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Yarn Mysteries: Do You Speak Yarn?

Yarn Mysteries: Do You Speak Yarn?

WIPs, UFOs, frogging, yarn chicken and Sleeve Island—Yarn People have a language all their own. How many of these wonderfully strange knitting and crochet terms do you know?

Yarn Mysteries: Do You Speak Yarn?

WIPs, UFOs, frogging, yarn chicken and Sleeve Island—Yarn People have a language all their own. How many of these wonderfully strange knitting and crochet terms do you know?

Meet the Indie Dyer: Canon Hand Dyes — A Novel Approach to Hand-Dyed Yarn

Meet the Indie Dyer: Canon Hand Dyes — A Novel ...

Canon Hand Dyes brings books and yarn together in colorful, imaginative ways. Meet Portland indie dyer Amy Serradell and discover her literary-inspired colorways, self-striping yarns, and playful mini-skein sets.

Meet the Indie Dyer: Canon Hand Dyes — A Novel ...

Canon Hand Dyes brings books and yarn together in colorful, imaginative ways. Meet Portland indie dyer Amy Serradell and discover her literary-inspired colorways, self-striping yarns, and playful mini-skein sets.

yarn skeins project measuring tape for planning knitting and crochet yardage

How Much Yarn Do I Need?

Not sure how much yarn your next project will need? This practical guide includes easy-to-use yardage charts for every yarn weight—from lace to super bulky—so you can shop your stash,...

How Much Yarn Do I Need?

Not sure how much yarn your next project will need? This practical guide includes easy-to-use yardage charts for every yarn weight—from lace to super bulky—so you can shop your stash,...

Crochet Abbreviations Explained: A Beginner-Friendly Guide

Crochet Abbreviations Explained: A Beginner-Fri...

Crochet patterns can look like a jumble of letters until you understand the shorthand. Learn the most common crochet abbreviations, how to read instructions one step at a time, and...

Crochet Abbreviations Explained: A Beginner-Fri...

Crochet patterns can look like a jumble of letters until you understand the shorthand. Learn the most common crochet abbreviations, how to read instructions one step at a time, and...

Yarn Mysteries: Who Invented the Granny Square?

Yarn Mysteries: Who Invented the Granny Square?

Who invented the granny square? Explore the history of crochet's most iconic motif, from its Victorian origins to its modern revival, and learn why the classic granny square continues to...

Yarn Mysteries: Who Invented the Granny Square?

Who invented the granny square? Explore the history of crochet's most iconic motif, from its Victorian origins to its modern revival, and learn why the classic granny square continues to...

Meet the Indie Dyer: Why Knitters Love Hazel Knits

Meet the Indie Dyer: Why Knitters Love Hazel Knits

Hazel Knits creates beautiful hand-dyed yarn that's made to be used. Learn why Artisan Sock is a favorite for socks, shawls, sweaters, and everyday knitting projects in this edition of...

Meet the Indie Dyer: Why Knitters Love Hazel Knits

Hazel Knits creates beautiful hand-dyed yarn that's made to be used. Learn why Artisan Sock is a favorite for socks, shawls, sweaters, and everyday knitting projects in this edition of...