Articles and Interviews

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

Simple Chic Knits: 35 Stylish Patterns to Knit in No Time

Karen Miller and Susan Ritchie, co-owners of the online shop Mrs. Moon, joined forces yet again to bring you this collection of 35 stunning and stylish patterns. Simple Chic Knits features all types of patterns, from quick, one-day patterns to some that will take much longer to finish. Plus, many types of knitting techniques are

New Directions in Sock Knitting offers, as the title suggests, 18 unique and innovative designs that vary more than being toe-up or top-down. Whether you’re after a more basic sock pattern or something a bit different and challenging, you’ll find it within this pattern collection. All types of knitting techniques are utilized in these sock

Sticking to It

By Vikki Bird

Last year I turned 32, which terrified me since 16 didn’t seem all that long ago but was now as half a lifetime ago. To soften the blow a little, and to make sure that the time that was whizzing by was better spent, I decided to write a list of 32 smaller and more

How does someone work with super bulky yarn with lots of clumps/lumps throughout?

By Angelia Robinson

Hi Mallory,

There are many yarns that contain a variety of textures all in the same skein. Rowan Thick ‘n’ Thin, Patons Cobbles and handspuns from indie yarn makers like Happy Fuzzy Yarns all contain mix of weights and textures. You might think working with these kinds of yarns would be a challenge, but it is

Stitch markers are an essential part of any knitter’s tool kit, and these Garden Gnome Stitch Markers are the perfect addition to an ever-growing collection. Funny little helpers like these will save you time counting and are perfect for both simple and complex patterns. These closed markers are essential for any knitting pattern, and they make

Mango Moon Yarns wants to bring you yarn that is fun and colorful, and their Mulberry Meadow yarn is exactly that. A luxurious blend of 75% Merino and 25% Mulberry Silk, this yarn is perfect for any project on your list. It comes in six gorgeous, nature-inspired colors, and at approximately 218 yards per ball,

Pulling a sweater from storage and seeing little pills all over it is enough to make you go crazy. Looking for a de-pilling device that is gentle enough to not wear holes through your clothes, but strong enough to remove all of those annoying pills from your sweater is too time consuming. Kim Cole decided

Need a cute gift for your knitting friend, but can’t think of something unique? These Stick and Soak Tattoos are a fun way to let someone know you appreciate them. In different images like a pair of mittens, a “Keep Calm and Knit On” poster, and a ruler, this tattoo sheet is a fun way

Knitting is known to be a soothing and relaxing activity, and in Knitting Pearls: Writers Writing About Knitting, two dozen authors come together to write about its healing powers. Writers like Jodi Picoult and yarn gurus like Jared Flood tell stories about everything from converting religions to falling in love; this book combines beautiful anecdotes

Anne Podlesak takes knitting down south in Free Spirit Knits: 20 Knitted Garments and Accessories Inspired by the Southwest. Gathering inspiration from her home in New Mexico, Podlesak’s patterns are sure to inspire thoughts of road trips to the Grand Canyon and adventures through the beautiful deserts of the Southwest. The projects in the book