Knitting designer Mona Zillah creates beautiful lace patterns. Find out how she got started and where she finds her inspirations in our blog post.

KnittingElisabeth DrummJuly 28, 2020social knitting, knitting design, MKAL, mystery knit along, designer, laceComment

The Joy of Fiber Festivals

Knitters love fiber festivals and we miss them. Thanks to the pandemic this year, all spring festivals were cancelled and there is a chance that there will be no fall events either. Read what it takes to become a vendor and what goes on behind the scenes. Also, read a perspective from a non-knitting accompanying spouse.

Fiber FestivalElisabeth DrummJuly 21, 2020knitting yarn, knitting love, social knitting, event, fiber festival, fiber show, in personComment

Fairy Tale Knitting

Knitting is the stuff of fairy tales. Read the modern version of “The Princess and the Pea”. And, yes, it has knitting in it.

Knitting is Good for Your Health

Knitters know that knitting is good for our health. Now there is scientific proof that this is indeed true. Knitting lowers one’s blood pressure, helps with anxiety, provides comfort and eases the sense of loneliness.

How can a de facto solitary activity provide a sense of belonging and purpose? Find out in our blog post.