Author: Chloe Chester

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Free Pattern Friday – Snuggle Blankie

This week, our Free Pattern Friday offering is the Snuggle Blankie, designed by Rachel Brockman. Made in Universal Yarn Maman, this blanket is exactly as squishable as it looks.

Knitting for a friend who’s expecting a new baby? Or maybe for yourself, since the Snuggle Blankie can be for anyone. I personally think this would be an excellent blanket to wrap up in while reading a good book, or while giving some belly rubs to my corgi!

Maman shows off the stitch definition of this labyrinth pattern beautifully, and with the self striping effect, you’ll impress everyone with what looks complex, but is actually super easy!

You could choose to make this in a solid color as well, since Maman has both wonderful options. Maman is 100% acrylic, making it an easy care choice, and it’s soft and buttery smooth to the touch. It’s also on sale 20% off through Sunday, February 22nd, so snag enough for your new Snuggle Blankie today – and maybe one for a friend, too!

Enjoy every stitch!

Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Wobble the Axolotl

Happy Friday! Today’s free offering is this cute little critter – Wobble the Axolotl! Our talented Afifa Sayeed designed this with snuggles in mind, and you’re never too old to hug a stuffed animal. Made with Bella Chenille, you can’t go wrong making this sweet cuddle bug, whether it’s for you or your little one.

Axolotls are typically the baby pink color showcased here, but did you know they can be blue, brown, grey, orange, or even green? With our large color palette in Bella Chenille, you can make your axolotl any color you choose.

Bella Chenille is a super bulky weight yarn, which means this project will go lightning fast! Maybe you could even make a group – also known as a maelstrom – of axolotls! That’s a lotta axolotls! Wobble the Axolotl also has a detachable seaweed scarf made in a contrasting color for a fashion statement all its own.

This weekend, Bella Chenille is 20% off through Sunday, January 18th, so you’ll want to stock up on all your favorite colors so you can make as many Wobbles as possible.

Enjoy every stitch!

Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Basalt Hat and Cowl

Welcome back and happy Friday! It’s Free Pattern Friday, and this week our gift to you is the Basalt Hat and Cowl set, designed by Alexandra Frankel. We love matching accessories, and this one knits up so fast, you’ll have it ready just in time for Christmas.

The Basalt Hat and Cowl are a cozy addition to your cold weather wardrobe, and with lower temperatures approaching, you’ll want to knit these ASAP! The hat features a folded brim for extra warmth, while the cowl has an adjustable drawstring to keep the winds of winter at bay.

This quick set takes 2 balls of Major, one of our most popular yarns! You have a vast array of colors to choose from, so whether you’re making this for yourself or as a gift for others, there are so many options that you’re sure to find the perfect one.

Major is on sale for 20% off now through Sunday, December 14th, so make sure to get it now so you can whip up your new favorite snuggly Basalt Hat and Cowl.

Enjoy every stitch!

Chloe

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Flash Pattern Friday – Bleep-Bloop

Spooky greetings, and Happy Friday! It’s Halloween, my personal favorite holiday, so we’ve got an extra special deal for you. We’re flashing Bleep-Bloop, a cute kid’s cardigan designed in Cotton Supreme by Amy Gunderson. Bleep-Bloop is the perfect way for your little one to become a galactic explorer as they dream up outer space adventures!

With your crochet hook, our Cotton Supreme yarn, and the creativity you bring to every project, you’ll have an interstellar time bringing Bleep-Bloop to life. The details include kangaroo pockets, a zippered closure, and silly little alien features on the hood! Don’t be afraid to mix and match those ears, eyes, and horn! Maybe your alien has one eye, four ears, and two horns! We can’t wait to see your projects!

Cotton Supreme is hands down the best choice for Bleep-Bloop. It’s washable, dryable, and most importantly, durable! Over time, and with each wash, it gets softer and softer. That’s not all – we have a wide selection of colors to pick from, so while our Bleep-Bloop is green, perhaps yours is purple or orange!

Bleep-Bloop is free today through Sunday, November 2nd so to get the pattern at no charge, use the “buy it now” or “add to cart” links on the Ravelry pattern page. Then enter the coupon code “FLASH” where you see the “use coupon code” link that appears during purchase.

But keep reading; there’s more! Here’s the extra special deal: 20% OFF sitewide and a FREE skein of Clean Cotton in 107 Tiger Lily OR 114 Nightshade with every purchase.

Today only, 10/31. Skein color selected at random. While supplies last.

Enjoy every stitch!

Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Pink Promise Blanket

This week’s offering is the Pink Promise Blanket, knit in our versatile and dependable Major! The Pink Promise Blanket, designed by Afifa Sayeed, is a special pattern that holds meaning for those who are affected by breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so we wanted to present something that would bring a touch of joy to a somber subject. Whether you have a loved one going through treatment, want to make it for yourself, or are honoring someone close to you who has passed, this simple project is worth the effort.

Built block by block, this blanket starts in one corner and steadily grows into a large square blanket. Each section alternates color and stitch pattern – garter stitch and stockinette stitch – and finally, an easy border is applied in garter stitch to complete the blanket.

Despite the name of the project, you can reimagine the Pink Promise Blanket in any color. With our extensive palette in Major, you have so many options to choose from! Pick two similar shades or go for a striking contrast.

Major is 100% soft, plushy acrylic, so the snuggly blanket (or blankets!) you make from it will be washable, dryable, and 100% full of love! With 328 yards in this extra big 200 gram ball, you’ll definitely be getting a sweet deal. Speaking of deals, Major is 20% off through Sunday, so now is the right time to stock up!

