Knit Along With Me!

Hi guys!

I just started learning to knit last week and have decided to post video lessons here on the blog, starting within the next week, showing different beginner techniques & tips whilst I teach myself.

So, if you want to learn at the same time as me (I'd be happy if I can get just one of you to have a go!), all you will need to get is a ball of yarn and some knitting needles. I will be using just regular acrylic yarn, plus circular knitting needles, size 4.5mm. You can use whatever needles you like to start with, then I'll hopefully get around to using different needles later on such as double pointed needles.

I'll let you know in advance what you will require next to knit along with me :-)

I have no idea if this is a good idea, but hopefully people join in and we can all learn how to make cool things together!

Each video I make will be announced on the blog first, and you can then view them all on one page over on Squidoo.

Suitcase Charging Station

This is definitely a project I need to do - I HATE all the wires and plugs lying around my room, and this solution is so neat and so pretty. Go here to see how it was created.

Chenille Heart Pillow

This quality pillow is created using an impressive technique using layers of different fabrics - definitely worth a look.

Fabric Scallops

Click here to see how you can sew the rainbow-like scallops on this super pretty skirt.

DIY Door Shelf

Simple construction but the result is much more interesting than your regular corner unit - and I love the colour!

Go here for the DIY.

Sweater Cape

I soooo want this cape, especially in this frosty weather we've been having here in the UK - it would be so cozy! It's made from lots of pieces of secondhand jumpers sewn together, and you can see how you can do it too on this page.

Cross Stitch Valentine

Happy Valentine's day!

And here's one last Valentine's craft in the shape of a lovely cross stitch greeting card - the free template for which you can find here.

Pop-Up Pixel Heart

Simple shape, but the execution looks so effective...perfect for geeky Valentines! Click here for the instructions.

Stamped Brass Valentine

This cute little brass message would make a nice keepsake gift, especially if you make it wallet-sized for your hubby/boyfriend. Go here for the how-to.

Houses At Night

The look of these lit-up castles and grand houses is quite magical I think, and you can see how to (very easily) make these yourself by clicking here.

Doodle Duvet

I love random doodles, and this duvet cover is the type of thing I would pay more money than I should do for, but now I know I can actually DIY it instead!

You can see how you transfer the doodles onto a duvet, here.

Foamboard Typewriter

This sweet 3D typewriter is made from foamboard, and it looks like a nice project for crafters. Go here for the tute.

Blueprint Cabinet

I love the blueprint style revamp of this filing cabinet, it looks kind of cartoony and 'unreal'. Go here for details.

Concrete Toadstools

I love these little concrete mushrooms which you can paint different colours and scatter all over your garden. Go here for the how-to.

Matchstick Candles

These cute little beeswax candles made to look like matches would make a sweet gift when presented in a decorated matchbox. Click here for the DIY.

Cake Topper Banner

I love the use of alphabet pasta as the text on this banner, and you can find the how-to for it here.

Hidden Playrooms

When I was a kid we often went to a sort of 'Funhouse' for birthday parties. It had an underground maze section you could crawl through and I remember it to this day as the coolest, most exciting plae ever - and that's what these hidden playrooms remind me of. Well...that and Narnia.

Wouldn't you have loved secret little rooms as a kid? Heck, I want one now!

Tapestry Creatures

Frederique Morrel creates the most amazing tapestry-covered fibreglass sculptures, I just think they look amazing and are a great way of reusing old tapestries and making them contemporary.

Stuffed Animal Rugs

These aammmaaazing rugs by Agustina Woodgate are made from the 'skins' of stuffed animals and teddies! It's half barbaric, half hilarious and I LOVE the result :-)

Knitted Flamingo

I think this flamingo softie is a particularly cute knit project, and you can find the free patten here.

Ice Hearts

These gorgeous ice hearts have rose petals embedded inside - see how it's done, here.

Cake-in-a-Cup Card

I would love to receive this card-and-cake combo for Valentine's day or a birthday - not only do you get a card, you get a yummy chocolate cake too!

Go here for the DIY.

Valentine's Tea

This mini letter attached to a teabag is a cute way of starting Valentine's day.

Large DIY Ottoman

Make your own large ottoman on wheels from scratch with just a few easy-to-find items and these instructions.

Embedded Coin Tabletop

I absolutely love this idea, and the crystal-clear resin coating makes the coin decoration look even more impressive. Click here for the how-to.