“Properly practiced, knitting soothes the troubled spirit, and it doesn’t hurt the untroubled spirit either.” — Elizabeth Zimmermann Summer equals Knitting Occasionally—if not often—one becomes …
Knitting During Summer: 2025
Knitting and Crocheting
Slow Fashion Chronicles: A Trip to the Library
“Libraries serve as beacons of unfiltered knowledge. In a time where information can be suppressed or altered, they stand resilient, offering every reader a chance …
Slow Fashion Chronicles: Black Cardigan Work in Progress
“I don’t believe in consumerism. I believe in investing in beautiful things, responsibly made, that you’ll love forever.” — Bay Garnett Patience is a Virtue …
Jo-Ann is Closing? What Now?
“The best time to support small businesses is always today.” — Gisele Barreto Fetterman Chapter 11 Bankruptcy On January 15th, 2025, Jo-Ann filed Chapter 11 …
The Running Stitch
The running stitch is one of the simplest and most versatile hand stitches in sewing, making it an essential technique for both beginners and seasoned …
Sewing Basics: The Back Stitch
The back stitch is a robust and versatile hand stitch prized for its durability and precision, making it a staple in both garment construction and …
The Necessary Evil of Frogging
“There’s great value to knitting or digging up your garden or chopping up vegetables for soup, because you’re taking some time away from turning the …
10 Reasons to Use Up Your Stash and Scrap Yarn
“There’s great value to knitting or digging up your garden or chopping up vegetables for soup, because you’re taking some time away from turning the …
The Dot Stitch
The Dot Stitch Description The dot stitch is a textured knitting pattern that creates small, raised dots on the fabric. It is simple yet decorative and …
The Feather Lace Stitch
Feather Lace Stitch Description The feather lace stitch is a lacy stitch that appears like falling feathers in a triangular rhythm. It is simpler than …