Helix or helical stitching creates interlocking spirals of single-row stripes with no perceptible beginning and no jogs between stripes. The helix can be created with two or more colors and requires no twisting to keep the yarns connected and stitches even. Beyond beautiful, seamless stripes, this method of stitching is also a neat and tidy way to alternate skeins of hand-dyed yarn. The...

Do you love working with hand-dyed yarn? Have you ever had a noticeable color shift in your project when changing skeins? Strongly dislike the jog between your stripes when you're working in the round? We've compiled these tips, tricks and techniques to help address some of these challenges! The beauty of hand-dyed yarns is that they are truly unique and one-of-a-kind. The challenge for multi-skein projects...

Are you new to Tunisian crochet? Want to know what you must have to get started? Which tools you'll need to attempt your first project? Don't worry - we've got you covered! The beauty of yarn crafting is that it doesn't take much to make something special. Sure, there are oodles of tools and accessories that Tunisian crocheters use for various techniques or...

Winter is traditionally prime crafting time because the rhythms of life slow down and we are inside more hours of the day. It's also colder outside and most fibers are great at keeping us warm and toasty! There is a period of winter, however, (typically when the holidays are over and the nights are still long) when the gray days start to blend together and...

Crochet patterns and charts can seem intimidating to a beginner crocheter, but they are actually quite simple once you know how to read them. Here are some tips to help you get started: Know the Abbreviations: Crochet patterns use abbreviations to save space and make the instructions easier to read. Familiarize yourself with common crochet abbreviations before starting a new project. Read the...

Knitting is a wonderful hobby that can be both relaxing and challenging. As you gain experience, you may want to explore the art of colorwork – using different colors to create intricate designs and patterns. Colorwork is a fantastic way to spice up your knitting, whether you're making a scarf, cap, sweater, or anything else. There are several different techniques for incorporating color...

Starting out with crochet can be a little overwhelming if you've never done it before. It's difficult to figure out where to begin since there are so many different stitches and techniques to learn. But don't worry, you can learn to crochet quickly with a little effort. It's a fun and rewarding hobby. These are 10 simple crochet stitches for beginners to get...

Starting out with a new hobby like knitting can be exciting, but it can also be frustrating when things don't go as planned. Beginner knitters frequently make errors along the road, but the good news is that many of these errors can be quickly corrected with a little perseverance and the appropriate tools. We'll examine some of the most typical knitting errors in...