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Knitting a warm hat with a lined brim

A knitted hat with a lined brim is a practical cold-weather project when an ordinary beanie feels a little too thin. The extra layer blocks wind around the…

Crochet a Storage Basket from T-Shirt Yarn

Storage baskets have a knack for disappearing into the background of a tidy room, then suddenly becoming the most sought-after object the moment you need one.…

Knitting a Baby Bootie With a Simple Fold Cuff

A tiny knitted bootie is a practical project for a new baby, a thoughtful baby-shower gift, or a gentle way to use a small amount of quality yarn. This version…

Make fluffy pompoms at home with a cardboard disc

There's something quietly satisfying about finishing a beanie or a baby blanket and topping it off with a perfectly round, fluffy pompom. Whether you're a…

Crochet a Light Ruana Poncho with Open Mesh

A ruana poncho is an easy-wearing layer made from a broad rectangle with an opening at the front or centre. Worked in an open crochet mesh, it has the relaxed…

Knitting a twisted stitch cowl for cold Australian mornings

A cowl neck warmer brings quick comfort when the southerly buster sweeps through Melbourne's laneways or frost settles on Hobart's Mount Wellington. The…

Rescuing a dropped stitch in garter and stockinette knitting

Few things stop a maker mid-row quite like spotting a slipped loop sliding down the fabric. Whether you are working on a baby cardigan during a chilly Sydney…

Crochet a Star Motif Coaster Set Made for Aussie Afternoons

When the sun climbs high and the kettle keeps boiling through the hottest part of the day, most of us drift between the air conditioner and the back verandah…

Knitting A Summer Tank With A Linen Stitch Pattern

A hand-knit summer tank can be light, practical and quietly distinctive when linen stitch is used to create a firm, woven-looking fabric. The pattern’s small…

Crochet a Beanie with a Post Stitch Ribband Trim

A well-fitting beanie is one of those handmade staples that gets worn constantly through the cooler months, tossed in a bag for road trips down the coast, and…