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1,000-Strand Extreme Knitting

Tina Hilton, contributor | January 6th, 20092 comments

Fiber artist Rachel John takes knitting to the limit in this breathtaking video.

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Coats and Clark Introduces RedHeart.com

Linda Permann, contributor | January 5th, 20092 comments

If you're looking for a treasure trove of free knit and crochet patterns, this is it!

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More Crochet Art: Allyson Mitchell's Granny Square Wreck Room

Linda Permann, contributor | January 2nd, 20093 comments

Artist Allyson Mitchell reclaims abandoned textiles to create modern art.

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Ease into the New Year: How to Make a Simply Sophisticated Spa-Style Washcloth

Tina Hilton, contributor | January 1st, 20093 comments

If you have avoided knitting the ubiquitous washcloth, here is your opportunity to knit up a new version of the old standby.

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How to Line a Knit or Crocheted Hat

Linda Permann, contributor | December 31st, 20085 comments

Keep your ears warm and your forehead itch-free by lining your hat with a fleece band. I'll show you how, step by step.

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Crafted Out

Jennifer Worick, contributor | December 29th, 20083 comments

The gift wrap has been fed to the fire, bits of ribbon squirreled away for reuse, and all the handmade gifts distributed. What’s a crafter to do?

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Lots of Handspun Yarn, All in One Place

Linda Permann, contributor | December 28th, 2008

Material Whirled sells handspun yarn by a number of designers, all in the same spot.

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Crafting Is Thriving...Is It the Economy or Is It Because of the Fringe Benefits?

Jennifer Stern, contributor | December 26th, 20082 comments

Hey, CraftStylish readers...you're in good company. The New York Times reports that sales at big craft stores like Michael's are up! And, on that day in September when the stock market plunged sharply, Etsy had record sales. But is it just because of the economy? Maybe more people are discovering our secret!

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Just in Time Stole: Whip Up a Sexy, Lacy Wrap to Ring in the New Year

Tina Hilton, contributor | December 25th, 20083 comments

A wrap made of a glitzy yarn is the perfect way to ramp up the style volume!

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Stripe Generator

Caitlin Channing, editor | December 18th, 20081 comment

Become your own designer with this helpful tool from the Biscuits & Jam blog.

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Dare to Make It Knit-Along: An Easy Little Cardi, Part Four

Tina Hilton, contributor | December 18th, 20082 comments

Congratulations, you have made it to the final week and will finish up your new favorite sweater!

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Town and County Knitting in England: A Trip to Two Very Different Yarn Stores

Tina Hilton, contributor | December 16th, 2008

Within 24 hours, I visited one very trendy London yarn mecca and a wool/haberdashery shop in the small town of Hinkley.

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Experimental Recycled Sleeve Dyeing with Food Dyes

Lee Meredith, contributor | December 14th, 20087 comments

Holiday gift countdown: 10 days. Use the sleeve of a recycled wool sweater to dye some experimental yarn with Kool-Aid or food coloring. A perfect gift for your knitting loved one!

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How to Make Bottle-Cap Buttons for Knit Slippers

Lee Meredith, contributor | December 13th, 2008

Holiday gift countdown: 1-1/2 weeks. Download a free pattern for simple Mary Jane-style knit booties, then make personalized buttons from bottle caps for your beer- or soda-loving recipient!

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Dare to Make It Knit-Along: An Easy Little Cardi, Part Three

Tina Hilton, contributor | December 11th, 20083 comments

You're almost there! Welcome to week three of the knit-along. In this penultimate week, we will shape as we go: The three-quarter-length sleeves are easy and so sleek.

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How to Make a Cable-Knit Scarf in a Weekend

Sally Bock, contributor | December 4th, 20088 comments

Here is the perfect knitting project (for every skill level) to curl up with for a few days. Cast on Friday night and by Sunday evening you’ll have a gorgeous gift to cross off of your list.

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