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Guernsey Sweaters: Traditional Knitwear for Men Explained

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Mother's Day Knit & Crochet Ideas: Knitted & Crocheted Gifts That Mom Will Love

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit Picks Knitting Community: Visit an Updated Version of an Online Knitting Room

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Buttons and Buttonholes for Knits: Try These Tips When Knitting a Buttonhole for the First Time

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Use Short Rows to Shape Knitting: Extra Rows in Knitting That Can Be Added to Improve Garment Fit

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Irish Crochet Rose Pattern: Make Any Size Roses Using Traditional Techniques & Patterns

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Achieving Drape When Crocheting: Draping Determines Whether Fit is Flattering in Crocheted Items

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knitting & Crocheting on Airplanes: Knit or Crochet While Flying By Keeping a Few Things in Mind

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

KnitPicks Circular Needles: Circulars from a Knit Supply Company Committed to Affordable Luxury

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit Fix Book Review: Author Lisa Kartus Provides Solutions to Knitting Mistakes

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Easter Egg Crochet Pattern: Make Decorative Eggs for Easter Out of Scrap Yarn

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Irish Crochet Shamrock: Make a Crocheted Clover for St. Patrick’s Day

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Audio Knit Books: Read and Knit at the Same Time with Audio Books

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Flip Knit Books Review: Annie Modesitt Releases New Knitting Book Series for Beginners

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Free Crochet Leaf Pattern: Springtime Floral Crochet Looks Great with Leaves Accent

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Novelty Yarn in Knit & Crochet: Use the Newest Kinds of Yarn to Explore Color, Texture & Style

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Goth Knit & The AntiCraft: Book Review of Rigdon and Stewart’s Edgy Craft Manifesto

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Answer Books in Knit & Crochet: Solutions & Answers to Every Problem & Question in Fiber Art

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Free Toddler Mittens Pattern: Crochet a Cute Pair of Mittens for Children 3-to-5 Years

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Friday Night Knitting Club: Book Review of a Best Seller for Knitters and Non-Knitters Alike

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

DPNs Versus Circular: Compare Double Pointed Needles and Circulars in Knit

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Book by Fast Knitter Lisa Gentry: I Can't Believe I'm Chain Knitting - Book Review

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Make a Cotton Crochet Flower: Crocheting a Six-Petal Floral Appliqué with Size 10 Thread

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit a Triangle Shape: Knitting a Basic Triangular Piece of Any Size

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Ripping Out Yarn in Knit: Rip Stitches Out to Reach and Correct Knitting Mistakes

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Duplicate Knit Stitch: Embellish Knitting Pieces Using a Neat and Simple Technique

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Embellishing in Crochet and Knit: Embellishment Stitches on Crochetwear & Knitwear Update Wardrobe

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Simple Knits for Beginners: Easy Knit Stitch Patterns Produce Beautiful Pieces Effortlessly

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Yarn Flow in Crochet: Make Sure Tension is Correct and Stitches Look Uniform

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Using Yellow in Design: A Most Difficult Shade to Wear and an Anomaly on the Color Wheel

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Lisa Gentry Wants Double Titles: World’s Fastest Crocheter Pursues “Fastest Knitter” Title

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Color Wheels in Knit & Crochet: Abbreviated History & Discussion of the Color Wheel in Fiber Art

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Basic Knit Stitch Patterns: Making Garter, Stockinette, Reverse-Stockinette and Seed Stitches

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Filet Crochet Technique: Easy and Quick Stitch Pattern Makes Variety of Items

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Correct Tension in Crochet: Fix Problems Associated with Crocheting Too Tightly or Loosely

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Color Wheel in Knit & Crochet: Using a Pick, Point, and Match Rainbow Selector to Choose Yarn

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Joining New Yarn in Crochet: Starting a New Ball or Skein & Hiding Loose Ends when Crocheting

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit and Crochet Wire Jewelry: A Great Book with 25 Jewelry Designs by Kate Pullen

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit or Purl Two Stitches Together: Two Methods of Decreasing in Knitting Using Knits or Purls

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knitting Increase While Purling: Increasing in Knit - Purl Twice into Same Stitch

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Increase in Knitting: The Bar Increase Method / Knit Twice into the Same Stitch

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Half Double Crochet Stitch: Crocheting a Popular Technique in Patterns and Designs

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Crochet Thread Pull-On Hat: A Free Pattern for a Universally Popular Item

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Heart Pattern in Knit: Make Appliqué or Pillow for Valentine’s Day

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Granny Circle in Crochet: Crochet Circular Grannies for a New Take on an Old Technique

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Crochet Violet Flowers: Crocheting Delicate Floral Decorations Using Bedspread Thread

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Carnation Crochet Pattern: Versatile Pattern Makes Cloud, Flower, Doll Skirt, Mop and More

