The Everyday Raglan: An Easy Beginner Pattern
This month is the release of the long-awaited Everyday Raglan pattern! I’m so excited for this pattern, not only because it’s the culmination of a lot of hard work, but because raglans are just so darn...
View ArticleWhat Can 1 Skein of Martta the Merino Make?
One of the reasons we decided to carry Tjockt’s Martta the Merino yarn is because of it’s incredible yardage. Just one skein can make a big fluffy cowl, a playful pom pom scarf or two hats – one for...
View ArticleHow We Made the KNIT Tee
The KNIT tee has been a long time coming! It took a lot of work perfecting it, from choosing the right fabric and the right fit to pondering the best placement of the four letters that spell out KNIT....
View ArticleSeed Stitch Scarf and Cowl Pattern – Customised for Any Yarn!
Recently, I’ve gotten a lot of requests for easy stitch patterns for beginner knitters. In fact, if you’re reading this, there’s a good chance that you’re also a beginner knitter! So, beginners – I’ve...
View ArticleStyle Trends: Chunky Knit Scarves
This super easy garter stitch scarf was knit with two skeins of Martta the Merino in color Pearl. Yum! It seems like every winter when the weather turns from brisk to seriously cold, big, chunky...
View ArticleFree Printable Gift Tags for Knitters
Are you gifting any handknits this holiday season? If you answered yes, then good job spreading the knitting love! Next question: are you including a care tag for your gifted knit? No? Whaddya mean...
View ArticleHow to Knit a Scarf for Beginners
Learning how to knit a scarf can seem hard if you’re a total beginner. There are two needles to move around, and yarn that looks like it could snag into knots. It looks intimidating! But the truth is...
View Article9-Inch Mini Circular Needle Review: Life-changing or Nah?
Incredibly tiny circular needles. “Is this a needle for ants?” (obligatory Zoolander reference) The shortest standard circular needle is 16 inches. But did you know that even smaller circular needles...
View Article6 Surprising Health Benefits of Knitting
In addition to being fun and creative, knitting has health benefits. It reduces stress, jumpstarts literacy, and reforms inmates. Studies show that knitting can even keep Alzheimer’s at bay! Who...
View Article9 Knitting Tips You Need to Know (in 2019)
I’ve been knitting for over 15 years, and during that time I’ve benefited from a lot of shared knitting tips and tricks. Some were borne out of a combination of desperation and ingenuity. Others...
View ArticleFree Printable Holiday Gift Tags for Knitters
These free printable gift tags add a cheerful (and useful!) touch to your hand-knit gifts. If you’ve taken the time to knit something for a loved one, you’ll want to ensure that they care for their...
View ArticleHow We Made the KNIT Tee
The KNIT tee has been a long time coming! It took a lot of work perfecting it, from choosing the right fabric and the right fit to pondering the best placement of the four letters that spell out KNIT....
View ArticleSeed Stitch Scarf and Cowl Pattern – Customised for Any Yarn!
Recently, I’ve gotten a lot of requests for easy stitch patterns for beginner knitters. In fact, if you’re reading this, there’s a good chance that you’re also a beginner knitter! So, beginners – I’ve...
View ArticleStyle Trends: Chunky Knit Scarves
This super easy garter stitch scarf was knit with two skeins of Martta the Merino in color Pearl. Yum! It seems like every winter when the weather turns from brisk to seriously cold, big, chunky...
View ArticleFree Printable Gift Tags for Knitters
Are you gifting any handknits this holiday season? If you answered yes, then good job spreading the knitting love! Next question: are you including a care tag for your gifted knit? No? Whaddya mean...
View ArticleHow to Knit a Scarf for Beginners
Learning how to knit a scarf can seem hard if you’re a total beginner. There are two needles to move around, and yarn that looks like it could snag into knots. It looks intimidating! But the truth is...
View Article9-Inch Mini Circular Needle Review: Life-changing or Nah?
Incredibly tiny circular needles. “Is this a needle for ants?” (obligatory Zoolander reference) The shortest standard circular needle is 16 inches. But did you know that even smaller circular needles...
View Article6 Surprising Health Benefits of Knitting
In addition to being fun and creative, knitting has health benefits. It reduces stress, jumpstarts literacy, and reforms inmates. Studies show that knitting can even keep Alzheimer’s at bay! Who...
View ArticleHow to Save Money on Yarn (and Knitting Supplies)
While knitting is therapeutic and creative, it can also be an expensive craft. But knitting doesn’t have to break the bank. In this post I’ll share my nine favourite tips to save money on yarn and...
View ArticleCan I DIY a Longchamp Bag?
The minute I saw the Longchamp Le Pliage Filet bag on an episode of Emily in Paris, I knew I needed to recreate it. Thus followed a weeks-long attempt to DIY the bag. My final creation was not exactly...
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