No Yarn Left Behind

Straight from the 1930s, the decade that wrote the handbook for austerity comes the envelope gift. A little something that can be packed into an ordinary envelope and posted domestically or overseas for the cost of a stamp.

A free vintage pattern from the 1940 publication of Knitcraft, an Australian knitting magazine. It features a deep U-shaped neckline and some clever but simple waist shaping, and is perfect for dressing up in true vintage style or just throwing on over a pair of jeans.

This free 1947 pattern for simple quick knit bed socks are perfect to keep your toes cosy.

We're hitting the Handknit Holiday Decor ground running this December with a handknit paper chains. Add some colour to your holiday decor with handknit paper chain bunting Paper chains seem to have made an appearance as holiday decor around the mid-19th Century in England. The idea likely snuck over from Germany in the Victorian era where a lot of our Australian holiday traditions have filtered down from. During more austere times ( think Great Depression and war rationing )

Behold, the simple way to whip up an I-cord (or rope, cable, string—whatever tickles your fancy). Use it to make a drawstring to keep your britches up or a squishy soft tie for a baby bonnet, or anything else to suit your I-cordy needs.

Notes on knitting the 3 hour sweater from the original 1930s pattern. Can I do it in just 3 hours? How long does it actually take?

Woohoo! Move over Jamie Lee and Jane Fonda! Legwarmers are back baby!!! Retro 80s Leg Warmers. Ahhhh... the 80s when Smash Hits and Mix...