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The Best Homemade Advent Calendar: Knit (sew or crochet) a Unique Way to Count the Days Until Christmas

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By: Katie Ouderkirk

Glove Blockers: Blockers for Knit or Crochet Gloves or Mittens

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Charity Shop Finds for the Knitter and Crocheter: Even in Times of Recession, there are Bargains for the Crafter

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Yarn Substitution: How to Replace a Specified Yarn in a Knitting or Crochet Pattern

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Combatting Cablephobia: Understanding the Concept of Knitted Cable Stitches

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lynette Elliott

Hiding a Yarn Stash Creatively: Finding Yarn Storage in Creative Spaces

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By: Lynette Elliott

Swap a Knitting or Crochet Yarn Stash: How to Trade Knitting Yarns for Free

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By: Lynette Elliott

Swap a Knitting or Crochet Yarn Stash: How to Trade Knitting Yarns for Free, Installment One of Two

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By: Lynette Elliott

Project Versus Process Knitting and Crochet: What Type of Knitter Are You? How to Choose Knitting Projects

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

How to Make Knitted Mini Christmas Stockings: Easy to Make Hand Knitted Christmas Decorations

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Angie Briscoe

Knitting With Bamboo Needles: Comparing Types of Needles

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By: Josanna Simpson

Crochet Ribbing: Crocheted Rib is Possible, Using Two Simple Methods.

In: Knitting Yarns & Machines

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Knitted Rib, More Than Cuffs and Neckbands: Ribbing Can be Used to Help Fit and Add Design Details. Free Pattern

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Afghans for Babies - Techniques and Motifs: Creating Unique Knit or Crochet Baby Blankets

In: Children's Knit/Crochet Projects

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Knitting a Tension Gauge Swatch: How to Ensure Correct Tensions in Hand Knitted Items

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By: Gillian Buchanan

Basic Knitting Supplies for Beginning Knitters: Knitting Notions and Tools for Basic Knitting Projects

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By: Emily Chauviere

Knitting Needles for Beginning Knitters: An Overview of Knitting Needle Size, Material, and Type

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By: Emily Chauviere

Simple Knitting Stitch Patterns: Knit and Purl Patterns From Garter Stitch to Basket Weave Stitch

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By: Emily Chauviere

Toronto Knitting Shops and Classes: Where to Find Yarn, Patterns and Knitting Classes in Toronto

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By: Rosalie Ferguson

How to Choose Knitting Yarns: Information on Yarn Fibers and Weights

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By: Venice Kichura

How to Control Knitting Tension: Tips for Creating Uniform Knit Stitches

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By: Venice Kichura

Tips for Beginning Knitting: How to Learn to Knit and Find Knitting Supplies

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By: Emily Chauviere

Knitting DVDs for Beginning Knitters: Beginning Knitting From Basic Knit Techniques to Intermediate Skills

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By: Emily Chauviere

Choosing the Right Knitting Needle: Picking the Best Tools for a Project

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

The Characteristics of Wool Fiber: How a Wool Fleece Is Spun Into Yarn

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By: Emily Chauviere

Summer Knitting - Socks: A Portable Project for Summer Fun

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Summer Crochet - Toys: Fun and Quick Toys to Make on Hot Days

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Publishing Original Knit or Crochet Patterns: Getting Your Knitting and Crochet Designs Out There

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Color Theory – Color Choice in Knitting: How to Select a Palette for Knitting Projects

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By: Emily Chauviere

Designing Knitting and Crochet Patterns: Constructing Original Designs

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Less Stress for Christmas Knitting: Start Knitting for Christmas Gifts in the Summer

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Sock Knitting Techniques: DPNs and Circular Needles, Two at a Time Socks, and Toe Up Socks

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By: Emily Chauviere

Great Basic Knitting Books: Knitting Patterns, Stitch Patterns, and Knitting Hints and Tips

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By: Emily Chauviere

Buying Yarn—Different Types of Yarn: A Guide to Understanding, Selecting, and Using Yarn