Enjoy every stitch,

Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Mix and Match Hats

Happy Friday! This week we have the Mix and Match Hats fresh off our circular knitting needles, using Uptown Worsted. These chic, eye-catching hats, designed by Rachel Brockman, are great go-to accessories for adding a pop of color to your outfit. They’re warm and cozy, making them the perfect project to choose next – especially since we’re gearing up for the fall.

One ball of each shade is enough to make both of these hats, reversing the colors for the second one. That means you can make one for yourself and one as a gift! Share with your best friend, coordinate with your partner, or craft these matching cuties for your kiddos and watch them frolic in the falling leaves, knowing their little noggins are safe from the cool, crisp air.

Imagine these little beauties in any two colors of Uptown Worsted–there are so many to choose from and so many possible combinations! You can support your favorite sports team or pick school colors, or even put together two similar shades to create a more subtle look. I’m dreaming of a light grey and black combo since spooky season is upon us!

Whatever you choose, your Mix and Match Hats will be the epitome of comfort and durability. Knit in the 100% anti-pilling acrylic strands of Uptown Worsted, these hats are super-soft and machine-washable to boot! Grab this stash staple yarn at 20% off, now through Sunday, September 14.

Enjoy every stitch,

Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Whisper Top

Welcome back to our Free Pattern Friday! Here’s our newest offering, just for you: the Whisper Top, designed by Afifa Sayeed, and knitted in our new Fall 2025 yarn, Thula.

This spectacular tee has it all: eye-catching detail at the hem, collar, and cuffs; simple stockinette to show off that gorgeous yarn; and a versatile texture that’s comfortable and easy to wear with your favorite jeans or a pair of dress slacks. The high-low collar adds a modest little peek of skin at the back, and the picot bind-off gives flair to all your edges!

The Whisper Top‘s beautiful details come to life in our brand new Fall 2025 yarn, Thula. A luxurious blend of cotton, alpaca, acrylic, polyester, and polyamide, this yarn is a testament to timelessness with the subtle nod to novelty. Once you get your hands on this yarn, you’re going to want more!

I can’t wait to see what color you choose for your Whisper Top!

Enjoy every stitch,

Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Bubble Sleeve Shrug

Welcome back – here’s our Free Pattern Friday present to you! This week we’re offering you the Bubble Sleeve Shrug designed by Afifa Sayeed in our brand new yarn, Bella Bounce!

This is a staple piece for any wardrobe, especially in the summer and fall! I bet you’re thinking, “What?? In the SUMMER?” Yes! While it might be hot outside, the A/C is on full blast in every building! You go from fanning yourself to shivering in a matter of seconds. The solution is THIS. SHRUG.

The Bubble Sleeve Shrug can be classy, it can be a statement, it can be something quick to throw on when you’re suddenly freezing – and it’s always stylish. The balance between plain stockinette stitch and the detail of the sleeves is simplicity itself, and you’re going to love the yarn while you make it and while you wear it!

Bella Bounce, introduced just last month for Fall 2025, is a plush blend of wool and polyamide, and the texture is puffy with just a touch of eyelash to add that hint of flirty into the mix. Get ahold of this yarn now, it’s going to go fast!

Enjoy every stitch!

Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Periwinkle Pop Top

On this week’s installation of Free Pattern Friday, you’ll find the Periwinkle Pop Top, designed by our talented Afifa Sayeed. This pattern is exactly the right layer you’ve been looking for, for your next summer project!

With a construction of airy mesh lace, you’ll want to take this piece with you everywhere–your next vacation, a family get-together, or to work! You’ll impress everyone who sees it, and you’ll hear, “Where did you get that?” everywhere you go. Not only is it easy to wear with your fave pair of jeans, it’s even easier to make!

The Periwinkle Pop Top is made with Rico Design’s Creative Summer Sprinkles, and you’re going to love it! It’s a soft and soothing blend of 50% cotton and 50% acrylic, and the drape is just what you’d imagine. For this pattern you have eight great colors to choose from, and all of them are a summery treat.

Creative Summer Sprinkles is 15% off through the weekend, so stop by our website to order yourself a few skeins and perhaps a pair of needles in just the right size to start your next project!

Enjoy every stitch,
Chloe

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Free Pattern Friday – Brick by Brick Cowl

More like Free Pattern Fri-YAY! This week’s offering is the Brick by Brick Cowl by Patty Olson. Are you ready to add this cute staple into your wardrobe? It is sure to get a compliment wherever you go, no matter how you wear it!

This cowl is a quick knit, making it an ideal gift for fashion-conscious friends or our plan-ahead Christmas gift makers. With slipped stitch details, it’s easier than it looks, so everyone will think you worked really hard on it, too!

We chose summery colors here, but with our wide variety of colors in Deluxe Worsted Superwash, you can combine any two to make it worthy of any season! You could even make a combination to support your favorite sports team, or your local high school.

Personally, I love a striking combo with a color pop, so I would pick 743 Bashful Pink as the stockinette background and use 735 Ebony as the slipped stitched and garter detail.

Since the yarn is washable, you don’t have to worry if you get something on it; just stick it in the washing machine and it’ll be back to perfect condition.


This weekend only, Deluxe Worsted Superwash is on sale 20% off, and it only takes one skein of each color to create your very own Brick by Brick Cowl!

Enjoy every stitch ♥

Chloe