I feel like I have my yarn stash pretty well organized (I was going to say under control but we all know that’s a lie) but where I really struggle is keeping my knitting needles organized. It’s something I want … Read More ...
Knitting Tip: Using Interchangeable Knitting Needles
I love interchangeable knitting needles
, especially when working projects in the round that use multiple needle sizes. But it’s great to have an interchangeable knitting needle set (or two!) in your collection because it’s an easy way to get … Read More ...
Learn How to Make Your Own Jumbo Knitting Needles
Chunky throws and knits are all the rage right now but supplies are expensive. You can save money by making your own jumbo knitting needles – and they’re easy to DIY! Bring on all the chunky knits this winter.
Check … Read More ...
How to Make Your Own Jumbo Knitting Needles
Jumbo yarns are everywhere these days, and using those giant threads to make chunky throws and knits means you can whip up a gift or an accessory for your home in almost no time at all.
Only trouble is, the … Read More ...
An Easy Way to Make Your Own Knitting Needles
I’ve always wanted to try making knitting needles out of dowels. I actually bought some little dowels for the purpose. Then my daughter broke one and I was reluctant to try making needles with the dowel if it was so … Read More ...
Giveaway: Laurel Hill Needles
Not too long ago I posted a roundup of some new-to-me products that make great gifts, and one of the ones I included was Laurel Hill knitting needles. These pretty needles are slick, shiny, just a little bit sharp, … Read More ...
Needle Material Can Affect Gauge, Too
I’m really interested in this bit of knitting geekery from Knit Darling, which is about knitting needle materials and how different needles — even those labeled as being the same size — can give you different gauge results.
She … Read More ...
Make Your Own Colored Knitting Needles
Clearly there was a time a few months ago when I wasn’t paying much attention to my email (don’t you hate when that happens?) because I don’t even remember this one and it’s from May! Well, let me make up … Read More ...
Confused about Knitting Needle Options?
There are so many different kinds of knitting needles out there, from circulars, straights and DPNs of different lengths to those made of wood, bamboo, metal, plastic and other materials. How do you know which needle type is right for … Read More ...
Susan Bates Offers Knit and Crochet Prize Packages
Do you like Susan Bates needles
? If you like them on Facebook you could win a knit or crochet-themed prize package during the Power of Pink giveaway.
Two of their fans will be selected to win one of the … Read More ...
Make a Pinterest Board for a Chance to Win Sunstruck Needles
Yesterday I told you about Knit Pick’s new Sunstruck needles, and the reception to them has been so great that Knit Picks has launched a Pinterest contest so a few lucky people can win some of the needles.
To … Read More ...
Meet Knit Picks’ Newest Needle
I’m a big fan of the Knit Picks interchangeable knitting needles. Both the original nickel-plated Options and the wooden Harmony needles are in regular rotation in my house (so much so that there are very few of them actually in … Read More ...
Knit Picks Needle Sale – For Mother’s Day!
From now until 5.14.12, KnitPicks is having a pretty cool sale. They’re calling it a Mother’s Day sale, I’m calling it the
OMG, KNIT PICKS NEEDLES ARE ON SALE
sale! You all know how I feel about my Harmony Needles, … Read More ...
Knitting Needles 101!
Is one of your New Year’s Resolutions to learn how to knit? Here’s a good place to start.
A basic A-Z on needles. Complete with all the goodies you’ll use with them, you’ll be knitting in no time!
Even The Knitting Needles Are Getting Into The Holiday Spirit!
Pumpkin themed knitting needles. These are just fun!
Bella Blue is excited to introduce Pumpkin Spice. The autumn motif features bright orange pumpkins swirling on delicate brown vines. Infused with hues of the season, the needles are adorned with … Read More ...