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...

As a team of avid makers, we are huge fans of working with natural fibers. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, choosing natural fibers like wool, cotton and linen can elevate your experience and produce beautiful, long-lasting pieces. In this post, we'll explore the advantages of using natural fibers and offer tips for choosing the right natural yarns for your next project....

For knitters who want to give their projects a dash of color and character, variegated yarns are a popular choice. Variegated yarns are an exciting way to add depth and complexity to your knitting because of their eye-catching color combinations and unique blends. Yet, beginners may find it difficult to knit with variegated yarns since the color variations occasionally create unexpected results. We'll...

Maintaining the look of ribbing when you are increasing can be tricky. Half fisherman's rib in particular creates a thick, squishy fabric that makes for an extra cozy garment or accessory, but requires a slightly different increase method. In this video tutorial, we show how to create an increase in half fisherman's rib. Don't forget the yarn over during your increase so that when you've completed the...

Half fisherman's rib is a classic take on traditional ribbing and creates a thick, squishy fabric that makes for an extra cozy garment or accessory. In this video tutorial, we show how to knit a half fisherman's rib - also known as the Shaker's Stitch - worked flat.   Half fisherman's rib will work up wider than traditional ribbing and take more rows to reach any...

We’ve provided an overview of the types of tools and materials you’ll run into during your crafting journey below, but ultimately, the best needle or hook is the one that works for you! The tool that allows you to create the projects you want in a comfortable fashion is going to be your best option.

Normally, we are working stitches through the front loop or the part of the stitch that is on on the side of the needle closest to you. Sometimes a pattern will tell you to knit or purl through the back loop. In the video tutorial below, we show how to knit through the back loop, how to purl through the back loop, and how...