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.

The Joy of Knitting Socks

Socks are a joy to knit: they make for small, manageable, and portable projects. Many knitters carry a sock project with them at all times in case you have to wait at the doctor’s office or get stuck in traffic.

Socks are super useful and wearable. Knitting socks is enjoyable twice: knitting and wearing. Read our blog to find out about sock yarn, needles, and patterns —- and start knitting socks.

KnittingElisabeth DrummJune 29, 2020knitting yarn, sock yarn, socks, Opal, double point needles, opal, knitting needles, knitting loveComment

The Joy of Knitting Together

People like to share their interests with like-minded others and knitters are no different. Knit Alongs and Mystery Knit Alongs are a way to knit and be part of a community. It is great fun to share one’s progress and offer support and encouragement to others.

KnittingElisabeth DrummJune 22, 2020knitting yarn, MKAL, ravelry, community, knitting together, mystery, Crochet Along, CAL, KALComment

Blocking Cotton Yarn - Myths Debunked

Cotton yarn blocks extremely well and retains its shape beautifully. Not convinced? Try our 100% cotton yarns; they are are truly different “animal.”

YarnElisabeth DrummJune 15, 2020cotton, myths, knitting yarn, blocking, drape, lace, shape Comment

Knitting with Cotton - Myths Debunked

I love knitting with cotton. It is an amazingly soft and resilient material. Don’t believe me? Our yarns are a completely different “animal.” Try them and let me convince you.

YarnElisabeth DrummJune 9, 2020cotton, myths, knitting yarn, skin-soft, hypoallergenicComment