Category: Knitting

March 6, 2017December 14, 2025

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Lucky Clover Cozy Free Knitting Pattern

Lucky clover coffee cozy St. Patrick's Day free knitting pattern, design from Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Knit an adorable sweater for your favorite bottle or coffee cup. This little green knit coffee cozy has a big white shamrock on each side. Knit your own bottle cozy or coffee cozy from my free patterns and charts here.

How this Knit Cozy is Made

Here you will find two separate, but similar knitting patterns. One pattern is for a lucky clover beer and bottle cozy. The other knitting pattern shows you how to make a lucky clover coffee cozy. The coffee cozy is four rows wider, so it should fit most tall, handle-less coffee cups. The bottle cozy will fit most 16-20 ounce bottles of beer, water, soda, or even baby bottles.

These adorable cozies are made with two basic stitch patterns, that are knit in the round: the knit, purl rib, and the stockinette stitch. The four leaf clover pattern is knit into the cozy using a fair isle technique and carrying the two colors along together as you work.

Lucky shamrock coffee cozy St. Patrick's Day free knitting pattern ,design from Liz @PurlsAndPixels

This cozy is a quick project that is perfect for scrap yarn that has been left over from another project. You only need between .6 and .8 ounces or 19 -21 yards of yarn to make this minimalist coffee cozy. If you need help figuring out how much scrap yarn you have left, my post on yarn math might be useful.

I used Caron Simply Soft yarn to design the pattern, which is a basic, acrylic, worsted-weight yarn. Try any solid color you like, or mix it up with a variegated or patterned yarn. You can substitute almost any worsted weight yarn in almost any material, like sheep’s wool, alpaca, cotton or even a silk-blend for this project.

Materials

One 315-Yard Skein of Caron Simply Soft worsted weight yarn in Green and One Skein of Caron Simply Soft worsted weight yarn in White
- Each cozy uses about 21 yards of (.8 oz.) total (You will need about .4 oz of white and .4 oz of green)
No. 3/3.125 MM double point needles (DPNs) (or two sizes smaller than needles used to obtain gauge)
No. 5/3.75 MM double point needles (DPNs) (or size needed to obtain gauge)
One stitch marker
Measuring tape
Tapestry needle

Abbreviations

k = Knit.

p = Purl.

** = Repeat the pattern between the asterisks.

Gauge

20 stitches and 28 rows in stockinette = 4 inches on No. 5/3.75 MM needles

Lucky four leaf clover coffee cozy St. Patrick's Day free knitting pattern ,design from Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Instructions: Lucky Coffee Cozy

(4.5 inches tall and fits cups 9-11 around)

Knit in the round. Use stitch marker to keep track of the beginning/ends of your rows by placing it in the first stitch of each row/round.

[Using no. 3 DPNs] In Green, Row 1: Cast on 50 stitches. Divide onto 3 DPNs. Join, taking care not to twist stitches. *k 1, p 1* x 25 (50 stitches).

Rows 2 thru 7: *k 1, p 1* x 25 (50 stitches).

[Switch to no. 5 DPNs] Start applying the knitting chart, switching between green and white yarn. Begin at the bottom right corner and work to the left, while knitting in this pattern: Rows 8 thru 28: k 50 (50 stitches).

Free four leaf clover shamrock coffee cozy knitting chart and pattern from Liz @PurlsAndPixels

[Switch to no. 3 DPNs] Rows 29 thru 35: *k 1, p 1* x 25 (50 stitches).

[Switch to no. 5 DPNs] Row 36: Bind off.

Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Printable lucky clover coffee cozy knitting pattern and chart PDF by Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Instructions: Lucky Bottle Cozy

(4.5 inches tall and fits bottles 7-8 inches around)

Knit in the round. Use stitch marker to keep track of the beginning/ends of your rows by placing it in the first stitch of each row/round.

[Using no. 3 DPNs] In Green, Row 1: Cast on 50 stitches. Divide onto 3 DPNs. Join, taking care not to twist stitches. k 1, p 1 x 23 (46 stitches).

Rows 2 thru 7: k 1, p 1 x 23 (46 stitches).

Free four leaf clover bottle cozy shamrock knitting chart and pattern from Liz @PurlsAndPixels

[Switch to no. 3 DPNs] Rows 29 thru 35: *k 1, p 1* x 23 (46 stitches).

[Switch to no. 5 DPNs] Row 36: Bind off.

Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Printable lucky clover bottle cozy knitting pattern and chart PDF by Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Lucky clover beer bottle cozy, free knitting pattern for St. Patrick's day designed by Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Size Notes

These are one-size-fits-most patterns.

The coffee cozy should fit most hot and hold coffee cups that don’t have handles. The bottle cozy should fit most 16 to 20 ounce bottles.

Care

Hand-wash cold separately and lay-flat to dry.

Lucky clover bottle cozy, free knitting pattern for St. Patrick's day designed by Liz @PurlsAndPixels

This pattern is for personal use, gifting, and charitable donation of completed items. You may also sell handmade items created using this pattern. Do not copy this pattern and distribute it. If you’d like to share the pattern, refer your friends to my website, purlsandpixels.com so they may obtain a copy.

If you find any errors or have any questions, email purlsandpixels@gmail.com and I will do my best to help.

I’d love to see your finished work! Tag your photos with @PurlsAndPixels on Twitter or Instagram.

More Knitting Patterns You’ll Love

☕ Simple Knit Coffee Cozy

🐸 Little Knit Frog Toy

🦩 Pink Flamingo Hat Pattern

🧺 All Knitting Patterns

February 24, 2017December 14, 2025

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How to Wind a Center-Pull Yarn Ball

Learn to wind yarn into center-pull yarn balls in this free knitting guide by Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Whether you have unraveled a project or just have some leftover yarn, by now you probably have some scraps that are in need of organization. Winding yarn into neat balls keeps your strings from becoming a hopeless tangled mess. While there are many ways to coil yarn for storage, center-pull yarn balls are the most versatile; they allow you to work directly from either end of the string.

How to wind yarn into center-pull balls by hand - a lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

(In the article below, I have linked to items on Amazon.com, so you can see examples of the equipment I reference. Please know all links to Amazon are affiliate links, and if you make a purchase through them, I will earn a small commission at no cost to you. Now, on to the important information.)

Center-Pull Yarn

Each ball of yarn is made of one long strand with two ends. There are a number of ways to coil the yarn so that it does not tangle. Some yarn is pre-wound into center pull balls or skeins (tube-shaped balls) by the manufacturer. When you see a string coming from the center of the ball or skein, you can probably work directly from either end.

Working from the center of a ball is often more convenient. When you work with the end on the outside of the ball, the yarn will likely roll and flop around. Yarn bowls and containers can help keep your yarn from escaping. But center-pull balls can be even more effective at reducing the movement of your ball of yarn. Pulling from outside of the ball forces it to roll. But when you pull from the center, the yarn uncoils without turning the ball.

Many yarn-makers, however, wind their yarn into “hanks” instead of center-pull balls or skeins. To make a hank, the manufacturer makes one large circle of yarn then twists it together for storage and shipping. Hanks are incredibly difficult to work from directly, so to use yarn that comes in a hank, you will need to wind it into a ball.

Winding frogged yarn, scrap yarn, and hanks of yarn into center-pull balls keeps yarn neat, organized, and ready to use.

Machines like “yarn swifts” and “yarn winders” are available to assist you in turning yarn into a usable form. A yarn swift holds the yarn from a hank in place while you wind your ball. Then, you can use a yarn winder to turn that yarn into a “cake” which is much like a center pull ball. Or, instead of investing in fancy machines, you can use just your hands and wind hanks, leftovers, and frogged yarn into center-pull balls.

Video Guide: How to Wind a Center-Pull Yarn Ball

Written Guide: How to Wind a Center-Pull Yarn Ball

Below I’ll show you how to wind a center pull yarn ball step-by-step. I am winding the ball from a larger center-pull skein so that I can knit two items at once from the same yarn. I also wind partially used skeins into new balls for tidier storage.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 1:

Drape the yarn end between your left pointer finger and thumb, laying it across your palm.

Step 1: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 2:

Clasp the end of the yarn with your left ring and pinkie fingers, then, with your right hand, pick up the other end of the yarn just above your left pointer finger. With the strand in your right hand, begin to wrap the yarn over the top of your left pointer finger.

Step 2: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 3:

Bring the yarn down between your pointer and middle fingers, then between your thumb and pointer finger, forming a loop around your left pointer finger.

Step 3: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 4:

Wrap the yarn around your left thumb in a counterclockwise motion.

Step 4: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 5:

Wind the yarn up between your left thumb and pointer finger to form a figure-eight (8) shape.

