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Knitting Needles: Tools of the Trade

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 25th, 20085 comments

To a knitter, there are never enough needles. Straight, circular, bamboo, nickel plated, long, short, fat, and skinny—we need them all and then some! Here is a list of some favorites and soon-to-become favorites—once they hit the market!

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How to Make a Log Cabin Throw

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 17th, 20081 comment

This easy how-to explores the basics of modular knitting in the ultimate take-along project. The log cabin throw is fun to knit, and because it is made one square at a time, you'll have a satisfying sense of accomplishment with every square that you complete. Before you know it, you will have enough squares to complete the throw. This is a great portable project you can take to the kid’s ball game, doctor’s office, or on your next road trip.

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Luxury Large Button Wrap

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 7th, 20089 comments

Here is a project that my fellow blogger Susan Beal would love, a gorgeously thick and luxurious wrap decked out with the season's hottest embellishment: a great big button. This is an easy weekend project that'll set you up in style come Monday morning.

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Bargain Yarn Shopping – Build Your Stash for Less

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 6th, 20083 comments

Recently I blogged about the importance of buying the very best yarn that you can afford, and while I stand by that bit of advice, anyone who seriously knits knows that a great yarn can easily break your bank. Yet, where there is a will, there is a way. Here's how to find the very best yarn buys around.

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How to Make a Hand-Knit Scarf

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 5th, 20089 comments

Most of the knitters I know have an enormous stash of fabulous yarn. That's why I love this trendy, furry, knit scarf: not only does it make great use of all your overflowing single skeins, but the yarn variations make the simple stitches of this pattern look like it was made by a pro.

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Yarn Quality Comparison – Decadent to Discount

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 5th, 20082 comments

When I first started knitting I got the kind of advice that while I heard it, I didn't really take it to heart. But over the years, time and time again I learn (sometimes the hard way) why this little pearl of knitting wisdom is such a great thing to keep in mind. It's simple really—always buy the very best yarn that you can afford.

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Easy Elegant Scarf

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 4th, 20081 comment

Toss this Easy Elegant Scarf around your neck and instantly see a dreary day with new eyes. In just an evening you will have a lovely scarf to spark up any outfit! Even better, the scarf can be worn year round.

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The Big Step – Try Something New

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 3rd, 20082 comments

I sometimes think that knitting projects are like that old saying--if it's not broken don't fix it--in that if you have a project that you've made successfully, why not just make it over and over and over again? Well, for one thing it completely destroys the surprise of opening a handmade gift made by you. And, let's face it-it can also be boring. I strongly advocate branching out and applying your knitting skills to new and beautiful things.

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Welcome to the new CraftStylish.com Knitting Blog

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 2nd, 20086 comments

Ah, my dream come true–my own blog devoted to all things knitting. Like most of us knitters, I am constantly on the lookout for new yarns, sources, ideas and great resources. I admit I'm not always great at keeping track of these things for myself–but a blog? An online knitting diary bringing you all the new twists in knitting.

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Strike One, Knit Two, Strike Two, Purl Three!

MichaelaMurphy, contributor | August 29th, 2007

Stitch N’ Pitch has steadily grown since its debut in 2005 and as of this summer twenty five major league baseball teams are hosting the program with The National Needle Arts Association.

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