Best of Knitty

Recently I received an email from Knitty Magazine asking for donations on Patreon to keep the site running. I have been a huge fan of Knitty for a long time and being a fledgling designer myself, I have a massive appreciation for what they do. To work so hard on such beautiful, complex patterns, then publish them for free absolutely boggles my mind. Pattern designing, for those who haven't tried it, is a long, arduous process, which is why I have no problem paying money for well-written patterns and why I had no problem pledging a donation to Knitty after years and years of free patterns.

Being a college student, I don't usually have much money to donate to worthy causes, but if you have the means to donate more, they are offering some pretty good incentives! Special webchats with other knitters, stickers and patches, and an exclusive bag are all up for grabs for those especially generous patrons. Many of the more expensive spots are filled, but any donation will help this amazing knitting resource continue for many years to come.

To celebrate Knitty reaching 2 of its milestones so far, I've put together a list of my favorite Knitty patterns.

Skew Socks

I attempted these socks once years ago in a gorgeous colorway of Knitpicks Felici self-striping yarn, but I had to frog it because my first attempt at Kitchener turned out horrible. But I definitely want to attempt a pair again soon, hopefully in another nice self-striping.

Urban Tribe Shawl

This is a new release from the newest issue, and I've fallen in love with it! I am a sucker for colorwork done with gradient yarns, and this one is no exception. If I were any good with stranded colorwork, this sucker would be on my needles already.

Opus the Octopus

I think this little guy is a beautifully designed pattern! The detail, from to two-tone tentacles to his little eye bulge, is absolutely perfect. He is knit with yarn held double, but if I ever knit him, I'd use a single strand.

Fetching Mitts

My freshman year of college I knit three pairs of these for Christmas presents out of Knitpicks City Tweed, and neglected to take pictures of any of them. But I do remember them being a very fun, quick knit! I will definitely make more pairs in the future.

Krydda Cardigan

I LOVE this cardigan. Living in South Louisiana, we only have very cold temperatures for maybe a week or two out of the year, so I get the most use out of lacy, open, or light cardigans and I think this one would be perfect! 

Do you have any favorite Knitty patterns? Are you considering becoming a Patron? Let me know in the comments below?

Disclaimer: I am not sponsored by Knitty, I just really love them. All photos are (c) of Knitty Magazine