Step 5: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 6:

Continue wrapping the yarn around your pointer finger and thumb in figure eight shapes (as in steps two thru five).

Step 6: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 7:

When you have wrapped the yarn around your fingers in figure eights at least 20 times, you can stop and move to the next step. To make a larger ball of yarn, wrap more figure eights; when the yarn wraps reach your left thumb knuckle, move to step eight.

Step 7: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 8:

With your right thumb and pointer finger, pinch all the strands at the center of the figure-eight shape (just between your left thumb and pointer finger).

Step 8: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 9:

While continuing to pinch the center of the yarn figure-eight with your right hand, gently remove your left hand from the yarn loops.

Step 9: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 10:

Continue to pinch the center of the figure-eight with your right hand.

Step 10: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 11:

With your left hand, fold the two loops of the figure eight up, toward each other, pinching them together over your right thumb.

Step 11: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 12:

While continuing to pinch the loops with your left hand, gently remove your right thumb. Pick up the yarn strand you have been winding with your right hand.

Step 12: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 13:

Gently wind the strand in your right hand around the yarn you have pinched in your left hand. Be sure you do not wrap the tail end of the yarn into the ball, or you will lose your center-pull. Also, try not to wind too tightly; this can make yarn lose its stretch.

Step 13: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Wind Yarn into a Ball, Step 14:

Continue winding your yarn around until you have formed a ball in your desired size. Always ensure you do not wrap the center-pull end into the ball. When you are finished wrapping, clip the yarn with scissors (if necessary). Carefully tuck the end that you held with your right hand into the ball to secure it in place.

Step 14: Learn to wind a center-pull yarn ball with just your hands in this lesson with Liz @PurlsAndPixels.

Practice With My Knitting Patterns

Simple Washcloth Knitting Pattern Collection from Liz @PurlsAndPixels

If you’ve been following my lessons, you now have enough information to knit all of the washcloths and face scrubbies in my Simple Washcloth Knitting Pattern Collection. Happy knitting!

Up Next

Next up, a lesson about gauge. Learn what gauge means in knitting and you to check your gauge to make sure your knits end up the right size.

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January 22, 2017December 14, 2025

Rice Stitch Baby Blanket Free Knitting Pattern

Rice Stitch Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern by Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

This rice stitch baby blanket is a great way to practice your knitting and purling skills. The rice stitch makes a fabric with two lovely textures on either side. This will make a soft and cuddly blanket that would make an excellent baby shower gift. It is also a great way for a new or expecting mother just learning to make something for her little one. Make this with a solid color yarn for a classic minimalist heirloom blanket. Or you can spice it up with a variegated version of worsted weight yarn like Simply Soft Paints.

Free Rice Stitch Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern by Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Looking for a larger size? Get the Free Rice Stitch Afghan Knitting Pattern (the perfect cozy throw blanket) free at this link.

Prefer to knit offline?

This pattern is free to read below, but if you’d rather print it or save it for later, I’ve created a clean, ad-free PDF version for you.

Includes two blanket sizes and two ways to make each size.
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Download the Rice Stitch Blanket PDF – $9.99

How this Simple Baby Blanket is Made

Below, I will give you instructions for making the same blanket in two ways. Beginners can make this blanket with the Broken Rib Stitch, since it is all knits and purls. You can also knit it in rice stitch, to help you learn how to knit through the back loop. This can be good practice; as you “ktbl” and twist stitches intentionally, you will learn to spot twisted stitches more easily. This will help you spot mistakes in your other projects.

Broken Rib Stitch Front Side — Broken Rib Stitch Front

Rice Stitch Front Side — Broken Rib Stitch Front

As you can see, the Rice Stitch has slightly more twist in the fabric. It also tends to curl a tiny bit less than the Broken Rib Stitch, but not noticeably. Either pattern you follow will result in the nearly the exact same blanket, so choose what is best for you.

Neaten knitted edges with slipped stitches

To neaten the edges of the blanket, you’ll slip the first stitch off your needle as if to purl, without actually working the stitch. On the knit rows, you’ll hold your yarn in back of your work when you do this. I’ll abbreviate this as “sl1pwyib.” On the purl rows, you will hold the yarn in the front of your work when you slip the first stitch; this will be abbreviated “sl1pwyif.” You can find a full tutorial (with a video), which shows you how to neaten your edges with slipped stitches at this link.

