Stitch & Hustle Fibert Arts Blog

As I continue to use this space to feature spotlights on various makers and people in the fiber community, I thought I would introduce you to one of my squad: Cecilia Nelson-Hurt - also known as Creative CeCi. She is not only a fabulous fiber friend, but a brilliant thinker, prayer warrior and is about to launch her new Podcast! Say hello to Creative CeCi!

Bringing a new twist to how we learn about new fibers, at the Indie Yarn Breakfast you will be able to swatchj, sample and test out these fabulous fibers from amazing NY area artists.

Welcome to our first CAL! A crochet-A-Long featuring the Maui Sunset Tank pattern for summer by Bonnie Mackay.

I look at the beautiful humans who attended Stitch Up Chicago and I see such diversity and representation in age, gender, heritage, skin color and stitch discipline. One of the attendees said to me; “This is the most diverse and inclusive event I have ever been to”. I cried. Because that is my commuKnitty.

Celebrate Stitch Up Chicago the KnitC rate Way. Everyone gets tacos. Everyone gets a KnitCrate Kit. And everyone has a good time! Toss in a little impromptu birthday celebration and you have the makings of a fabulous Saturday night! This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

Red Heart and Tamara of Moogly brought serious amounts of fiber awesome to Stitch Up Chicago. A very special yarn tasting community event like no other and a treat making the Artfully Simple Cowl. This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

It has been a minute since I have gotten my hands on some amazing We Are Knitters Pima Cotton. I was super excited when they sent me the We Are Knitters Vere Tee to work up. Gah… I instantly remember how much I love this yarn and these fun kits. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

Universal Yarn has been a supporter and sponsor of Stitch Up Chicago for 3 years now. Since the very first event, the Universal team has seen the vision and supported this community. Kicking off Stitch Up Chicago with Universal Yarn Stitch Night was just perfect. The smiles & stitches tell the story!

You had me at yarn. Throw in chef prepared snacks, great peo0ple AND a discount? Yeah I am all about it! For our third year in a row, we kicked off Stitch Up Chicago with a little pre-game action at Nina Chicago and it was magnificent!

Overcoming my fear of embroidery and creating a personalized project bag in 3 easy steps! Try it for yourself. Use code STITCHUP10 for 10% off any kit or embroidery item on the DMC site thru 4/30/19

I am so excited to celebrate Talith’as new accomplishments with this book. She is right: Break Ups are never easy so let us knit our way through those rough days to creating beautiful objects we can celebrate! And now you can enter here to win a copy of your very own It’s Not Me, It’s You and get started on these fabulous designs. Also scroll down to see Tal’s hilarious fun interview with Kristy Glass.

For some reason, and even though Spring is a great season, my mind jumps right to Summer when Winter season is officially over. I mean… I love Summer! Summer is a great time to dress up in different fashion styles. You can certainly play around with color, designs, layers – yes, layers – and some ah-mazing crocheted Summer Tops!

When Allison sent me her worsted in Allison’s Pajamas and Chocolate Brownie I was not only hungry and wanted to have a PJ party but I knew instantly I wanted to design a transitional season shawl. The Highland Shawl is exactly what I envisioned - and we know that never happens in deign process so yay for that bonus! This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

6 Free Crochet Patterns of functional, fabulous bags that will get you through the summer in style.

This pattern is a joy to work up. Great for beginners looking to explore specific pattern stitches and create a new shape. The trim line is done in a fabulous classic picot giving it the finishing touch. We hope you love to make these fo yourself or your littles. This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

What can I say about this amazing fun and quick pattern? It has won me over on so many levels. It works up fast and is the perfect piece to get you from Spring all the way through summer. This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

Ah Spring! Humid days when my hair just won’t behave. That is what inspired the Maple Texture Beanie. The perfect transitional season beanie and you can even add rows and customize this hat to suit your style! This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

The Highland Shawl is great for every level of knitter from beginner to experienced. The lace pattern creates an airy effect and the drape of the solid sequences is effortless with this fiber. Personally I wear this shawl year round. This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

This is such a fabulous pattern and while Kat designed it to be a nursing shawl for her first baby, I can tell you that it is a stunning shawl sans baby and will quickly be one of your favorite things to make and to wear. Or - it is the perfect gift for a new mom to be. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

I am so in love with this incredibly cozy & versatile pattern. It can be worn so many ways and is the perfect chill out & knit pattern. Make it with just 2 balls of Lion Brand Vel-Luxe. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

Work up lots of cozy texture super quick with this incredibly cozy & stylish pattern. Make it with ONE ball of Lion bRand Vel-Luxe. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

This incredible design by Natalie Thomas of Detroit Knots brings our love for jeans to life in crochet. My goodness this top! SWOON-WORTHY! You will want to make one for yourself and every one of your fave gals! Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

This super cute slouchy hat works up quickly and can be made in child or adult sizes. Fabulous for gifts for the whole family!

Ah the Lexington! It’s a Shawlette. It’s a scarf. It’s for guys. It’s for gals. It takes ONE cake of Evolutions from Twisted Fiber Art and it going to be your new favorite to make. Let the yarn do the work while you create the shape and I assure you just a fee stitches in and you will love this pattern.

A fun twist on the poncho making your arms accessible for things like eating, crocheting on the go and just all around functionality. Cozy, function and fashion all in one! Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

The Burlington Ruana free knitting pattern is more than a stylish cozy accessory - it is basically the most fabulous blanket you can wear in public and works up like a breeze. It is easily converted to an oversized shawl for all year round enjoyment as well. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

This scarf features a minimalist New York City Skyline along each end. Filet crochet creates the windows on the massive high-rises, with the standout of the Empire State Building. Inspired by the dark silhouettes of buildings in front of a setting sun, the pattern utilizes the rich and complex colorings of Asylum Fibers. Designed exclusively for Stitch & Hustle, this pattern was designed, dyed, made, and inspired all by NYC women.

Inspired by the history and structure of the Flatiron Building in New York City, and NYC heart, this shawl takes a you on a stitch journey way beyond the traditional triangle shawl. I used a small variation on the Puff Stitch to illustrate the windows and used two separate increase techniques to get the shape.

A Beginner Crochet Pattern by Guest Designer Nicole Knutsen of Naturally Nora Crochet - this cotton hat works up like a breeze and comes in sizes for the whole family.

This Ruana is super cool because it can be so many things. Truly a versatile piece you will definitely want to make in your favorite colors. You can wear it as a Ruana or you can wear it as a scarf. You can add a front closure and wear it as a poncho or even a cape. This one piece can be whatever you need it to be.

This is such a fun and easy to work up turtleneck top pattern. Perfect for transitional weather as an added layer and great for all ages.

A chunky shawl that is not too chunky with fabulous drape and a bonus hood! Make it in your favorite team colors. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

Because wearing a blanket in public should totally be acceptable! This wrap will keep you stylish AND cozy. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.

I have always wanted to do my own version of a “Halloween” themed hat. Since I don’t really do costumes anymore, I wanted a hat I could wear all season long. I came up with my take on a spider-web cross with a pumpkin hat and I kind of love it. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. Read full blog disclosure here.