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Mischa's Mittens and Leg Warmers – Two Free Knitting Patterns!
On By Meg Bateman / 0 comments
Mischa's Mittens and Leg Warmers – Two Free Knitting Patterns!
5 Quick Gift Knits
5 Quick Gift Knits
It's that time again: last-minute knitting for the holidays. You had plans to have everything done a month ago, but alas. Don't despair, though, we've got five ideas for quick...
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Modern Classic Sweaters: 5 Free Knitting Patterns
Modern Classic Sweaters: 5 Free Knitting Patterns
What makes a classic sweater? I think it has everything to do with the style and versatility. A cardigan or pullover with a touch of ribbing, cables, or color can...
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How to pick up stitches on an afterthought heel
How to pick up stitches on an afterthought heel
A surefire way on how to pick up stitches on an afterthought heel to get a perfectly finished end product.
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Our Top 10 Reasons to Love Fall Knitting and Crochet
Our Top 10 Reasons to Love Fall Knitting and Crochet
"It's sweater weather!" I don't know about you, but I've been hearing this all over the place, and saying it myself. I think I can say this on behalf of...
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Our Top 5 FREE Universal Yarn Patterns!
Our Top 5 FREE Universal Yarn Patterns!
There are many reasons to love knitting, but for me, it's the yarn. Discovering a new yarn is so exciting! I first knit with Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted a couple...
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Win some spirit—Spirit Stripes yarn and needles!
Win some spirit—Spirit Stripes yarn and needles!
It's football season! This time of year is close to my heart because I grew up in a football family. My dad played at San Diego State, and then coached...
On By Kathleen Cubley / 19 comments