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Sweater 101 Book Review: For the Knitter Who Wants to Make the Perfect Sweater

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Crochet a Clover: Make a Shamrock for St. Patrick’s Day

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Synthetic Yarn Sources: Information on the Source Fibers that Go Into Making Yarns

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Yarn Composition – Plant Sources: Information on the Source Fibers that Go into Making Yarns

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Treble Crochet Stitch: Making a Popular and one of the Fastest Stitches in Crochet

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Yarn Composition - Animal Sources: Information on the Source Fibers that Go Into Making Yarns

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Scrap Knit a Stash Scarf: Use up Leftover Yarn and Fabric to Make an Original Design

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Hiding Knit Tails and Joins: Never Have to Weave in a Color Change Tail Again with This Trick

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

English vs. Continental Style: Comparing the Two Basic Knit Techniques

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Making Heart Shapes in Crochet: Two Quick and Easy Appliqué Crochet Patterns for Valentine’s Day

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

All About The Granny Square: An All-Time Favorite Crochet Technique

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Making The Granny Square: Make An All-Time Favorite Crochet Motif

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

New Year’s Eve Knit & Crochet: Projects that Reflect Creativity and Celebrate Ringing in 2008

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Crochet Slip Stitch: Crocheting the Most Basic of all Stitches

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Crocheted Triangle Recipe: How to Make a Triangle Using Double Crochet Stitches

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Day of a Knit-Out & Crochet: Making Sure the Event Runs Smoothly from Start to Finish

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit-Out Activity Planning: Organizing Activities for a CYCA Knit and Crochet Event

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Knit-Out’s Travel Discounts: CYCA Announces Airline and Hotel Discounts at Annual Knit Out

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Planning a Local Knit-Out: General Guidelines to Sponsor a Knit and Crochet Event

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Promoting a Knit & Crochet Event: Get the Highest Attendance Through Well-Planned Promotion

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Knit-Out & Crochet Event: Craft Yarn Council Announces Knit & Crochet Event

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New Year’s Resolutions: Knitters’ & Crocheters’ Promises for 2008

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The Crocheted Oval Recipe: How to Make an Oval Using Single Crochet Stitches

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit or Crochet Leftover Materials: Use Jersey Loops, Clothing and Unique Non-Traditional Materials

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Lisa Gentry: World’s Fastest Crocheter and New Knit & Crochet Designer

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

CGOA Announces More Benefits: New National Retail Discounts Available to Crochet Guild Members

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Knit & Crochet Lessons: Give the Gift of Knowledge for Christmas

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Quick Crochet Star Accent: Add to Purchased Items for Unique Look

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Double Crochet Stitch: An Important Basic Crocheting Technique

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Christmas Eve Quick Knit & Crochet: Fastest Fiber Gifts Ever--Ready in 15 Minutes

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Purl Stitch in Knit: A Fundamental and Important Knitting Tool

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knitting Cast-On Topics: Tips and Tricks When Casting On in Knit

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Knit Swatch Tips and Tricks: Making Gauge Swatches More Useful and Accurate

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Hand Pain and Fiber Art: Prevent Injuries & Avoid Aches When Knitting or Crocheting

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Designing for Women: Knit and Crochet for Not-So-Little Girls

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit Classes at TKGA: Knitting Guild of America Offers Courses and Certification

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The Knitting Guild Association: Benefits of Belonging to the National Union of Knitters

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Knit & Crochet Gift Calendars: Unique, Productive Planners are Perfect Gifts for Fiber Artist

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Single Crochet Stitch: Making Crochet’s Most Fundamental Stitch

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Knit Stitch: The Most Fundamental Stitch in Knitting

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef: Show at the Chicago Cultural Center in Illinois

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Crochet Stocking Stuffers: Use Scrap Yarn to Make Quick and Free Christmas Gifts

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Health Benefits of Knit & Crochet: Return to Hand Needlework Reflects Longing for Stress Reduction

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Gift Ideas for Yarn Artists: Giving Creative Presents to Knitters and Crocheters

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Knit and Crochet Kits: Fantastic Pre-Planned Projects for Everyone

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The Crochet Guild of America: 2008 Design Contest Announcement

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Last Minute Knit and Crochet Xmas: Quick Christmas Gift Ideas to Make for Everyone on Your List

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit Cast On - Long Tail: The Long-Tail Method Cast-on Technique

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

The Crochet Circle Recipe: How to Start Crocheting a Circle

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Making Any Sized Crochet Circles: How to Make a Larger Circle in Crochet

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Purpose of Knit Gauge: Do Knitted Swatches Really Matter?

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knit and Crochet with Beads: The Big Trick to Combine Knitting / Crocheting and Beading

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By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Knitting as the New Yoga: Slow Down and Achieve Physical Development via Mental Strength

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