The Knit Guru

Knitting projects, patterns and inspiration


  • Beachcomber Cowl – Free Knitting Pattern

    Beachcomber Cowl – Free Knitting Pattern

    This pattern has been in the works for the longest time, so it is very, very cool that it is finally seeing the light of day. This is a relatively easy knit, in the round, with textured stitches. As a note on yarn choices, you will need to go for something that you can wear… Read more

  • All the Christmas Projects

    All the Christmas Projects

    And it’s December yet again, which means only one thing…. Christmas Knits. Here is a complete directory of every Christmas themed knitting pattern on this website to date. There are more to come, but if you wanted to jump on the bandwagon right away now that festive music is blaring on the radio, now is… Read more

  • Textured Hot Water Bottle Cover – Free Knitting Pattern

    Textured Hot Water Bottle Cover – Free Knitting Pattern

    And here is the second in the hot water bottle cover collection that no one asked for…. but I was overly excited to bring to you. This one has a tie at the top to keep it on the bottle, and a textured middle section that feels lovely on your feet. You will need:– 4.5mm… Read more

  • The Man Scarf – Free Knitting Pattern

    The Man Scarf – Free Knitting Pattern

    When you have those men in your life that are so hard to gift for, this is the scarf you need. It tucks into a jacket easily, knits up quickly, and has just enough function to look like you have gone over and above for the gift. You will need:– 4-5 balls of yarn (250-300gm)… Read more

  • Basic Hot Water Bottle Cover – Free Knitting Pattern

    Basic Hot Water Bottle Cover – Free Knitting Pattern

     As far as old school cozy goes, it doesn’t get better than a hot water bottle. Back when I had surgery last year, all I wanted was the instant warmth of the hottie, and a snuggly knitted cover to boot. This is the simplest of the covers (There will be a total of 3 patterns… Read more

  • Knights Chainmail Coif – Free Knitting Pattern

    Knights Chainmail Coif – Free Knitting Pattern

    Teaching Drama often leads to a lot of costume and set construction… and occasionally this crosses over into knitted projects. Here is a pattern for a chainmail coif or head covering that I have designed for “Robin Hood”. You will need:– 3 x 50gm Balls of grey yarn (150gm)– 8mm knitting needles (Circular)– Darning needle… Read more

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