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Like many of you, I was researching various masks to make for my friends and family and wanted one that could be made quickly, had a nice fit around the nose, and provided an option for a replaceable filter to provide a little more protection for myself and others nearby. So I fired up my sewing machine and started experimenting!
I finally came up with a mask that I was happy with, so I thought I'd share it.
If you want a double-knit edge to stay neat on both sides, keep both yarns active, work the front and back stitches in order, and watch tension from the first few stitches. I’d sum it up like this: this bind-off...
You do not need to restart every time you spot a lace mistake. In most cases, I’d make one check first: did the error change the stitch count, and did it change the shape? If the answer is no, I...
I use circular needles pretty much exclusively, and all my knitting friends do, too. There are a few reasons for this, not the least of which is that circular needles are more readily available these days than straight needles. They're also easier to knit with than straight needles because they don't hit the table or your lap while you're knitting (does this happen to anyone else?) and you won't lose one of them!
There are many things to consider when choosing circular needles, and I'm going to compare materials and brands like Addi, Chiaogoo, Knitter's Pride and more, as well as talk a little about the interchangeable sets we offer. Whether you prefer metal, wood, or bamboo, we've got circular needles for you.
Good hook care is simple: keep hooks dry, clean them by material, store them apart, and check cases often. That’s the whole article in one line. If I wanted the short version, I’d keep these 7 points in mind: Wash...
The Double Moss Stitch is a beginner-friendly knitting pattern that creates a textured, reversible fabric with a checkerboard-like design. It’s perfect for scarves, blankets, and dishcloths due to its flat, stable structure that doesn’t curl at the edges. The stitch...
A yarn label can save you from buying the wrong yarn, running short, or shrinking a finished project in the wash. I check 6 things every time: fiber content, yarn weight, yardage, needle or hook size, gauge, and dye lot/care...
Intarsia is the right pick when you want big color shapes without floats on the back. If I were starting today, I’d keep it simple: use a 4 x 4-inch swatch, stick to 3–4 colors per row, wind each section...
Kelley just finished knitting the Shift Cowl by Andrea Mowry, and she's fallen in love with mosaic knitting.
While it sounds complicated or fiddly—mosaics are made up of little pieces of glass, after all—mosaic knitting is super easy. Seriously, you end up with a beautiful colorwork project, but you're only using one color in each row.
When time is short but you want to make something special, alpaca yarn is an excellent option for handmade gifts. It's soft, warm, and lightweight, making it perfect for cozy projects. This article highlights eight free patterns that are beginner-friendly...
Need a gift fast? This list breaks 37 free knitting patterns into the projects you can finish in a few hours, one evening, or one weekend. I’d use this guide one simple way: match my time, yarn, and skill level...
If I want speed, I pick pre-stringing. If I want control, I pick hook beading. That’s the whole choice in one line. Here’s the short version: Pre-stringing = more setup before I start, but less stopping while I knit Hook...
Berroco Vintage DK yarn is a popular choice for spring projects, offering a blend of 52% acrylic, 40% wool, and 8% nylon that combines softness, warmth, and durability. Each 100g hank provides 290 yards and costs $9.95, making it suitable...
Don't mind me while I write your Holiday gift list for you. Just pass this on to your significant other, kids, and anyone who's in the market to buy you a gift!
This is also a great resource for anyone buying gifts for knitters. We've got the best stuff!
There's almost nothing worse in knitting or crochet than getting a hole in your handmade garments. It's so sad! And how do you fix it?
Well, we're here to show you two different methods for fixing your knitwear without panicking—weaving techniques for fixing weak or worn areas in socks, and duplicate stitch to fix holes in garments.
There's nothing like a pair of handknit socks. You can use gorgeous sock yarn, choose your stitch pattern, and take them with you wherever you go. One thing I've learned over the years is how to customize socks to fit my feet, and I like a rounded toe. It's important for me because my feet are fairly straight across the toes, and a pointy toe just ends up flopping around empty.
We've been seeing faux-fur pom poms everywhere lately—they're so cute! They add a touch of chic to any knit hat pattern.
Shop owner Kelley figured out how to make faux-fur pom poms at home, easily and inexpensively, with faux fur from the fabric store and items she had around the house. She's so clever.
Here's a video of the process.
We're often asked what the difference is between llamas and alpacas. Both llamas and alpacas are south american camelids and they are related but definitely not the same.
Here are 7 quick ways to tell the difference between an Alpaca and a Llama.
If you want the short answer: shape matters more than brand. In most cases, straight cable needles are fastest, bent styles give more control, and U-shaped holders keep stitches safest. If I were picking one, I’d use this rule first:...
If I had to sum this up in one line: pick the gift by use, time, and yarn first. That makes the list much easier to sort. I see 21 crochet gift ideas here, and they fall into 3 simple...
