pattern. pattern Beginning to knit I strung the beads onto the wire before beginning to knit. There were 7 stitches and two b...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 11 Jan 2008 04:51:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Pirates-Secret-Scarf/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/BEF0/FB7FPSZQ/FCGBEF0FB7FPSZQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/BEF0/FB7FPSZQ/FCGBEF0FB7FPSZQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/BEF0/FB7FPSZQ/FCGBEF0FB7FPSZQ.SMALL.gif EI1OF6WFB7FPSZP Kiteman My wife knitted this as a gift for our eldest son. The pattern is created as a combination of knits and purls (she says), and revealed by using alternating bands of contrasting shades (in this case, two rows of white and two rows of black). The knits and purls raise and lower the surface to hide or...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 13 Jan 2008 20:16:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Shadow-or-Illusion-Knitting/
Shadow or Illusion Knitting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/TKTG/FB11L2LS/FBNTKTGFB11L2LS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/TKTG/FB11L2LS/FBNTKTGFB11L2LS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/TKTG/FB11L2LS/FBNTKTGFB11L2LS.SMALL.jpg EPL9AF5FB11L28H ERNesbitt Shadow knitting, or illusion knitting, is a process of knitting such that the finished piece has a hidden image only viewable from an angle. The effect is created by alternating rows of two colored yarns so that the raised stitches from one row block out the flat stitches of another row. The finis...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 7 Jan 2008 02:14:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-a-Steve-Zissou-hat./
Knit a Steve Zissou hat. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RT5B/F9AC3MOF/FWHRT5BF9AC3MOF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RT5B/F9AC3MOF/FWHRT5BF9AC3MOF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RT5B/F9AC3MOF/FWHRT5BF9AC3MOF.SMALL.jpg EFP4BZRF9AC3MKH Von Klaus I am a huge Wes Anderson fan, and his movie The Life Aquatic: with Steve Zissou is one of my favorites. The first time I watched it, I yearned (get it yearned) to have a hat like his (for Jacques Cousteau buffs, I know it was his hat first). To tell you the truth, the only reason why I wanted to lea...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:58:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Knit/
How To Knit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/E0XK/F2ZML6JM/FFTE0XKF2ZML6JM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/E0XK/F2ZML6JM/FFTE0XKF2ZML6JM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/E0XK/F2ZML6JM/FFTE0XKF2ZML6JM.SMALL.jpg E7MXYLOF35G4XRS rachel How to knit is one of the more common requests for Instructables, and there are so far only a few addressing knitting. This is an attempt to show the basics, and is in no way comprehensive but should get you started. All you need to learn is some yarn and a pair of needles. In this Instructable I...
By: rachel

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 29 Jun 2007 23:13:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-Plastic-Bag-Handbag/
Knit Plastic Bag Handbag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/QATB/F68BAEZG/F9GQATBF68BAEZG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/QATB/F68BAEZG/F9GQATBF68BAEZG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/QATB/F68BAEZG/F9GQATBF68BAEZG.SMALL.jpg EUSI6BWF68BAEZM pluralmolecule This project explains how to spin yarn from ordinary plastic grocery bags. This yarn can then be knit into a handbag. You will need 1. All the plastic bags under your sink. 2. Scissors 3. A spindle (ancient simple spinning tool) 4. Knitting needles Cut plastic bags into strips Follow a spi...
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