Have you ever found the perfect stitch for a blanket, or even a sweater, but can’t find a pattern to get you started? I’m going to show you how, with the power of gauge, YOU can be the one to bring that pattern to life! I’ll go ahead and pop the gauge swatch calculator here …
Have you ever fallen completely in love with a crochet stitch? That’s exactly what happened to me with the linen stitch. Once I started working with it, I simply couldn’t stop! And I know I’m not alone in this obsession. What Makes the Linen Stitch Special? The linen stitch (also known as the moss stitch) …
Hey crafty friends! So you’ve been creating gorgeous knit and crochet designs, and everyone keeps asking “Do you sell your patterns?” Let’s talk about how to actually make that happen quickly and easily – with no upfront cost! First Things First: Learning to Write Patterns You know how you wouldn’t try writing a novel without …
Brand new to knitting? Here are three projects you can start today! Maybe every member of your family has already received a rectangular scarf (or two, or three) and you’re ready to branch out and try other shapes. In this blog post, and corresponding YouTube tutorial, I’m demonstrating the EASIEST way to knit a triangle, …
The New Way to Start Crochet: Stretchy, Sturdy Foundation Chain I think I discovered a whole new way to begin our crochet projects. You may be familiar with the “foundation single crochet” but something about it never worked great for me. I had a hard time maintaining even tension in the chain itself with the …
In With The Old AND With The New: Harnessing AI to Brainstorm Product Ideas for Your Crochet or Knitting Etsy Shop Dear yarnie friends with entrepreneurial spirits, I’m sure you’ve heard some buzz lately about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and, specifically, ChatGPT. Maybe you thought it was useful for programmers or content writers but not for …
We sure do love yarn don’t we? Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a budding knitter, choosing the right yarn for your project is essential. While a love of yarn unites crafters worldwide, did you know that the terminology used to describe yarn weight categories can vary even between English speaking regions? Yes, it’s true! …
If you’ve racked up one too many fixed circular needles or realized mid-sweater pattern that you don’t have the right needle size, you may be thinking its time for a full set of interchangeable knitting needles. But, what an investment! Going from buying one needle at a time to buying an entire set of nine …
Don’t let its intricate appearance fool you – the pineapple stitch may look complex at first glance, but with the right approach, this beautiful lace pattern can become a manageable and enjoyable crochet technique. Once you understand how these elements work together, you’ll be able to “read” your work and anticipate what comes next, making …
I love a good granny square! And I think this spiral, 4 color granny square is the most eye-catching of them all. You may have seen other tutorials for spiral squares out there but the construction of this one is a little bit different. I had a hard time finding a spiral granny square method …