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How to Knit Bobble Stitch: Step-by-Step Guide
Bobble stitch is one of those that has become widely popular, particularly with knitted jumpers and octopus toys. It also can be a pain to do particularly if there are… Read more
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My thoughts on Summer Knits… The Knitting for Warmer Days Dilemma and being a Selfish Knitter
Let’s be clear, I am not a summer knitter. I like the feel of a big chunky, super fluffy yarn in my arms, but summer projects do not appeal to… Read more
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King Cole 6076 Cardigan Knitting Pattern Vlog Episode 1
Trying to churn out content all the time, while being a full-time PhD student, working full-time and running a household is exhausting! I love knitting, and I love starting new… Read more
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Current Knitting Projects + New YouTube Branding @KnittingwithMaxine
Hey everyone, feels like it has been a little while since I sat down at my desk and wrote something for heymaxinesplace. Life has been busy as always, and again… Read more
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How to do Double Moss Stitch ( Irish Moss )
In this knitting blog post, you will learn a four-row repeat to work in double moss stitch, also known as Irish moss. Double moss stitch is reversible and is great… Read more
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How to do a Knitted Cast On (Knit-On Cast On)
Casting on is the first step in getting to work on a knitted project. In this blog, I am going to show you how to do a knitted cast on.… Read more
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5 FREE Funky Vest Patterns to spice up your wardrobe
I’m in a sweater vest phase at the moment – it appears to be all I am knitting at the moment. I have previously mentioned the Copenhagen Vest I have… Read more
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3 Easy Projects You Can Simply Sit and Knit
Whilst spending the last few weeks under the weather and with a diagnosis of shingles, its safe to say physically and mentally I have not been feeling my best. So,… Read more
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Current Knitting WIPS and Recently Finished Projects
I’ve been a little unwell recently and as a result, my blog has been a little neglected. So I thought, as a quick check in I would share with you… Read more
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3 Fruity Strawberry Free Knitting Patterns
I’ve scoped the internet far and wide to bring you 3 free strawberry knitting patterns that you can sink your teeth into. Why strawberries you ask? They’re cute, delicious (when… Read more
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