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    Knit green! Rustic yarn from nature.

    Knit green! Rustic yarn from nature.

    Sometimes, inspiration comes from unexpected places. That's exactly what happened to me this week while searching for yarn for breezy summer knits. My quest took a surprising turn... leading me...

    Knit green! Rustic yarn from nature.

    Sometimes, inspiration comes from unexpected places. That's exactly what happened to me this week while searching for yarn for breezy summer knits. My quest took a surprising turn... leading me...

    Sleeve-shortening guide for top-down sweaters.

    Sleeve-shortening guide for top-down sweaters.

    Ever love a sweater pattern but wished it had shorter sleeves for warmer weather? You’re not alone! Many knitters (including my talented test knitters*) enjoy adapting long-sleeve designs into short-sleeve...

    Sleeve-shortening guide for top-down sweaters.

    Ever love a sweater pattern but wished it had shorter sleeves for warmer weather? You’re not alone! Many knitters (including my talented test knitters*) enjoy adapting long-sleeve designs into short-sleeve...

    Linen yarn essentials for beginners.

    Linen yarn essentials for beginners.

    Summer is just around the corner, and we’re dreaming of airy, breezy knits. Linen yarn might be the perfect choice with its beautiful strength, drape, and stunning texture. However, linen...

    Linen yarn essentials for beginners.

    Summer is just around the corner, and we’re dreaming of airy, breezy knits. Linen yarn might be the perfect choice with its beautiful strength, drape, and stunning texture. However, linen...

    Elegant stripes and easy cables

    Elegant stripes and easy cables

    I'm thrilled to introduce the Daydream Zephyr Sweater, my newest pattern designed specifically for relaxing summer knits. Here's what makes the Daydream Zephyr so special: Effortless knitting: Stockinette stitch in the round...

    Elegant stripes and easy cables

    I'm thrilled to introduce the Daydream Zephyr Sweater, my newest pattern designed specifically for relaxing summer knits. Here's what makes the Daydream Zephyr so special: Effortless knitting: Stockinette stitch in the round...

    Essential tips for plant-based yarn substitutions

    Essential tips for plant-based yarn substitutions

    Picture this: You've found the dream summer knit pattern that seems perfect for warm weather. But then you see it calls for wool yarn, which can be a bit too...

    Essential tips for plant-based yarn substitutions

    Picture this: You've found the dream summer knit pattern that seems perfect for warm weather. But then you see it calls for wool yarn, which can be a bit too...

    Wish I knew this before I ruined my wool sweaters (How to save yours!)

    Wish I knew this before I ruined my wool sweate...

    "Why did it shrink?!" "Why did it stretch so much?!" We've likely all experienced the heartbreak of opening the washing machine to find a beloved wool sweater transformed into a...

    Wish I knew this before I ruined my wool sweate...

    "Why did it shrink?!" "Why did it stretch so much?!" We've likely all experienced the heartbreak of opening the washing machine to find a beloved wool sweater transformed into a...