There are a few considerations to designing for children which differ from designing for adults, but it's SO much fun.

When I think of knitted art, I think of the intricate stitches and harmonious colors that go into designing a truly unique and impressive

The Yarn Journal has created an insightful map of Scottish Bred Wool showing over 50 farms, crofts and others. This 2-page map lists...

Find out key elements needed to design sleeveless knitwear tops and what knitters should consider when selecting a sleeveless tee pattern.

It's that time of year when the fashion shows are walking more sweaters down the runway! After watching so many sweaters appear, certain...

I'm super excited to be teaching two design-related classes at Next Level Knitting Conference in April 2024. Writing Patterns Learn the...

If you've ever knitted a sweater in superwash yarn, finished binding off and smiled because it looks so awesome, then blocked and thought...

Peach Fuzz has been announced as Pantone’s 2024 color of the year! Neutrals are trending so strong now, that it makes sense that the 2024...

Herringbone has a distinct, polished look and is easily recognized in the sewing, knitting, and fashion worlds. Visually, it looks like...

Double Decreases are a hallmark of lace knitting and are also used in highly textured stitch patterns. There is usually more than one...

Set-in sleeves give such a tailored look to a sweater! How you seam the sleeve makes a big difference in the final appearance. Follow...

Substituting yarn can be done with great success, but there's more to it than finding another yarn of the same weight.

h+h americas is holding their 2nd annual wholesale trade show in Chicago June 21-23, 2023. It's open to everyone working in the crafts...

I often knitters asked if they like to knit cables or colorwork, as if they're always two different things. I’m guilty of this myself. ...

One of the biggest frustrations with knitting garments in a superwash yarn or in a lace pattern, is not ending up with the proper length.

We don't often talk about death, but the thought has crossed my mind, that if I died suddenly, what would happen to my knitting? Not my...

Are you ready to take your knitting to the next level? I'm teaching two classes at the 2023 Next Level Knitting Conference, which is...

Viva Magenta has been announced as the 2023 color of the year! What does that mean for knitters? Expect to see sweater and accessory...

Brioche is a favorite type of slip stitch knitting for so many knitters! It's a hybrid of 1x1 ribbing and double knitting. It is not...

Adding a hood to a knitted garment can be practical, fun, and create an interesting look. A hood can be an extension of the body that...