Provo Craft Projects & Free Knifty Knitter Patterns

October 4, 2013 Comments: 38

Provo Craft Projects

Provo Craft Projects just disappeared one day. Poof. Into a cloud of dust. Everybody’s online links broke. Worst of all, no word from the folks at Provo. Just the sound of the wind whistling Circuit ads every time you clicked a link to a Knifty Knitter loom knit pattern or any craft project. It was so frustrating because I had spent a lot of time going through pages of patterns looking for the round easy patterns. I pasted images and added links and tested them endlessly. When they stopped working I wanted to scream.

But there is a happy ending to this horror story, last week I got the greatest message ever ! ! ! Thanks to our friend SUE I found out that there is one place that has the Provo craft projects including the FREE Knifty Knitter loom patterns. Wow, someone had saved the day. I don’t know how to thank Sue. I hope you guys will take a little time and thank her in our comment section or visit her Tumblr page ( Click Here ) and say hello.

For the answer to the question: Where did the Provo Craft Project Go?

All you have to do is Scroll Down for the links to the webpage or Click Here for my 100 Free Round Loom Patterns. It includes some but not all the projects because this page focuses on Easy round loom patterns only.

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Free Circular Loom Patterns

September 29, 2013 Comments: 36

Free Circular Loom Patterns

Here is the continuation of the list of 100 Round Loom Projects by 2014. Projects 61 – 104 are found here.

The original page was taking to long to download on some computers so I had to move the list of projects to this page. I know how frustrating this issue can be. I have an old computer that I have wanted to put a hammer to for the last 2 years but my kids still use it.

I hope this helps some folks out. Please feel free to let me know about any links you would like me to include here. SO many people have been kind enough to link me to their page or their favorite loom knit project.

You can email me at denise@loomahat.com or put your links in the comment section of the page.

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Basketweave Stitch Hat – A Free Pattern

September 26, 2013 Comments: 24

Basketweave Stitch Hat

The Basketweave Stitch Hat was designed especially to donate to Knitting Rays of Hope a group that loom knits for cancer patients big and small. My intention was a 1920’s style hat for a millennium baby. I have to say that I am very happy with the results

I am sharing this easy pattern for Free. My favorite price. I hope you will make one for your baby and give one to a great charity. Look at my list for a few suggestions.

Below is a the pattern. Please share your pictures, comments and suggestions. All are greatly appreciated

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Sonia Cataquet – A Fabulous Loom Knitter and Her Patterns

September 22, 2013 Comments: 41

Sonia Cataquet

I met Sonia Cataquet aka SCAT9019 on the Loom Knitting section of the KnittingParadise.com forum. I go there on a regular basis to engage with knitters, help when I can, and find interesting projects.

Several months ago I was browsing through older threads looking for something of interest when I saw Sonia’s gorgeous bright pink sweater. I was so taken by the complex stitches that made up this incredibly beautiful design. When I went to her profile I found more awesome loom knit garments.

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10-Stitch Blanket – Loom Knit Pattern w Video Tutorials

September 15, 2013 Comments: 25

10-Stitch Blanket

The original 10-Stitch Blanket which is definitely a modern work of art by Frankie Brown . It’s a Free knitting pattern available on Ravelry .

There is now a Free conversion pattern by Charity Windham also on Ravelry for us loom knitters. I am really liking this one. Made on any size loom, no seams to sew, no size limit. This pattern is a “Must Do”.

Let me give you a cherry to put on top, Charity made a YouTube video. It’s impossible to say no to this terrific project.

[ Image Credit : Frankie Brown ]

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Boye Stitch Markers – Use on Loom as Peg Marker

September 15, 2013 1 comment

Boye Stitch Markers

Boye stitch markers are used by knitters in many different ways to mark their work. I use them on my loom pegs to help me stay on track with my stitches.

Normally I use peg replacements with my Knifty Knitter looms because the pegs come off easily. But with the Darice Looms I have not been able to pull the pegs off so I resorted to stitch markers.

They come in different colors. This gives you several stitch combination options, purple, green, yellow and no marker. The do open and close so they can be used to count rows on the real knitting. One example is every ten rows. I’m not a fan of counting and I’m easily distracted. I found these markers to be a great help.

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Kid Knits – A Craft Kit with a Charitable Twist

September 8, 2013 Comments: 3

Kid Knits

Kid Knits is extremely special. They put together loom knitting craft kits just for kids. But the story doesn’t end there.

I was introduced to Kid Knits by KnittingRaysofHope.com , a cancer awareness group that loom knits hats. They posted an article on their website when the two decided to partner-up. Clearly a match made in heaven.

I love loom knitting and get excited when I know someone is working to introduce this art to young people. I immediately went to the website to find out about the product and the folks behind this awesome concept. In less than 10 minutes I placed my first order. The idea was that I would wait to receive my kit to do a product review and give others a chance to know about Kid Knits Kits. But by divine intervention I clicked the Blog link on the menu bar and read about Ellie. I decided then and there that I couldn’t wait for the product to arrive to tell you about the people involved in putting these kits together. You will be as Wowed about them as I am. I promise.

