Eyelet & Lace Stitches
Eyelet and lace knit stitches are a beautiful way to add delicate detail and visual interest to your knitting projects. By combining simple techniques like yarn overs and decreases, you…
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Trinity Stitch
Trinity Stitch, also known as the Bramble Stitch (UK) creates a raised texture using increase/decrease variations on Knit & Purl stitches. We generate this effect by alternating between a (knit…
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14 Reasons to Start Knitting with Cashmere Yarn
If you’re looking for a high-quality yarn that will deliver a beautifully finished product, cashmere is an excellent choice. Cashmere yarn is also very strong and durable, making it perfect…
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10 Amazing Reasons Wool Yarn is the Best for Your Next Project
Wool knitting yarn is a type of yarn that is made from the hair of sheep. It is a natural fiber and is therefore biodegradable. Wool yarn is warm, durable,…
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Knitting Yarn
There is a wide variety of knitting yarn that you can use for your projects! And the yarn you choose for your project is as vital to its success as…
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Dyeing Yarn: Add Color and Creativity to Your Knitting Projects
Dyeing yarn is a fascinating process that allows knitters and fiber enthusiasts to add a personal touch to their projects! If you are looking to create unique color combinations, match a specific…
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Advantages of Knitting with Acrylic Yarn
You either love it or hate it! Acrylic yarn is a man-made fiber, formed of polymers created from petroleum products, otherwise known as crude oil. Even though it has not…
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The Top Advantages of Using Cotton Yarn in Your Next Project
When it comes to choosing yarn for your next project, there are countless options available. However, one of the most versatile and popular choices is cotton. Cotton is a natural fiber that…
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Box Stitch
The Box stitch is a pretty straightforward to knit member of the Knit & Purl Stitch family and creates a lovely raised bumpy texture. The stitch is similar in appearance…
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Left Diagonal Stitch
The Left Diagonal Stitch uses repeating patterns of knit and purl stitches to create a cascading domino texture. This stitch is particularly suited to items such as pillow case covers….