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Three Fun Spool-Knitting Crafts to Try

Sister_Diane, contributor | August 8th, 20083 comments

If you're a fan of spool-knitting (or I-cord, as it's also called), then you'll like these fun and quick little projects. If you're new to spool-knitting, it's a snap to learn.

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The Four Grand Prize Winners of The Tote-ally Crafty Bag Challenge Are...

MichaelaMurphy, contributor | August 8th, 20082 comments

Wow and Whew! The challenge continued long after the deadline--it was extremely difficult to pick just four grand prize winners but we finally did and here they are...drum roll please

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Addictive Knittingâ��An Entrelac Workshop

Tina_Hilton, contributor | August 7th, 20082 comments

Entrelac's lovely basketweave design is not as difficult as you think and is great for using up your odd bits and pieces of leftover yarn.

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Your Yarn Inventory—To Slash or to Stash?

Tina_Hilton, contributor | August 7th, 20085 comments

Don’t let the fiber we love and cherish take over. Examine your yarn collection to determine if you are a sensible saver or an incurable obsessive-compulsive hoarder.

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How to Crochet a Button

LindaPermann, contributor | August 6th, 200810 comments

Cover up your boring brown buttons with crochet! They make a great finishing accent to hats and sweaters, but they also look great on noncrocheted garments.

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Crafting on a Budget

Cranky_Daphne, contributor | August 5th, 20083 comments

Want to try something new without breaking the bank? Hoping to professionally finish your dress seams without buying a serger? Try these tips for starting or finishing projects spending a fortune.

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Free Crocheted Wrap Pattern from Robyn Chachula

LindaPermann, contributor | August 4th, 20082 comments

Knitting Daily TV is offering this gorgeous wrap pattern for free! Get a head start before the show airs.

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How to Host a Fun and Fancy Craft Swap

Jen_W, contributor | August 4th, 2008

A craft swap is a great way to socialize with other craftanistas, AND get an infusion of new materials.

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Hot New Knitting Television Series Launched

Tina_Hilton, contributor | August 3rd, 2008

Knitting Daily TV offers a fresh, interactive appproach for needlearts devotees.

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The Original Eco-Friendly Yarn

Tina_Hilton, contributor | July 31st, 20081 comment

For generations, folks in the Appalachian Mountains in western North Carolina have been creating beautiful dyes to color their hand spun wool yarns. North Carolina native Dede Styles follows in the footsteps of her ancestors with the age-old process of coloring yarns with elements from nature.

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Knit a Homerun for the Hometeam: A Stitch 'N Pitch Update

MichaelaMurphy, contributor | July 30th, 20081 comment

Stitch'N Pitch sponsored by TNNA brings two great American pastimes into play: knitting and baseball. Here is some info on how you can get in on the action.

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Knitting with Color - And Sampling New Colors with Duplicate Stitch

Cranky_Daphne, contributor | July 29th, 2008

Next time your colorwork isn’t quite going according to plan, don’t rip—duplicate-stitch! You can test out alternate colorways in fair isle or even intarsia by using a knitting embroidery technique that'll save you swatching time and help you decide the best way to use your colors.

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Last Minute Gift to Make-Woven Ribbon Scarf

Tina_Hilton, contributor | July 29th, 20083 comments

Create this easy and elegant scarf for a special last minute gift. The recipient will never guess you whipped up this artsy little number in a day!

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Calling All Crafters: Vickie Howell Wants You!

LindaPermann, contributor | July 28th, 2008

Knitter Vickie Howell is seeking crafter profiles for her latest book. Here's how to submit your profile for consideration.

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Investing in Yarn?: Martha's Vineyard Fiber Farm

LindaPermann, contributor | July 25th, 20081 comment

Check out Etsy's handmade Portrait of Susan Gibbs, the owner of Martha's Vineyard Fiber Farm, a yarn farm operating on the CSA model.

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Big Needles + Big Yarn = Fast Projects

Tina_Hilton, contributor | July 25th, 20084 comments

Feel the need for speed? Check out these resources for a big needle project that you can complete in no time.

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The Electric Kool-Aid Dyeing Test: Psychedelic Sock Yarn Dyeing Is a Blast

Tina_Hilton, contributor | July 24th, 20081 comment

Kool-Aid is a fun, inexpensive way to dye wool sock yarn. Not only do you achieve rainbow bright colors, but it also takes you back to one of the great aromas of childhood!

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Repurpose, Recycle, and Reuse: Cutting Edge Creations From Cast-off Sweaters

Tina_Hilton, contributor | July 23rd, 20085 comments

Don’t toss those old wool sweaters! Use your creative genius to create eco-savvy objects on the progressive side of cool.

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A Capitol Trendsetter: Knitting Hip in DC with Marie Connolly

Tina_Hilton, contributor | July 23rd, 2008

This knitting mogul personifies the concept of multitasking with style and grace. It appears that she seamlessly manages her three-store creative empire with two kids (soon to be three), a patient husband, and her publishing pursuits.

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Sew Buttons Securely on Hand Knits

Cranky_Daphne, contributor | July 22nd, 20083 comments

Do your buttons fall off your knitwear? Can you find the perfect buttons for your sweater…and sew them on? The key may be in your sewing basket, not your knitting notions.

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