The most difficult part of making this baby blanket is keeping tack of the pattern. It can be easy to accidentally knit two stitches and lose your pattern in the knit, purl rows. Make sure you watch your stitch rows and columns and compare them with the pictures to make sure your pattern is developing properly. If you spot a knitting mistake, you can go back and fix it if you need to.

Free knitting lessons, learn to knit online with Liz @PurlsAndPixels

Free Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern

Materials

No. 8/5.0 MM 36” circular needles (or size needed to obtain gauge)
Four skiens Caron Simply Soft Worsted Weight Yarn in your preferred color (pictured in “Pistachio,” “Heather Grey,” and “Pagoda” on this page)
Tapestry needle

Abbreviations

k = knit
p = purl
sl1pwyif = slip one stitch purlwise with yarn in front
sl1pwyib = slip one stitch purlwise with yarn in back
ktbl = knit through the back loop
** = repeat the pattern between the asterisks

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows in stockinette stitch = 4 inches by 4 inches square

Instructions: Rice Stitch Baby Blanket

(40 inches x 40 inches)

Use the Long-Tail Cast On method. Knit flat, turning after each row.

Row 1: Cast on 163 stitches. Turn.

Row 2: sl1pwyif, *k1tbl, p* x 81 (163stitches). Turn.

Row 3: sl1pwyib, k 162 (163 stitches). Turn.

Rows 4 – 240: Repeat Rows 2 and 3.

Row 241: sl1pwyif, *k1tbl, p* x 81. (163 stitches) Turn.

Row 242: Bind off in pattern of Row 3 with the same tension as the rest of the piece (do not bind of loosely like most other patterns call for). Cut yarn leaving an 8-inch tail and pull through. Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Instructions: Broken Rib Stitch Baby Blanket

(40 inches x 40 inches)

Use the Long-Tail Cast On method. Knit flat, turning after each row.

Row 1: Cast on 163 stitches. Turn.

Row 2: sl1pwyif, *k, p* x 81 (163 stitches). Turn.

Row 3: sl1pwyib, k 162 (163 stitches). Turn.

Row 241: sl1pwyif, *k, p* x 81 (163 stitches). Turn.

Get the PDF version of this Blanket Knitting Pattern.

Size Notes

This blanket will be a 40-inch by 40-inch square.

Care

If you use the materials called for in the pattern, your final product will be machine washable. To keep your baby blanket looking its best, hand wash or machine wash separately on delicate cycle in cold water. You may tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry.

Tip:

Keep this away from Velcro! Yarn and Velcro are never friends. Your blanket will absolutely snag if you lay it on a Velcro jacket or a toy with a Velcro seam. Other than that, these little blankets last for years if you make sure to wash them gently.

🛁 Read more Knitwear Care Tips

Free baby blanket knitting pattern, Rice stitch blanket from PurlsAndPixels

If you find any errors or have any questions, email purlsandpixels@gmail.com and I will do my best to help.

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Knitting Pattern Keepsake Book

Love this free blanket knitting pattern? You can find it in both of my books, Liz Chandler’s Knitting Guide (lessons and patterns) and Liz Chandler’s Knitting the Simple Things (patterns only). Add one to your knitting pattern book collection today. Shop Books at PurlsAndPixels.

January 21, 2017December 14, 2025

Home & Garden DIY

Yarn Math Calculator

$Yarn Math: How to calculate leftover yarn length / yardage - lesson and free calculator from Liz Chandler PurlsAndPixels.$

Calculate How Much Yarn is Leftover

Trying to find out how much yarn you need for a project can sometimes feel like a guessing game. Do you have enough? There is one way to be sure. Do a little yarn math.

When you are finished with a project, you will often have leftover yarn; knitters call this “scrap yarn.” This leftover yarn can be perfect for smaller knitting patterns. Before you get started with a scrap knitting project, though, you will need to make sure you have enough yarn to finish it. With a bit of math, you will be able to calculate exactly what you have left. Learn how to do the quick yarn math or jump to the yarn length calculator at the bottom of this page.

Yarn Math: How to calculate leftover yarn length / yardage - lesson and free calculator from Liz Chander @PurlsAndPixels.

Many knitting patterns are perfect for scrap yarn and pattern-writers will usually tell you exactly how much yarn you need. When an author provides you with the weight of yarn needed, calculating whether you will have enough is simple; just weigh your yarn and see if you have at least as much as the writer suggests.

