Author: Megan Brightwood

Welcome

This space is devoted to the study and practice of knitting as a skilled craft. Here, the focus is on technique, construction, and developing a deeper understanding of how knitted fabric is formed, shaped, and finished. The work shared here values clarity over complexity, and

Lodge Raglan Sweater

The Lodge Raglan Sweater is a raglan pullover sweater with contrasting sleeves, and a pop of color at the collar.  The body is worked first from the bottom up, with raglan shaping completed before the sleeves are worked.  The sleeves are attached to the sweater via stitches

Once Upon a Dream Sweater

Once Upon a Dream Sweater is a ballerina inspired raglan sweater featuring balloon style sleeves and a wide neckline.  The sleeves are knit first from the cuff up, then the body is knit.  These three pieces are then worked together to form the neckline.  Tubular

Charlie’s Blanket

You guys have been asking for a video on how to knit a baby blanket for a while, now, and the day is finally come! This blanket was inspired by my serious little 2-year-old, Charlie, and the yarn was chosen by him as

Men’s Beanie

I'd done a version of this men's beanie back before my oldest was born, and considering she just turned four, I thought it was time for a little update! This hat is knit in the round, using a Berroco Remix yarn, and turned