Shoes for Showing Off Handknit Socks: Six Suggestions
If you’re an avid sock knitter like I am, you’ve probably faced the same conundrum I have: where can I get some shoes for showing …
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January Sip and Stitch: Mitered Squares, Grocery Store Teas, and Pirates Ahoy!
In my previous installments of the monthly sip and stitch posts, I’ve focused on teas from smaller retailers. There are lots of lovely teas that …
Meet the Maker – Teresa Runnett of Classical Songbird Knits
Last year, I joined the Fiber Business Collective, where I met all sorts of fascinating people working in the fiber arts. One very special member …
Community: My Knitting Word of the Year
As you might remember from last year, I’m not the biggest fan of New Year’s resolutions. I make them if I feel like it, but …
Meet the Maker: Sharon Miller of Flora Adora Fibers
Welcome to the next installment in a new semi-regular feature here on the blog: interviews with fellow makers! I’m having such fun sitting down with …
September Community Feature – Warm Knits for Fall
In case you missed it last month, I’ve started a new regular post here where I’m sharing my favorite projects you’ve knit with my patterns. …
Hey Knitter—You’re Being Creative, Too
Recently, I asked my Instagram community some questions about creativity. I was curious about knitters’ self perceptions and their relationship to their craft. See, I’d …
August Community Feature – Your Beautiful Projects!
One of my very favorite parts of working as a knitting designer is getting to be part of a really neat community. Over the last …
A Knitter Learns to Crochet: The Moonwake Shawl
I’ve embarked on my next phase of my crochet learning journey, and this time, I’m working an asymmetrical triangle shawl designed by my friend Rachy …
Are Hand Knit Socks Better than Store Bought Socks?
I’m an avid sock knitter and almost never have empty sock-size needles. I keep half-finished socks in my purse, just in case I get stuck …