Monthly Archives: July 2014
Knit Alongs (KALs) are exploding in popularity, partly because the Internet and social media allow people from all over the world access to meet, chat, gather and knit. A Knit Along is an event in which knitters gather (in person … Continue reading
The World Wide Web is loaded with craft style blogs like ours and free afghan knitting patterns from all over the globe. Five fun knitting blogs we found include: Knitting to Stay Sane, is a blog written by Glenna, who … Continue reading
As a culture, we tend to get our style cues from others. Friends, style magazines, and especially from Hollywood! Pop culture influences our trending styles as much as anything. When an outfit or an accessory from a hit movie is … Continue reading
Are you headed up town to the local ball diamond to watch little league or softball games? Why not combine two things you love? Pack up your knitting supply bag and a comfortable chair and knit away while you cheer … Continue reading
The reasons we knit are many. We knit for relaxation and calm. We knit for the feeling of accomplishment we get when we complete a project. We knit to create gifts. We knit for those in need. People who join … Continue reading
Like the changing seasons, the color trends shift from year to year within the world of yarn, as within the fashion world. What was big last year might be a thing of the past this fall. And though opinions on … Continue reading
Do you enjoy knitting to help others? Are you looking for charitable projects for your knitting group, church group, or organization? Many large hospitals collect donated hats and caps for women going through chemotherapy. It is tempting to want to … Continue reading
There is nothing more inspirational and motivating than helping others in a time of need. Getting friends, family, groups, or organizations together that have a love of crafting for an important cause can be very rewarding. ‘CLICK for Babies’ is … Continue reading
Congratulations! A new little one has arrived in the lives of family or friends. How about creating a beautiful baby afghan for him or her as a memorable keepsake? You have perused the many wonderful free baby blanket knitting patterns … Continue reading
