Katia Blog Yarns & Fabrics

11th May 2021

Top-down sweater with cables and bobble pattern designed by Alice Hammer for Premium Designers

Alice Hammer @tricotalicehammer is a French designer with a passion for fashion history. Together with her knitting skills, she creates models “that she has always dreamed of, but never discovered before”. In 2018, she began publishing the Club Tricot series in French and English. Through these self-published pattern books, Alice shares colorful and modern patterns, with many circular patterns. The patterns are created for all levels, from a beginner to a more advanced knitter. Curious to see Alice’s beautiful patterns? This is your chance to discover one of her amazing designs, the Achille Sweater, thanks to this special pattern for…

10th May 2021

What to sew this spring summer? Download 10 free sewing patterns to make dresses, t-shirts, scarves, backpacks, beach bags …

The good weather is here and what better way to enjoy it than sewing in a relaxed way! For this reason, we propose 10 free sewing patterns to sew and wear this summer on the beach, in the pool, or at the campsite. Backpacks, shawls, dresses, T-shirts, bags… They are all simple and easy sewing projects to complete with the included step-by-step instructions. You just need the right fabrics for each project and the desire to create with your hands. Undoubtedly, the new fabrics in the spring-summer collection will make it difficult for you to choose the one you like…

5th May 2021

Zero Waste Kits EKOS Collection: 12 crochet projects to start transforming yours into a sustainable home

Small gestures change the world. For this reason, here are 12 small ideas to start transforming yours into a sustainable home that is environmentally friendly. Adopting an organic lifestyle is one way to take care of the planet. We help you do so with a Zero Waste Kits collection with home wear products created by @bykaterinadesigns with EKOS, the most sustainable yarn. If you want to live plastic-free, consume responsibly, and reuse to avoid generating more waste… Get your crochet hook, some balls of Katia EKOS, and start creating a better future today! Small zero waste projects, big changes Discover how to…

4th May 2021

Learn how to sew the world map children’s panel with the new Canvas Slim fabric

Today we sew together an educational panel of the most fun, the Ice Cream World. An original world map children’s panel and 18 animal figures to place and play on it. We have recorded the process, so you can see how easy it is to sew it. In one afternoon you will have it ready to enjoy. It is made of the new Canvas Slim, a resistant fabric that is very comfortable to sew. If you want to know the rest of the panels of the new Spring Summer 2021 collection, visit the blog post HERE. Decorate and learn with this…

27th April 2021

Sign up for the Katia Workshops! Learn 4 different knit projects in the workshops organized by your local stores

Do you want to learn how to knit a project from start to finish? If you are looking for stores near you where they teach knitting classes, this post will interest you … Because Katia Workshops are coming! Together with the valuable collaboration of the stores, we present a series of knitting workshops. In these workshops, you will learn how to knit 4 interesting projects for women, children, and babies. Discover new stitches, techniques, or different yarn creations, while receiving personalized attention and professional advice from the store owners. No matter what your current level of expertise is, these workshops…

20th April 2021

12 plus size patterns you can knit and crochet with the new Katia Casual 106 magazine this spring

Prepare your cotton balls, knit happily and enjoy the result with pride knitting this holiday! We combine style and practicality in Katia Casual 106 magazine to inspire you with fresh and modern ideas. Here are 12 large size crochet and knitting patterns available in our Casual 106 magazine or to download in PDF format on our web. We propose you 54 new knitting and crochet patterns for women, men and also to decorate your home. We really hope that you like this selection of plus size patterns! Tell us in the comments, which garment you would like to knit or to crochet this spring. 12 plus…

19th April 2021

Very easy fabric shawl with the new Sari fabrics by Änni Sews

It is the time of scarves and shawls. Fill your wardrobe with color this spring. Learn how to sew a fabric shawl in less than 1 hour. For this, you need a suitable fabric that is natural, light, drape, and pleasant to the touch. You are lucky, in the new FLY SS21 collection we have several fabrics with these characteristics: sari, Panama, muslin, bambula and plumeti. A very easy and fast pattern to make. Download any of the 3 free patterns that we have on our website HERE. And learn how to finish the edges with a very special guest: Änni Sews.…

13th April 2021

6 tips to easily follow Katia magazine patterns and knit your next project with confidence

As the saying goes: “All roads lead to Rome”, we all know how to apply it to our handicraft universe, right? There are more ways to knit than there are knitters in the world! Ok, we are probably exaggerating, but the truth is there are so many ways to learn how to knit. There are different ways to hold your needles: continental style or English, Portuguese, etc. Even stitch names can change in certain regions and languages. Still, everyone has their own ways, habits and preferences for knitting. These are often a combination of inherited knowledge, workshops, YouTube videos or…

12th April 2021

With the new SS21 ready-to-sew panels, easily create t-shirts, sweatshirts and even fun toys, backpacks, bags and cushions

This spring-summer 2021 season we have added new ready-to-sew panels to our collection for all tastes and ages. From a baby cot mobile or a bowling game to a beautiful hooded sweatshirt or a tote bag for the beach. We keep our classics to make short-sleeved t-shirts and cushions for your home. In most of them, you will find the steps indicated in the 6 languages, with shapes and marks to cut and sew each piece. You can download the pattern and instructions for the short-sleeved shirt for free on our website from here for little and kids sizes. Patterns…

7th April 2021

If you are looking for easy knitting patterns for girls, take a look at this selection of 10 designs for your little ones

Are you looking for easy knitting patterns for girls and boys? Discover 30 crochet and knitting patterns for kids and fill the summer with color with the refreshing and fun projects in the new Katia Kids 97 Magazine. We propose knitting ideas for all styles and levels. You’ll find original jacquard prints easily knitted with just one ball of thread and subtle color gradients in pure cotton. If you are looking for easy knitting patterns for kids clothing, take a look at this selection of 10 designs for girls. Relax, have fun and start choosing your next knitting pattern. Surprise…

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