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5 Knitting & Crochet Notions You Need
Notions are small items used to complete knitting or crochet projects more efficiently. They make the crafting experience easier so you can save time and enjoy the wellness benefits of working with...

Beginner
Sea Fret Pullover
Who doesn’t love an easy to knit, multi-season, go-anywhere pullover to knit for yourself or that special other?
Sea Fret is all that and more—versatile, unisex, and completely easy to wear, it is ...

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Aspergillum
Fresh and airy pullovers with an easy fit are summer essentials, especially for travelers. The Aspergillum tunic (or crop top), is a great example—pull it on as a beach coverup or pair it with stra...

Bare Naked Wools
Origin of Jacob Wool
The Jacob is a British breed of domestic sheep, small, piebald (spotted), and multi-horned, resembling a goat in its body type. It is generally considered to be an “unimproved” or “heirloom” breed....

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5 Patterns to Knit This Summer
Summer is as great a time as any to show off your handmade wardrobe. Focusing on lightweight designs and lace motifs allows the breeze to flow through and comfort to stay. Here are five summer knit...

Bare Naked Wools
Origin of Shetland Wool
If you love a luscious, squishy, sheepy yarn then you'll love Shetlandia. Available in fingering and sport weight, this 2-ply confection spun from British Shetland wool knits up into airy, light fa...

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All Night Casino
Last night I practically RAN away from the computer at the end of my work day. My brain felt like it had a fist squeezing it, for sure. I just wanted to get my hands on my knitting and finish my sp...

Bare Naked Wools
Origin of Kent Yarn
Kent is a lustrous 2-ply yarn spun from Romney wool and combed merino top. It is available in lace, DK, and worsted weight. Kent has continuously received praise for its squishy feel against the ha...

A New Wrap
Casino is my new cashmere shawl project—see how big it’s getting! (Don’t worry, it won’t be as big as the Wing of the Moth Shawl). This one is really turning out pretty. It is SO delicate, so fine,...