Sometimes, however, a pattern-writer only lists a length of yarn needed. While this makes your calculations a bit trickier, you can do a little math to be sure you have enough yarn.

Tools Needed to Calculate Yarn Math

To find out how much yarn you have left, you will need two important items.

First, you will need the label from your yarn. Nearly every new ball of yarn you purchase will have a label noting yardage and weight. If you save the label, you will be able to calculate how much yarn you have left after a project.

You will also need a scale that weighs in ounces, so that you can measure the current weight of your yarn.

Basic Yarn Math Formula

To find out the yardage you have left after using some yarn, we will use simple ratios. A ratio compares two things; here we want to compare the length of our yarn to the weight of our yarn. Mathematically, you would write out our basic ratio like this:

But we are trying to find out the length of yarn we have now, based on information about the yarn we had when we had a full skein of yarn. So, we really want to compare two different ratios. If you can make the ratios equal to one another, you’ll have all the numbers you are looking for. Making two ratios equal in this way is called solving a proportion. Our basic math will start with this proportion:

If you’ve just finished a knitting project and you have your yarn label, you will have information to fill in three blanks in the proportion above. You will know the length of yarn in a full skein, the weight of yarn in a full skein, and the weight of the left-over yarn.

To calculate the length of your leftover yarn, you will “cross multiply, then divide.” This means, multiply the Length of Yarn in a Full Skein by the Weight of the Leftover Yarn (the two numbers you have across from each other), then divide that number by the Weight of a Full Skein of Yarn. The result will be the Length of Leftover Yarn.

Or just a bit more mathematically, use the following formula to solve:

An Example, Using the Yarn Math Formula

If you started with a ball of Caron Simply Soft Yarn, one of the suggested yarns in this book, the label would show that you started with 315 total yards or 6 total ounces of yarn. After you’ve made a project or used some of your yarn, you weighed the leftovers to find that you have exactly 1.2 ounces of yarn left. How many yards is equal to 1.2 ounces of this yarn?

Start by filling in your formula with the numbers you know:

Then solve the math problem. Cross multiply (multiply the numbers shown in purple) then divide (by the number shown in teal). If it makes it easier, fill in the formula and solve:

Now, you’re ready to calculate how much yarn you have leftover. You can do the math yourself, or use the calculator below for quick answers.

Yarn Math Calculator:

Find Out How Much Yarn You Have After a Project

Leftover Yarn Yardage Calculator

Use this when you have a partial skein and a kitchen scale.

Full skein yardage (yards) Weight unit Full skein weight Leftover yarn weight Round to

Tip: This assumes the yarn label’s yardage-to-weight ratio matches your leftover yarn.

October 15, 2016December 14, 2025

Knitwear Size Guide

Unsure of which hat or mitten size to choose? Here are my standard sizing measurements. I generally follow the Crafty Yarn Council’s size guidelines when designing my knit and crochet clothing. My knitwear size guide should help you take your measurements and choose the size that will fit best.

Hats

Adult Extra Large size fits adults with larger heads, or measuring 23 to 25 inches around.

Adult size fits most adults and teens, or heads measuring 21 to 24 inches around.

Child size fits children ages 2 – 14 years, or heads measuring 19 to 21 inches around.

Toddler size fits children ages 3 months – 2 years, or heads measuring 16 to 19 inches around.

Baby size fits infants from birth to 3 months, or heads measuring 13 to 16 inches around.

Preemie size fits extra small babies, or heads measuring 10.5 to 13 inches around.

Beanie hats can be knit in all sizes. Learn how to measure heads so you can knit the correct sized hats in this guide from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

How to Measure for Hat Size

If you are unsure of the size you need, choose the size that most closely matches your measurements. You can easily find your head measurement if you have a soft measuring tape. Wrap the measuring tape around your head just above your eyebrows, as if you were wearing a headband low across your forehead. This will give you your head circumference (the length around your head). Use the length you measure as a guide to select your hat size.

Hats can be knit in all sizes. Learn how to measure heads so you can knit the correct sized hats in this guide from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Gloves and Mittens

Adult Extra Large size fits men with larger hands or 9 to 11 inches around hand, without thumb.

Adult Medium/Large size fits men and women with larger hands or 7.5 to 9 inches around hand, without thumb.

Adult Small size fits women with small hands and older children or 6 to 7.5 inches around hand, without thumb.

Child size fits most boys and girls age 4-10 years of age or 5.5 to 6 inches around hand, without thumb.

