Is a gauge swatch included in the yarn requirements? January 12, 2024 Have you ever wondered if designers factor in a little extra yarn to account for your gauge swatch? The short answer is yes... and no. The consensus amongst my designer friends is we generally add about 10% to the yarn requirements for our patterns so you don't run Knitter's Notebook
Taking a Cue From Nature November 24, 2023 Cooler weather means most of the leaves have fallen from the trees here in north Alabama and it's a great time to take a cue from nature. Just like the trees have shed their leaves, fall is a great time to shed those unfinished projects so you can Knitter's Notebook
There's an Heir Loom in the Studio November 03, 2023 I'll admit, I haven't been knitting much lately because I've been spending a lot of time with the literal heir loom that now resides in my studio. I vividly remember two things about my grandparents' house. No matter the time of day or Weaver's Notebook
Yarn Emergency Shadow Box October 27, 2023 Ok, yarn stashers, you are going to love this project! Display your yarn in a clever "In Case of Emergency Break Glass" shadow box. It's easy to create, can be customized for just about any hobby or interest and would make a great gift. Materials * shadow Knitter's Notebook
Recommended Reading | To Dye For October 20, 2023 By this time, no one should be surprised. When it comes to the environment, the fashion industry is problematic. For years we've heard how much textile waste is produced by fast fashion. And of course we've all heard stories about the horrible working conditions in far Weaver's Notebook
Möbius Cast On | Photo Tutorial September 22, 2023 Similar to a provisional cast on, the Möbius cast on has an extra dimensional twist. Knitter's Notebook
