The Best First Sweater to Knit: Understanding Shapes, Construction, and Fit
If you’ve been knitting for a while, chances are the idea of knitting your first sweater has crossed your mind. Maybe you’ve admired sweaters on social media, seen beautiful samples at your local yarn shop, or watched a friend proudly wear something they knit themselves. And then the little voice kicks in: “A sweater? That […]
New Year, New Knitting Skills: What Do You Want to Learn This Year?
Every January, knitters everywhere make the same declaration: “This is the year I’m finally knitting a sweater.” Of course, that’s a wonderful goal, and we have many sweater classes for you to explore. And while I love a good sweater as much as anyone, I want to offer you a different way to think about […]
2025 Holiday Knitting Gift Guide: Part 2 — Best Knitting Books & Online Classes for Every Knitter
Welcome to Part 2 of our 2025 Holiday Knitting Gift Guide! In Part 1, we highlighted some yarn gifts, project kits, and small-business favorites every knitter will love. Now, we’re focusing on something knitters can enjoy long after the holidays are over: books, learning tools, and online knitting classes. If you’re shopping for a knitter […]
Rhinebeck 2025 Recap: Celebrating Community, Knitting, and Sheep!
Rhinebeck (The New York Sheep & Wool Festival)—it never fails to capture my heart. Even weeks after the festival, I’m still smiling thinking about all the yarn, sheep, and incredible people I got to meet. There’s something magical about this festival that goes beyond fiber: it’s the people, the laughter, the shared joy of knitting […]
2025 Holiday Knitting Gift Guide: Part 1 Artisan Yarn, Project Kits & Small Business Favorites
The holiday season is the perfect time to give gifts that truly matter — not only to the knitters in your life but also to the small businesses and artisans behind the yarns, kits, and tools they love. In this first part of our 2025 Holiday Knitting Gift Guide, we’re highlighting local yarns, single-project kits, […]
2024 Holiday Gift Ideas for Knitters: Part 2 – Knitter’s Dream List & Larger Gift Bundles
This is Part 2 of our holiday gift guide, highlighting Knitter’s Dream List and Larger Gift Bundles—the perfect picks for making a big impression. If you’re looking for smaller, budget-friendly gifts, be sure to check out Part 1: Small Items & Single Project Delights for more ideas. Let’s dive into 10 exceptional holiday gift ideas […]
2024 Holiday Gift Ideas for Knitters: Part 1 – Small Items & Single Project Delights
It’s that wonderful time of year again! Searching for the perfect present for a knitter—or perhaps planning a little something special for yourself? Thoughtfully chosen knitting gifts are sure to delight. I know the holidays can get hectic, so I’ve rounded up my favorite holiday gift ideas for knitters. This post focuses on small, budget-friendly […]
Top 10 Sweater Classes to Kickstart Your Knitting Journey
I often get asked, “Which sweater class is best to start with?” This is a tough question, since it depends on what you’d like to learn, and what kinds of techniques, skills, and construction methods you’re interested in. In this post, I’ll go through some of our available sweater classes to help you choose the […]
Tuesday Tip – Working German Short Rows in the Round
The love of German Short rows is strong in knitters! We worked with the wrap and turn method in both the Tortola and the Rising Spades and for Costa Maya we uses German short-rows. We learned how to substitute German Short Rows for Wrap and Turn and when I would and wouldn’t substitute. Although the work […]
Your Ultimate Guide to 2024’s Best Upcoming Knitting Events – Both Live and Virtual
Ahh, spring. The perfect time to start planning ahead and gearing up for some exciting warm-weather events. Are you ready to set those needles in motion and dive into some new skills? Excellent! Whether you’re itching to mingle in person after the chilly winter months or you’d prefer to cozy up at home for a […]