Sarah, Author at Yarn Enchantment - Your knitting and crochet blog

November 11, 2025

Three panel collage showing Sophie Hood by PetiteKnit in reddish-brown yarn; two panels feature a person wearing the hooded scarf in different styles, and one panel displays the finished hood laid flat on a wooden surface

PetiteKnit Sophie Hood Pattern Review & Knitting Tips

Ever knit something that felt instantly right? That’s how I felt the moment I finished my Sophie Hood. It’s warm, practical, and has just enough quirk to stand out from the crowd of winter knits. In this post, I’ll share my honest review, and a few tried-and-true tips to help you make your own Sophie Hood a cold weather favorite.

November 4, 2025

Knitting i-cord swatches with 2 to 7 stitches lined up on a needle next to a hand holding an i-cord on a wooden needle, illustrating neat results and knitting technique."

How to Knit I-Cords: Neat Results with 2–7 Stitches

In this post, I’ll walk you through the basics of I-cords - those neat little knitted tubes that can transform your projects. We’ll unravel all the steps together, share a few tricks for getting super tidy results, and dream up some creative uses (think cozy jar wraps, and more). No matter if you’re picking up your needles for the first time or you’ve knitted a hundred I-cords, you’ll find something to spark your creativity, and maybe have a little fun along the way.

October 28, 2025

Four hand-knit pumpkins in cream, green, and yellow yarn, each with knitted leaves and curly stems, arranged on a light wooden table with wood slices and colorful autumn leaves in the background. Two lines of text read 'Simple Free Pumpkin Knitting Pattern' and 'Quick Autumn Decoration.

Free Knitted Pumpkin Pattern: Easy DIY Fall Decor

Autumn always makes me want to slow down, pick up my needles, and fill the house with handmade touches. This free, beginner‑friendly knitted pumpkin pattern is quick to make and ideal for using up leftover yarn from your stash. You can finish one in an evening, and they bring a lovely touch of fall coziness to any room. Take a moment for yourself, a cup of tea in hand, and savor the peace of fall knitting.

October 20, 2025

Hand-knitted cream-colored socks worn on feet, shown against a wooden floor with the blog post title 'Sock Knitting Journey: From Cast On to Completion' displayed across the center. Highlights the finished result of a complete sock knitting masterclass guide.

Free Sock Knitting Masterclass: Step-by-Step Guide & Videos

Wrapping Up Our Sock Adventure Yesterday, I uploaded the last video tutorial to YouTube, and honestly, it was a mix of feelings. I was so glad to finish in time for Socktober, but part of me felt a little sad, too, because writing and filming these lessons turned out to be so much fun. As we reach the last stitches of our Complete Sock Knitting Masterclass, this seems like the perfect moment to look back and celebrate how far we’ve come together.

October 17, 2025

Unfinished hand-knitted cardigan in cream and blue yarn with circular needles, yarn ball, and fairy lights, illustrating knitting project frustration and the question ‘Why do we start hating our knitting projects?

Why Do We Start Hating Our Knitting Projects? (And How to Cope)

Sometimes, even the most passionate knitters lose their spark for a project. In today's blog post, I share why frustration, perfectionism and emotional ups and downs creep into our knitting - and how small changes, fresh inspiration, or simply letting go can help you rediscover your creative joy.

October 11, 2025

Handmade spooky Fimo clay ghost stitch markers displayed on dark knitted fabric, perfect for Halloween knitting projects and DIY craft tutorials

DIY Spooky Fimo Clay Stitch Markers for Halloween

Create adorable ghost stitch markers for your knitting projects with this easy DIY Fimo clay tutorial—perfect for adding a bit of spooky, handmade charm to your Halloween crafting. No polymer clay experience needed; follow the beginner-friendly steps and tips for festive, functional markers that are both cute and practical.

October 4, 2025

Close-up of a beige knitted hat with three embroidered purple flowers and green leaves, with bold heading text reading "How to Embroider on Knits: Tips & Techniques" across the top.

How to Embroider on Knits: Pro Tips & Techniques

Today, I want to talk about a topic that has been on my mind for a long time: Embroidery on knits. I like to decorate my finished projects with flowers embroideries to give them a little something extra, and in this blog post, I want to talk about some tricks and techniques that makes embroidering on knitting fabric easier.

September 25, 2025

Two hand-knitted socks in natural and brown shades displayed flat on a wooden surface, showing the leg and wedge toe construction for a sock knitting guide.

Complete Foot and Wedge Toe Sock Guide: Measuring, Sizing & Decreasing

This guide is here to walk you through each step - how to measure, where to start your wedge toe decreases, and the simple tricks to tailor your socks so they’re cozy and comfy for your unique feet. No more guessing, no more baggy toes - just handmade socks you’ll want to wear again and again. Are you ready to knit your new favorite pair? Let’s dive in and make perfect-fitting socks, every single time.

September 22, 2025

Close-up of a hand-knitted sock in cream-colored yarn, showing neatly picked-up gusset stitches and decreases, with colorful double-pointed needles in place.

Hole-Free Gusset Pick Up and Decreases for Perfectly Fitting Socks

This week’s focus is on picking up gusset stitches and close the gap between needles when knitting socks. I’ll compare two methods, the classic method - which can leave holes or long stitches, with a more advanced, invisible technique passed down from my granny. Whether you’re new to socks or looking to upgrade your finishing, I’m sharing tips for a flawless, hole-free gusset.