Articles and Interviews

Learn more about the craft you love with these knitting articles and interviews.

I HATE weaving in ends. Any tips to make this terrible necessity easier?

Weaving in ends is the least popular part of our craft. It is a tedious but necessary job – not unlike cleaning up the kitchen after Thanksgiving dinner. Here are some tips to make the dreaded task a bit easier to bear.

Use the right tools

Weaving in ends does not require complicated tools. All you really

A Yarn for the Ages: Unravel the History of the Harrisville Mill

By Tian Connaughton

Historic Harrisville Designs

Where does your yarn come from? Do you ever wonder? I often wonder where the yarn I am working with came from, how it was made, and were human hands involved in producing it? So, on a beautiful summer morning in late June I set off to find out. Really early, I packed

Knitting for Charity

By Ashlee Lackovic

We all know knitting can be an amazing soothing and relaxing activity. Knitting with the purpose of helping others can be incredibly fulfilling to the soul. It can also be a great way to contribute to or help those in need. There is no greater feeling than knowing a newborn baby, hospital patient or friend

This simple knitter’s journal is eco-friendly and a great way to jot down stitches, patterns, and ideas! Think big without the environmental impact using this notebook made from all recycled cardboard and paper. Filled with 70 line pages, you’ll have tons of space for keeping track of all your knit-spirations and designs in one convenient

Keep your projects and supplies close at hand with this lovely knitting case. Made from 100% Baltic linen with a satin lining, this bag will give your projects the personal space and love they deserve. Its simple heart design and favorable size make for the perfect bag to take with you wherever you may be

These large snag-free cat stitch market are the purr-fect way to mark the beginning of a round, where to make a particular stitch, and so much more! Plus, this set of gold cat stitch markers comes with an adorable tin to keep your markers all in one place. Great for large knit projects, these markers

You’ll never need another needle organizer again with this simple case made to withstand everyday wear and tear as well as changing trends. It doesn’t get much better than this classic, sturdy denim case that you can take anywhere for finishing projects on-the-go! Store your favorite needles, double pointed needles, and circulars all in one

Follow Nikki Trench’s simple patterns for quick and colorful knits you’ll love to make and give. You’ll find gifts for babies, jackets, gloves, and adorable toys that can be made from less than one ball of yarn in little to no time. You can’t go wrong friendly kitten plushies and baby accessories that make great

Designed for intermediate and advanced knitters, this collection of 21 patterns puts a modern twist on classic knitting patterns. Helpful graphics accompany each project as well as charts for more sophisticated cable patterns for ease of use and enjoyment. You’ll find projects to fit every contemporary taste and style from pullovers and cardigans to dresses

You can never go wrong with a knitted headband or ear warmers with their comfort and functionality. Not only can head wraps keep you warm and cozy, they’re chic and fashionable too! Jenise Hope’s collection of 30 head accessories includes everything from headbands and lacy mesh bands to snuggly ear warmers. These unique quick-knit patterns