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In this post, we’ll explore 5 common mistakes when carrying yarn in striped knitting projects & how to avoid them for a clean, polished look

The less cutting we do on a knitting project, the less ends we will have to sew in! Learn how to carry yarn up the side of a project!

This is the second post in a three part series on Demystifying Hand-Dyed Yarns. This post will focus on tonal yarns.

Many knitters and crocheters feel their creativity rising autumn even as the world outside seems to slow down and prepare for the long rest.

Explore the unique qualities of variegated hand dyed yarn to make the most of pattern and yarn paring with your next knitting project.

In this tutorial will guide you step by step through the process of alternating skeins to ensure constant knit fabric and a stretchy edge.

Wet blocking our hand knit or hand crochet projects can feel intimidating. This step by step guide will take some of the mystery away.

Learn about tonal, variegated and speckled yarn how to work with all of them in one project!

A Free Pattern! This adorable pile of beanies features acorns formed by twisted stitches and cables.

Leah's Lace is a crescent shawl that seeks to highlight the spirit of the different dye methods used to create yarn.

This lace cowl pattern, with its repeating leaf and bundle of stems lace pattern, is my reminder for all of us that we are a part of Nature

I love rainbow, so of COURSE when planning who I will plant in my dye garden, I look for plants that can yield a full rainbow of color.

A top down bandana style cowl featuring herringbone stitch knit flat and in the round - with short rows!

The realization that I could be introducing someone who would threaten the habitat and home of those I care about by planting the wrong seed

Learn to knit the herringbone stitch. Herringbone is a beautiful fabric but it does have some rules. Learn the basics of Herringbone stitch

Growing & Wildcrafting Natural Plant Dye

This top down, triangle shaped shawl uses simple lace and introductory mosaic stitches mimicking pebbles and waves. No purling required!

A moment of gratitude, hope and determination.

A Gnome Hat - forever FREE Knitting Pattern from Sun Daughter Knits

The Knit Sister Design Diary Get Your Copy of The Autumn Waves Wrap Now! Autumn seems to come on in waves. First the crisp mornings hint...