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Red Hearts Wreath of the Month Contest

September 6, 2013 Comments Off

Red Hearts Wreath of the Month

Red Heart’s Wreath of the Month is a really cool monthly contest. It includes a themed wreath project complete with a Free Pattern. Great for seasonal inspiration and a chance to win not just Red Heart’s yarn but all the supplies needed to make the craft item . The wreaths are simply beautiful. You must go through their archives to see other months. Even if you’re not a fan of putting wreaths on your door you will appreciate how pretty and unique they are. You can apply some of the techniques to other forms of yarn art. I’ve noticed some stuff I want to add to my seasonal hats and to my dolls home decorations.

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Comfort Dolls – Free Pattern with Video Tutorial

September 1, 2013 Comments: 28

Comfort Dolls

This Free Comfort Dolls loom pattern is the easiest knit doll pattern ever. I warn you – they can become your new yarn obsession. These little guys are made using the 24-Peg small loom.You just need to know one stitch and this online article includes a video tutorial to help with that. There is a little hand sewing involved but nothing the average person can not handle.

Comfort Dolls are also known as Izzy Dolls, Duzuza Dolls, Pocket Pals and sometimes as Softies. They are a great way to use your left-over yarn.

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Comfort Doll : Little Lady – FREE Pattern

August 24, 2013 Comments: 15

Comfort Doll

The Comfort Doll is also known as Izzy Dolls, Duzuzu Dolls and sometimes known as Softies Knit Dollies. They are easy to make and are needed world-wide by orphaned, sick, homeless and impoverished children. Comfort dolls are requested by many organization to do just what their name implies, to comfort. Maybe even the little girl in your home would love to have one of these soft dolls.

So needed is this doll that I designed a loom knit pattern (which will always be FREE) to make sure that ALL knitters, with or without needles, can make it happen.

This will be the first of a series of Comfort Dolls. This Dolly in the picture is named Little Lady. I think she is very pretty. Below is the FREE pattern.

To purchase a downloadable PDF: Click HERE

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Bridge and Beyond – A Charity Review

August 17, 2013 Comments: 3

Bridge and Beyond

The blog for Bridge and Beyond does more than just invite you to knit or crochet for the homeless community of Ohio, it educates the reader. The information available is useful whether you’re in Alaska or in London.

For those willing to embrace the recommendations, the knitting experience is not just fun but practical and the end product more useful.

I was impressed and inspired.

Knitting for the Homeless

Some may believe that Anything is better than nothing and so there is no need to consider what would work best when knitting for charity. I will agree that Something is better than nothing when options are not available. If all you have are bunny slippers and there is a man walking around barefoot by all means give up the bunny. But if you have the option of some brown, sturdy shoes allow the man the dignity of the shoes and give the bunny slippers to your Mom, or Aunt Mary for her birthday. You, Aunt Mary and the barefooted gentleman would all be happier in the end. I’m sure you can agree with this fictional scenario.

The point is that if you have the time, the money, the will and the love to knit for the homeless why not do the best job you can with the resources you have. There are special and unique needs and preferences in this community. Bridge and Beyond helps give you the information to make the best choices. Choices that will count positively and greatly benefit the receiver of your precious handmade gift.

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Serenity Loom – An Alternative

August 13, 2013 Comments: 5

Serenity Loom – An Alternative

The Serenity loom is no longer widely available. This could be because of all the issues presented by those folks that actually used the product and were dissatisfied. The complaints were in abundance. However the concept was a great one. A loom that would allow to loom knit a blanket , afghan or throw without the need to seem together several pieces.

Authentic Knitting Board seems to have taken the concept while making sure not to adopt the flaws of the Serenity loom.

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Knifty Knitter Product Review, Size Guide and Free Patterns

August 9, 2013 Comments: 41

Knifty Knitter

Knifty Knitter products are getting harder to find. My local Wal-Mart and my favorite craft store no longer stock them. It would seem a waste of time to do a product review. But it isn’t, by a long shot. If you loom knit for ANY amount of time you will encounter the name Knifty Knitter again and again in books, magazines and of course YouTube and I promise you that will want these looms sooner or later.

Luckily, if you have a computer and access to the internet your marketplace is global. Amazon and eBay give you a huge variety of GREAT deals. I say luckily because I believe these looms to be superior to most of the commercially available and reasonably priced looms. You do, however have to compare apples with apples. So when I say other looms I am comparing them to mass made plastic products like Darice, Boye and Martha Stewart and not say Cottage Looms, CinDCraft Looms or KissLooms.

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Chemo Cap – Free Pattern for Loom

August 3, 2013 Comments: 15

Chemo Cap

Loom knit a pretty chemo cap easily and quickly with this free pattern. The key here is the yarn. By having a bulky weight yarn the project can be finished a lot faster and the end result is a soft hat that breathes well and is warm without being itching. Also works well for people suffering any form of Alopecia.

Cancer patients have a few unique needs when it comes to hats. If you want to make one that is not just appreciated for your kind intentions but for the practical use of the gift I want you to have not just a FREE pattern but some important information.

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Mushroom Kitty in the Knitted Outfit

August 2, 2013 Comments Off

Mushroom Kitty

When I saw this picture of a kitty in a knitted mushroom outfit I went through a cosmic range of thoughts and emotions within seconds. I started with, Wow too cute, then immediately thought Wow that’s cruel. Can you believe I was wrong both times. The kitty was not being spoiled nor exploited. There is a real story behind this goofy,funny picture and it’s short but beautiful.

It’s a must read. Here is the link: Click
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