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25 New Year's Knitting Resolutions
After knitting holiday gifts the last few months, it’s time to flip the script and focus on what you want to accomplish in the new year. Knitting is a wonderful comfort and a delightful distraction...

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Mason Knits
Thank you to all the podcasters and visitors who left comments or emailed me about the podcast roundup last week. I am so happy to have heard from everyone! There is a category link (podcasts) dir...

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Projecting: It's my system and I'm sticking with it
Christine (Pointy Sticks), seems worried about the idea of having multiple projects. oh Christine, if you only knew . . . personally, I live for multiple projects. I got over my fear of Not Finish...

Beginner
Cable Babble
As a buildup to my next interview with an athlete in the Olympic Women’s Cabling Event, I indulge in a general discussion about the technique. Not that this will help anyone with their own cabling...

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24,480 Stitches
The ostrich lace is done. That is, I ran out of yarn and there isn’t any more. Sigh.
Seriously, I could’ve knitted on that a while longer if I had more yarn. I won’t say “forever”; not any more. I...

Self-Care Knitting KAL
Coming to you in January 2022! Not only does knitting bring loved ones together and serve as a healthy hobby for millions around the world, it holds significant benefits for mental health. Many kni...

Tips For Attending NYS Sheep & Wool Festival
The NYS Sheep & Wool is here and we know you're excited for all the fiber fun this weekend has to offer. Whether this is your first time or fiftieth time attending, we're here to give you some ...

Socktober Featured Designs + Matching Motifs
Life just got a whole lot cozier! Get in the fall spirit with our tempting Socktober Pattern Special.

Beginner
Knitting for Beginners: The Ultimate List of Tips (From 100k Expert Knitters!)
We asked 100k talented knitters to share the most life-changing tips they learned in their knitting journey, here's what they said...
