Repetitive strain injuries are some of the leading causes of pain and swelling in the hobby. Maybe you’re familiar with them. Whether you’re just sitting down to your first pattern…

Sometimes you find yourself in a pickle, with no crochet hook but an amazing knitting pattern you just have to start right away. Or, sometimes curiosity might just get the…

It happens to the best of us. We might take care to separate our whites, colors, regular wash, and sensitive garments before loading our washing machines, but some things cross…

If you knit or crochet, you are likely to have tons of pieces of scrap yarn lying about. Either from cuttings or leftover bits that you can’t use. There have…

So many of us crafters use acrylic yarn. It is affordable, versatile, and durable. Most of our wooly accessories and clothes are made from acrylic yarn, so we don’t question…

There are many constants in the arts and crafts world. However, there’s one true variable when it comes to just about any pattern or design: choosing the best yarn for…

It’s yet another night and you’re sitting down with your favorite patterns and designs. However, the end result is almost like clockwork: your hands start to experience sharp, stabbing pains…

Knitting is seen as a super relaxing and rewarding hobby. We associate it with comfortable time spent on the couch, watching a movie and creating a beautiful woolen piece.  However,…

Yes – your favorite hobby, craft, and pastime might actually help you burn off some calories. How amazing does that sound? We burn calories quite easily. While it might not…

Cable knitting, if done right, can result in a beautiful piece of knitted work. Cable knitting can be tricky at first, but once you get the hang of it, and…