Wednesday, July 29, 2009

How To Make Your Own Sock Blockers

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Easy to follow instructions on how to make your own sock blockers. Forget spending all that money on retail plastic ones! We'll show you how to make yours for pocket change!

Make a set of these for your favorite knitter - great gift idea! Read more...

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Sewing - How to Tie Off Your Thread

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We've had many requests to show how to tie a knot after you finish hand sewing something. For example, after you've sewn a button back on a shirt. We've updated the How To Sew By Hand - Basic Stitches article to show this tutorial.

Please pass the link along to all your non-sewing friends! You never know when you'll get stuck in a hotel with button that needs reattaching! Read more...

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Mesh Market Bag with Cell Phone Accessory Pockets

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Check out our newest free knitting pattern for a mesh market bag with optional accessory pockets! Use it for the beach, for shopping, the gym, or for a summer purse! Read more...

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Womens Adult Socks - Simple and Quick!

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We've uploaded our latest knitting pattern - adult socks for ladies! I wrote this pattern for anyone who wants to start knitting socks with heels but wants to keep it as simple as possible. Also the top of the sock is ribbed for a better fit. Read more...

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Having trouble understanding knitting pattern abbreviations?

We just updated the Knitting and Crochet Abbreviations List. If you're working on a pattern that has you scratching your head in confusion, check out the list! Better yet, bookmark it. You never know when it will come in handy!