In: Knitting Yarns & Machines

By: Emily Chauviere

Buying Yarn—Reading a Yarn Ball Band: Yarn Fiber, Measurements, Weight, Color, and Dye Lot

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By: Emily Chauviere

Yarn Fiber—Plant Fiber in Yarn: Cotton, Linen, Hemp, Soy, Bamboo, Corn ... and Silk

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By: Emily Chauviere

Yarn Fiber—Animal Fiber in Yarn: Sheep Wool, Mohair, Cashmere, Angora, Alpaca, Camel, and Llama

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By: Emily Chauviere

Knitting with Colour: Stranded and Intarsia Techniques for Using Colour in Knitted Work

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Summer Crochet - Afghan Squares: The Unlikely Summer Project

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Where to Buy Yarn Online: The Best Websites for Luxury Yarn and Discount Yarn

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By: Emily Chauviere

Knit Picks Quality Knitting Yarn: Luxury Yarn at an Affordable Price

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By: Emily Chauviere

Ravelry Online Knitting Community: A Place for Knitters and Crocheters to Share Their Craft

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By: Emily Chauviere

What is Filet Crochet? Introduction to Filet Crochet, including Free Stitch Pattern

In: Crochet Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Knitted Pinwheel Blankets: Circular Blankets are Easy to Knit and Make Great Gifts

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

How to Make a Drop Spindle from CDs: An Inexpensive Way to Begin Spinning Yarn

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By: Rhonda Hagerman

Bamboo vs. Aluminum Knitting Needles: Which needles are better?

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By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Cheingora, Green Fiber for Handspun Yarn: How to Recycle Your Dog’s Fur Into Yarn Crocheting and Knitting

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By: Rhonda Hagerman

Stash Balls for Knitters and Crocheters: Using up Oddments of Yarn in Knitting and Crochet

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Joining Yarn in Knitting and Crochet. Options for Joins When You Change to a New Ball

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Debbie Bliss' Road to A Knitting Empire: British Bliss Goes From Fabric Artist to Dominance In Knitting World

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By: Claudia Perry

Online Knitting Support: Finding Online Support For Untangling Knitting Snags

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By: Claudia Perry

The Ancient Art of Naalbinding: One-Needle Style of Norse Knitting Makes a Come-Back

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By: Melody Rhodes

Using Double Point Needles: Why DPNS Are Easier to Use Than They Appear

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Summer Crochet - Bags: Crochet Project for Warm-Weather Crafting

In: Crochet Patterns & Techniques

By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Knit a Coffee Cup Cozy with Cables: Free Pattern for a Cabled Cup Sleeve

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Summer Crochet - Jewelry: Options for Warm Weather Crafting

In: Crochet Patterns & Techniques

By: Kaitlyn Yeager

Suspended Cast Off in Knitting: A Loose Bind Off Method for Knitters

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Ideas for Prayer Shawl Alternatives: Making Thoughtful Shut-in Gifts When Time is Limitted

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By: Venice Kichura

Top Ten Supplies for Hand Knitters: Supplies All Knitters Will Require Sooner or Later!

In: Knitting & Crochet (general)

By: Gillian Buchanan

Inside Crochet Magazine: New British Publication for Crocheters

In: Crochet Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Stitch 'n' Bitch: Knitting is Fashionable Again

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By: Lauren Rose-Smith

How to Make a Knitted Selvedge: Knitting a Neat Selvedge to Provide a Good Finish

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By: Gillian Buchanan

The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns: Book Review of Ann Budd's Indispensable Guide for Knitters

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Fibonacci Knitting and Crochet: How a Mathematical Formula can add Interest to your Crafting

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Knitted and Crocheting Loop Stitches: Knit and Crochet Instructions for a Simple Texture Pattern

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

How to Crochet Appliques: Tips for Crocheting Motifs

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By: Venice Kichura

Online Knitting Magazines: A Review of Magazines Available on the Net for Knitters

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Bargello Knitting and Crochet: Creating Knit and Crochet Florentine Patterns

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Knitting and Crochet Without Wool: A Guide to Common Alternatives to Sheep's Wool

In: Knitting Yarns & Machines

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Using Microsoft Excel in Knitwear Design: Save Time and Money Using Excel when Creating Knitted Originals

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Knitting for Weddings: Handmade Items add that Extra Special Touch for Your Big Day

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

How to Knit or Crochet on a Budget: Find Affordable Yarn, Needles, Hooks and Free Knitting Patterns

In: Knitting & Crochet (general)

By: Feature Writer Michelle Carchrae

Knitting for Valentine's Day: Ideas to Make your Loved One Something Special and Personalised.

