I write these posts up to a month in advance, so I hope by the time this post goes live it won’t be a lie to say I recently finished what was probably the most intense knitting experience of my … Read More ...
Craft Retailer Joann Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
In an expected move, craft store chain Joann has filed for bankruptcy to help the company deal with debt problems.
According a news release issued by the company, Joann has “received commitments for approximately $132 million in new financing and … Read More ...
King Cole Pulls Patterns for Hooded Baby Sleep Bags
Recent guidance from the UK Government Product Safety board called our various sleep bags, swaddles and hooded sleep sacks for being hazardous to babies. The report says “The sleep bag presents a serious risk of suffocation, overheating and death … Read More ...
Finding Time to Knit or Crochet
One common goal that a lot of knitters and crafters of all sorts have for each new year is finding more time to knit or do their craft, whatever it is.
I like to think that we make time rather … Read More ...
Watch This Sweet Short Film on the Value of Knitting
When animator Samantha Moore’s mother lost the ability to follow knitting patterns because of dementia, Moore taught herself to knit through YouTube tutorials and was able to find comfort in knitting as her mother’s health declined.
She began to interview … Read More ...
Get Organized for the New Year with These Resource Packs
Every year I decide is the year I’m going to get my knitting stuff more organized. And every year I make a little bit of progress. I’ve decluttered my yarn pretty well over the years, and this year I finally … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Baby Cardigan
Design No 5218 is a baby cardigan pattern that can be knit in either a round or v-neck style. The Sirdar pattern uses Snuggly Baby Bamboo yarn, which is a natural fiber yarn that is perfect for keeping babies cool … Read More ...
Book Review – Wanderlust: 46 Modern Knits for Bohemian Style
I am absolutely in love with the boho style and this book “Wanderlust: 46 Modern Knits for Bohemian Style
” looks like it was made for me. The book explores 46 new knitting patterns that celebrate bohemian style, which … Read More ...
YarnYAY! to Cease Production of Yarn Subscription Boxes
Vickie Howell, yarn industry cheerleader extraordinaire and founder of YarnYAY!, a subscription box for knitters and crocheters, has announced that the company will cease production of the boxes this winter.
The December box will be the last one for … Read More ...
Book Review – 20 to Knit: Tiny Christmas Toys to Knit
“20 to Knit: Tiny Christmas Toys to Knit (Twenty to Make)” by Sachiyo Ishii is a must-have guide for knitters who love Christmas! The book contains 20 patterns for gorgeous, quick, and easy tiny Christmas toys that are perfect for … Read More ...
Staghorn Romper – Knitting Pattern
Introducing the Staghorn Romper from the Sirdar collection, Design No 5389. This pattern is perfect for those who want to create something extra special and luxurious for their little ones. The Staghorn cable design gives it a touch of Nordic … Read More ...
Fingerless Gloves with Fingers Knitting Pattern
The world of fingerless gloves contains multitudes, from simple rectangles knit flat with a hole left in the seaming for your thumb to designs with elaborate patterns, thumb gussets, little individual fingers, or all of the above.
The Patons Fingerless … Read More ...
A Few of My Favorite Things for Knitters
It’s that time of year when you might want to shop for something special for a knitter (or crocheter!) in your life, or when you might want to start dropping hints for someone who might want to buy something for … Read More ...
Book Review – Mini Knits for Christmas
“Mini Knits for Christmas” by Sue Stratford is a collection of 40 adorable Christmas mini knitted figures and decorations to make your festive season extra special. From Mary and Joseph to the little donkey and a stable, or a show-stopping … Read More ...
Christmas Elf Baby Costume – Knitting Pattern
Introducing the Christmas Baby Little Elf Outfit, a charming and festive outfit that is perfect for your baby’s first Christmas. This outfit features an adorable elf design, complete with a hat, sweater, trousers, mittens, and bootees. The outfit is … Read More ...