Toddler size fits most boys and girls age 2 to 4 years of age or 4.5 to 5 inches around hand, without thumb.

Baby size fits most boys and girls age 0 to 2 years of age or 3 to 3.5 inches around hand, without thumb.

Basic mittens can be knit in all sizes. Learn how to measure hands so you can knit the correct sized hats in this guide from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

How to Measure for Glove Size

As with hats, choose the gloves or mittens that match your measurements most closely. To measure your glove size, wrap your measuring tape around the palm of your hand and measure it at the widest part of your hand that does not include your thumb. You will be measuring across your knuckles. Use this number to select your best fitting pair of gloves or mittens.

Gloves can be knit in all sizes. Learn how to measure hands so you can knit the correct sized hats in this guide from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Knitting Patterns You’ll Love

🥳 Classic Knit Beanie Hat Pattern

☃️ Classic Knit Mittens Pattern

🙉 Classic Knit Ear Warmer

🧤 Classic Fingerless Gloves

🧺 All Knitting Patterns

September 1, 2016December 13, 2025

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World of Warcraft Horde Symbol Hat, Free Knitting Chart

WoW Horde Symbol Knit Hat. Free knitting chart from PurlsAndPixels.

A Free Knitting Chart from Liz @PurlsAndPixels

This is a legacy colorwork chart created for knitters who want to incorporate the World of Warcraft Horde symbol into knitted projects. The chart is provided as-is for personal use and can be adapted to hats, accessories, or other colorwork designs.

World of Warcraft Horde Symbol Knit Hat. Free knitting chart from PurlsAndPixels.

About the Horde Symbol Knitting Chart

Horde symbol knitting chart inspired by World of Warcraft, by PurlsAndPixels

The Horde symbol was charted stitch by stitch so it can be worked directly into stranded colorwork or adapted for duplicate stitch or embroidery. Two small diamond motifs are included alongside the symbol to make the chart more practical for knitting by shortening long floats.

The chart was originally knit into an adult-sized hat using a basic knit hat pattern, with the chart substituted for solid-color rows. Multiple repeats can be used around a hat, or the motif can be centered as a single design depending on your stitch count and project.

Free Knitting Chart: World of Warcraft Horde Symbol

You are welcome to use this chart for personal projects such as hats, mittens, socks, sweaters, or other fan-inspired knits. The chart may also be used as an embroidery reference. Adjust sizing and placement as needed to fit your chosen pattern.

World of Warcraft Horde symbol knitting chart

If you are looking for beginner-friendly knitting patterns and practical projects, you can start here with my free knitting lessons.

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April 16, 2016December 14, 2025

DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set for Beginner Knitters

Give the gift of handmade by creating this do-it-yourself (DIY) Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the list of everything you'd need to start knitting lessons.

Do you have a friend who always says, “I wish I knew how to knit”? Well, it’s time to make their yarn dreams come true with a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set! This thoughtful gift idea is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just as a “thinking of you” surprise. Expectant and new moms love this too; it’s a cozy and creative baby shower gift that won’t end up in the ‘never used’ pile. Trust me; this kit has everything they need to knit their stress away.

Learn to knit gift set, DIY gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels

Let’s dive in! Here’s your shopping list (with handy Amazon links) and a sprinkle of crafty advice.

Or, skip the advice and Jump to the Shopping List.

What to Include in this Gift Set

What materials do I need to learn to knit or make a gift basket for a future knitter? Find out at PurlsAndPixels.

🧶 Yarn

Let’s start simple! My top choice for beginner projects is Lily Sugar ‘n Cream 100% Cotton Yarn. It’s sturdy, easy to work with, and perfect for learning basic stitches while making something useful like a washcloth. Plus, it’s 100% cotton, making it an eco-friendly option for those who prefer natural fibers. Grab one or two balls of washcloth yarn in their favorite colors so they can start off on the right foot.

Once your new knitter masters the basics, they will quickly want to level up to something more suitable for scarves and hats. Be sure to include two balls of a scarf yarn as well. My go-to is Caron Simply Soft Yarn. This yarn is fluffy, squishy, and machine washable: everything a newbie needs for creating their first cozy scarf. Feeling eco-conscious? Opt for Patons Classic Wool Worsted instead (it’s biodegradable, while acrylic yarn isn’t).