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Planning Knitted and Crocheted Gifts: Thinking Ahead for Crafting Home-Made Gifts

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

How to Find Good Quality Free Knitting Patterns: Tips for Knitters Looking for Online Projects and Designs to Knit

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By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

Baby Surprise Jacket (BSJ) – a Classic Design: Elizabeth Zimmerman’s 40-year old Knit Pattern is Still Popular

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

2009 Knitting Calendar By Accord Publishing: Review of Boxed Patterns to Knit Throughout The Year

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By: Feature Writer Amy Kreydin

Queensland Collection's Kathmandu Aran Yarn: A Luxurious Merino Knitting Wool Manufactured in Italy

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By: Feature Writer Amy Kreydin

Ideas for Knitting with Luxury Yarns and Fibers: Knit Small Accessories and Add Quality Embellishments to Garments

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By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

Cheap Gifts and Stocking Fillers for Knitters: Ideas for Low Cost Knitting Accessories that Make Great Presents

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By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

Provisional Knitting Cast On (Crochet Method): How and When to Cast On Using the Provisional Crochet Method

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Gifts for Knitters Who Enjoy Something Different: Knitting With Hand Dyed and Hand Spun Yarns Accessories

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By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

Luxury Gift Ideas for Knitters: Needles and More: Knit in Style With These Knitting Accessories - Ideal for Presents

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By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

Free Knit Pattern for Winter Work Socks: How to Knit Toe-up Socks With Short-Row Heels & Toes, in the Round

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Sarah B. Hood

How to Knit a Cat Blanket: A Clever Craft to Help Reduce Cat Hair on Your Furniture

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lisa Hugick

Contrasting Knitted Cables: Free Knitting Pattern for Cables in Different Colours

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Sock Knitting Choices: An Examination of the Needle Options Available for Knitting Socks.

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

How to Create Unique Yarns: Combine Wool and Other Fibers with Beads to Make Unusual Items

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By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

How to Learn To Knit: Great Knitting Know-How Resources

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By: Kristin Colangelo

Knitting Zen: Exploring Creativity, Knitting and Spirituality

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By: Kathy Schlossmacher

Extreme Knitting: Giant Knits on Supersized Needles.

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Simple Holiday Gifts to Knit: Items Knitted in the Stockinette Stitch Without Using a Pattern

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By: Venice Kichura

Knit a Pretty Rose Accessory: Free Pattern for a Knitted Flower and Suggestions for its Use

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By: Lesley Arnold-Hopkins

Knitting or Crochet Hen Night: Celebrate a Wedding With a Party for Knitters and Non-Knitters Alike

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By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

Knit and Crochet for Weddings: Simple Bridal Craft Projects and Ideas for the Crocheter and Knitter

In: Knitting & Crochet (general)

By: Feature Writer Kate Pullen

The History of British Knitting: Tracing the Reasons Behind a Centuries-Old Hobby

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By: Claire Cowling

Free Knitting Pattern for a Little Girl's Dress: Instructions for Knitting a Quick and Simple Cotton Dress in Size 8

In: Knitting Patterns & Techniques

By: Kristen O'Hara

Purchasing Your First Spinning Wheel: Questions for the Beginner Spinner to Consider.

In: Knitting Yarns & Machines

By: Kelly Gilliam

First Spinning Wheel: Drives, Treadles and More! Examining single/double drives, treadles & folding spinning wheels.

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By: Kelly Gilliam

Your First Spinning Wheel: Styles & Ratios: Considering the styles and ratios when purchasing a spinning wheel.

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By: Kelly Gilliam

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