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All the Tools and Tips You Need to Try Needle Felting

Needle felting seems like a complicated craft, but don't be intimidated! Find out everything you need to get started here, and you'll be making your own fuzzy, felt creations in... View Content

Combine Knit and Crochet With the Crochet Cast-On

If you want a cast-on that's quick and matches your bind-off edge, try this simple crochet method. View Content

How to Knit Sock Heels That Last

Don't get frustrated the first time you learn how to knit a sock heel. We'll show you how to set up your double-pointed needles in order to knit a sock... View Content

Want to Make Critters Like This? Start with Our Supply Guide

Amigurumi is tons of fun, from choosing your pattern to finding just the right colors for your little creation. But choosing the amigurumi materials? Not so fun if you're overwhelmed... View Content

7 Essential Waistband Shirring Tips for Beginners

Shirring is a magical sewing technique that takes a regular piece of fabric and shrinks it up, giving it elasticity. But shirring for the first time is no walk in... View Content

How to Calculate Stitches in Knitting

So you finally mustered the courage to design and stitch a hat. Yay, you! Designing your own knitting projects opens up endless possibilities in your knitting. Figuring out how to... View Content

Try Magic Loop for Sock Knitting and Say Buh-Bye to DPNs

Have you tried knitting socks with the magic loop? Once you do, you might be hooked! View Content

Here's Everything You Need to Know About Circular Knitting Needles

Use this guide next time you shop for circular knitting needles and breathe a little easier when you're faced with all the options. View Content

Use the Left Twist Stitch to Knit Easy Mock Cables

Move over, cables. We've got a simple stitch that's going to give you a run for your money. Meet the left twist knit stitch, also lovingly referred to as the... View Content

9 Knitting Project Bags That Will Whip Your WIPs Into Shape

Get organized, wherever you like to know! These project bags were designed with knitters in mind. View Content

Sew Your Own Socks! 5 Tips for a Fast, Fun and Frugal DIY

Looking for a quick project that you'll actually use? Sew your own pair of socks! These tips, tricks and patterns will get you started. View Content

Give Your Knitting Needles a Break With Round Loom Patterns

Knitting looms are a great alternative to knitting -- and they have far more advantages than I ever realized. Whether you just don’t have needle skills yet or can’t physically... View Content

How to Crochet the Primrose Stitch for Hands-On Texture

The primrose stitch is perfect for any crocheter who wants to bring a pretty texture to anything from home decor to garments and accessories. Pull out your favorite swatching yarn... View Content

5 Tips for Hosting an Awesome Virtual Knitting Club

Bring your knitting friends together with a DIY knit-along. View Content

Wet Blocking Is Key for Making Crochet Garments Fit Perfectly

Have you ever finished a crochet project, only to find that it's not the shape it's supposed to be? Show those stitches who's boss when you try wet blocking crochet... View Content

Here's How to Back Loop Crochet — It Belongs in Your Next Project

Have you ever looked at a pattern that asks you to work in the back loop in crochet? Many crocheters have been stumped by these instructions. What in the world... View Content

3 Methods for Jogless Knitting in the Round

I made one mistake when knitting this awesome hat: I did not use any jogless knitting in the round techniques. Sure, you could let that little imperfection go. But if... View Content

Crochet As Many Hearts As You Can With This Free Pattern

Chocolate isn't the only way to show someone you care this Valentine's Day . Stitch up a bunch of crochet hearts — you can make 'em using scrap yarn —... View Content

These Eco-Friendly Crafts Are Great for Celebrating Earth Day

We all have clothes laying around that we're bored with. In honor of Earth Day, why not use eco-friendly knitting and crochet to change up those clothes and make them... View Content

Make Edges Neater With the Reverse Single Crochet Stitch

Can you spot a reverse single crochet stitch? Reverse single crochet, sometimes called crab stitch, is most often used to make edges look smooth and neat by working the stitch... View Content

These Snowman Knitting Patterns Won't Melt Away

Snowmen are the perfect seasonal project. Not only do they fit in cutely with the rest of your Christmas decor, but you can leave 'em out long after Jolly Ol'... View Content

Knit the Beginner-Friendly Waffle Stitch for Lots of Toasty Texture

Let's talk about waffles. The breakfast item is great, but knitters can argue the stitch is even better. It's worked up quickly by alternating knits and purls, resulting in a... View Content

7 Knitted Wrap Patterns to Wear With Your Holiday Party Dress

Are you freezing in your holiday party dress? Stitch one of these pretty knitted wrap patterns to make the holidays even more glamorous and special. View Content

5 Jolly Santa Knitting Patterns That Are So Fun to Stitch

Even though Santa is a traditional Christmas decoration, there are still plenty of ways to make yours unique — like knitting Santa yourself! 1. Sandy's Santa This wide-eyed Santa looks... View Content