No matter what brand you choose, just make sure it’s labeled “worsted weight.” This yarn thickness is beginner-friendly and will allow them to make a variety of projects. Pick one or two colors you know your recipient will love—there’s no need to overcomplicate things!

Put worsted weight cotton yarn in the box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Put worsted weight acrylic yarn in the box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Put worsted weight wool yarn in the box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

🪡 Knitting Needles

If your giftee gets confused by all the needle options (spoiler: they will), save the day with these two staples:

1) Clover Bamboo Circular Knitting Needles (36 inches long, US Size 7) and

2) Clover Bamboo Circular Knitting Needles (16 inches long, US Size 8).

Circular needles don’t look like your grandma’s chopsticks: they’re even better. These versatile tools can knit almost anything, and they’re easy on the hands. Your new knitter will need both sizes to get off to a great start. Save the day, by giving them the perfect tools.

Knitting needles go in the box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

✂️ Sharp Scissors or Yarn Cutting Pendant

Yes, everyone has scissors. But sharp sewing scissors are a game-changer. They’re perfect for snipping yarn without fraying or splitting the fibers.

If this kit is for a little one or if you want a safer option, consider adding a yarn cutting pendant instead. It’s stylish, safer, and just plain cool. Check out this pendant that cuts yarn cleanly without the risk of sharp blades—ideal for on-the-go knitting projects!

Add a sharp sewing scissors or "precision tip scissors" to the box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Add a yarn cutter to the box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

🪡 Tapestry Needles

These big-eyed needles are what your new knitter will need to weave in yarn ends, essentially tidying up their masterpiece. A pack of six tapestry needles will do the trick. Bonus tip: If you’re making multiple gift sets, split the package up. Sharing is caring (and cost-effective).

Add a darning needle to the box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

📚 Add Liz Chandler’s Knitting Guide & Journal

Make your gift extra special by including a copy of Liz Chandler’s Knitting Guide: Learn to Knit with Practical Patterns. It’s the perfect companion for any knitting newbie and covers all the basics without overwhelming them.

Pair it with a Knitting Journal, where they can jot down notes, track projects, and doodle their creative ideas. Together, these knitting books make a killer combo for anyone just starting out.

Get Liz Chandler's Knitting Guide: Learn to Knit with Practical Patterns.

Shop the best knitting journals online designed by Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

🖊️ Gift Card with Link to Free Video Tutorials

Include a cute gift card with a link to my Free Learn to Knit Tutorials. You can print the card on pretty paper (bonus points for brown cardstock – it’s got that rustic chic vibe) and write a personal message. With this guide, they’ll be casting on and purling in no time. It’s like giving them a one-way ticket to the wonderful world of knitting.

Give them a new hobby this year. Knitting Gift Set DIY guide & printable gift card from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels — Click to download the clear background card.

🎁 Gift Wrap: Storage Box Edition

Time to wrap it up! Skip the flimsy gift bags and go for a decorative photo storage box or a sturdy tote. Not only do these make for pretty packaging, but they’re also practical for storing yarn, needles, and other knitting treasures. I’ve linked a few of my favorites on Amazon, but you can also find cute options at your local craft store.

Choose a decorative box when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Choose a decorative tote bag when building a DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set. Get the full gift idea from Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

Top it all off with a fancy gift bow, and voilà! Your DIY Learn to Knit Gift Set is ready to impress. 🥳

Top your DIY learn to knit gift set with a fancy bow and give the gift of knitting. Find out what you should add to your kit with Liz Chandler @PurlsAndPixels.

📝 Checklist: Did You Get Everything?

1 or 2 balls of worsted weight 100% cotton yarn 🧶
1 or 2 balls of worsted weight acrylic yarn (for those with allergies) or worsted weight wool yarn (for the environmentally conscious) 🧶
2 sets of circular knitting needles (36 inches long, US Size 7 and 16 inches long, US Size 8). 🧶
Sharp sewing scissors or a yarn cutting pendant✂️
Tapestry needles 🪡
Liz Chandler’s Knitting Guide 📚
Knitting Journal 🖊️
Decorative storage box or tote bag with a bow 🎁
Gift card with a link to Liz Chandler’s free knitting tutorials 📒

Oh, and P.S.

If you want to learn to knit, you can always gift yourself this kit! You deserve it!

🎄 More Holiday Craft Ideas

Obsessed with DIY holiday projects? Check out my Holiday Pattern Roundup Post for more handmade gift inspiration. Happy knitting (and gifting)!