Knitting and Crocheting

So you’ve ventured into the world of sock knitting. While knitting socks is certainly intimidating for a beginner, there are so many different techniques, styles, and designs that you can…

If you love crafting with yarn, you’ve probably heard of the term “yarn weight” thrown around. The world of yarn weights can be confusing, and there are even different standards…

Crocheting a blanket is an ambitious, often time-consuming project that can require a lot of yarn. For those who are crocheting their first blankets, it’s often daunting to visit a…

There are many different types of fabric out there, but most fabrics fall under two main types, either knit or woven fabric. Understanding the two different types of fabrics can…

Acrylic yarn is the most popular and affordable material for knitting and crocheting. It is available in almost every color and texture, so if you are an avid knitter or…

Have you ever tried crocheting in low light? Bad idea! You can’t see where your stitches should go, and your eyes have to work extra hard to spot the next…

Worsted and Aran are two terms that often get mixed up. Both terms refer to medium-weight yarn that has very similar looks, but did you know that they’re actually two…

One of the joys of diving into a new hobby or craft is building up a storage of materials for that craft. Whether it’s scrapbook paper and stickers for paper…

Crochet stitch counters are must-have accessories, especially for those using patterns. Whether crocheting as a hobby or professionally, the counters should be on your to-buy list if not already in…

Blankets are probably the easiest item to crochet, especially for beginners, but they are often very intimidating projects because of how long it takes to finish them. Every crocheter has…