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If you are wondering what rib stitch is or even how to knit rib stitch, then read on…… When knitting rib stitch, you are making textured vertical stripes as you knit. To knit rib stitch you are basically knitting a variation of knit and purl stitches within the same row. The most common ribbing knit … Read more
If you are an avid scrapbooker, you will no doubt know that the most popular layouts to do are the 12 x 12 layout size, but doing some 8 x 8 scrapbook layouts is also a lot of fun. Here are some 8 x 8 scrapbook layout ideas to try out when you are feeling … Read more
Let’s discuss knitting through the ages and knitting in general. Knitting has been around for centuries, and strangely enough, in the not too distant past, more men could knit than women. In more modern times, although there are a few famous knitters who are men, this hobby is now more popular with women, as they … Read more
If you love to knit, you have probably at one stage or another considered purchasing a home knitting machine. This post does contain affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase something off of this page, I will get a small commission, at no extra cost to you the buyer. Owning a knitting … Read more
Are you a fan of Rowan Knitting Patterns? Did you know you can purchase a book with all their best patterns. If you are an avid knitter, then you will really appreciate having this book in your collection. You could also gift it to somebody special who loves to knit. This post does contain affiliate … Read more
If you are looking for gifts knitters will love, then you may enjoy my favourite picks when it comes to best gifts for knitters. These are affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase anything from this page, I will get a small commission at no extra cost to you the buyer. Gifts … Read more
Here is a free baby bootee knitting pattern with ankle cuffs that rollover. They are perfect for keeping your baby’s toes cozy in the winter months. This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase anything I will get a small commisssion at no extra cost to the purchaser. Free … Read more
If you are looking to teach your child to knit, then a kids knitting kit is just what you need to get him or her excited. Let’s look at the CraftLab kids knitting kit and you can decide whether you would like to go this route. If you want to do it yourself, here are … Read more
This delightful knitted pixie hat pattern has earflaps for warmth. It is knitted in a variety of bright colors and is an ideal way to use up odds and ends of wool. The cute pompoms are of course optional. This hat is knitted in one main color, but there is nothing stopping you from adding … Read more
Scrapbooking Alphabet Stickers are an inexpensive embellishment for scrapbooking layouts and come in a large variety of sizes, shapes, themes, and dimensions. There will always be some out there to complement your layout no matter what your theme. Let’s face it, stickers are just so easy, as all you do is peel and stick. It … Read more
Have you seen Tom Daley the knitter. He seems to be trending right now. Its refreshing to see the guys knitting too, as it is not as common a sight to see now as it was a few hundred years ago. Another famous male knitter and designer to look at is Stephen West. Tom Daley … Read more
In this article, I am going to give you some scrapbooking page layout ideas specifically relating to giving your scrapbooking pages that antique or vintage look and feel. The aged look is very popular when it comes to scrapbooking, as it adds interest to your album and it makes the reader feel as if they … Read more
These cute baby bootie shoes will be the first designer shoes that your baby will own, and they are super easy to knit up. I knitted one bootie up in just over an hour the other night. Unfortunately my tennis elbow got the better of me, so I haven’t managed to finish them yet but … Read more