Feet sweat, socks need to wick away moisture to feel (and smell) good. Nothing beats wool. It absorbs up to one-third of its weight in moisture before it feels moist. Some knitters prefer cotton sock yarns, but these don’t absorb moisture. Plant fibers are good if you’re allergic to...
You could also use tonal yarn for a more subtle, grown-up, but still eye-catching look. Alternatively, just use a solid color if you want that minimalist look! There are no hard and fast rules for the color of a basic winter hat. We love these yarns for knitting basic hats: The ...
Knitters know that there are as many different kinds of yarn as there are types of knitters. Some yarn is simple and durable, other yarn is meant to make a statement. Novelty yarn is a relatively new trend that has enabled a variety of new looks for knitters who prefer to depart from...
Learn what yarn hanks are, their different shapes, and what to know so you feel comfortable knitting or crocheting with one.
Be warned that knitting can be highly addictive, especially if you have access to a goodyarn store; but it can be put to good use. Hand-knitted gifts are often greatly appreciated, and you can also donate knitted goods to charitable organizations who will distribute them to people in need....
activities as a book club or poetry group can lead to insight. There seems to be an upsurge lately in the domestic arts, thoughtful activities that slow us down. One day I had three women—strangers who had never met—in my waiting room talking about picking out yarns for knitting!
This section is for extremely fine yarns, which are used more often for crochet doilies and very open lacy shawls. Machine knitting with one strand might present some difficulties in knitting off the needles. The standard gauge knitting machines should use their fine knit bar. ...
A convenient size for traveling and small to large projects. They’re smooth but still have a good grip. Some experienced drag on the aluminum length of the needle. The paint can wear off/chip, but this is rare. Signature needles are luxurious knitting needles, a joy to work with, and ...
Who are you kidding? You knit in your sleep. YOu can't even count sheep to get to sleep because the wool makes you think of yarn and then you get too excited to sleep. You are a knitting machine. See, you just need some drill sargenting and/or a motivational speech. Or just get...
double knitting (DK), it's the third thinnest yarn after lace and baby weight yarns, and just under worsted in thickness. This yarn is typically knitted with medium sized knitting needles and crocheted with a medium sized crochet hook. There are many different kinds of sport weight yarns, ...