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Did you know that you can make money knitting? In fact, you could start a full-scale business knitting for profits. Read my review here to find out more about the ins and outs of going into this sort of business and knitting for profit. Although it is difficult to make a lot of money selling hand … Read more
Once you have been knitting for a while, you will definitely want to move onto more advanced hand knitting stitches. This adds to the excitement of creating a more artistically finished product and pushes you to learn some new skills within your hobby. If you want to get some ideas for hand knitting stitches, you … Read more
If you are wondering how to make a mini booklet, read on. I use mini booklets a lot for my scrapbooking projects. The main reason that I learnt how to make a mini booklet was that I often have many photos of one event, and needed or wanted a way to put them all into … Read more
Have you ever wondered where did knitting originate? Who invented knitting? How did it all start? Knitting’s origins lie in the basic human need for clothing to protect us against the elements. The word comes from the word knot, which is thought to originate from the Dutch verb ‘knutten’ which is similar to the … Read more
In this article, I will give you some tips and ideas on how to teach your child to knit. Knitting, although some will say is old-fashioned, is actually very good for both the brain and hand-eye coordination. It can also help your child to concentrate better, as learning to knit does require lots of concentration (and … Read more
If you are wondering what is Knit A Critter is, then you have come to the right place. So, What Is Knit A Critter or even Crochet a Critter? Knit A Critter is every non-knitting mum’s worst nightmare. Knit A Critter was a knitting craze aimed at children from the age of about seven years old. … Read more
If you are a knitter, you have probably heard of Caron Critters, and have maybe even tried a project or two. Did you know that you can purchase Caron Critters online, and often at a fraction of the cost that you would pay in a conventional store? The beauty of shopping online is that … Read more
So what on earth is Alcohol Ink Art? Alcohol ink art is a vibrant and fluid art form using fast-drying, alcohol-based inks on non-porous surfaces. The inks are highly pigmented and can be diluted with isopropyl alcohol, creating a flowing, watercolor-like effect. This technique allows for unique, abstract effects on surfaces like Yupo paper, ceramic, … Read more
Do you know how to do quilling, or even what paper quilling is? In this article, I am going to discuss how to do quilling as well as look at the history of paper quilling, paper quilling supplies and paper quilling designs. What the hell is paper quilling you may ask? Well, quilling is the … Read more
When carving out a home spot for knitting, picking the right corner or space is a game changer. It’s all about good lighting, enough privacy to escape daily chaos, and enough room to spread out comfortably. The right spot will make every knitting session feel like a mini-retreat. Got a bunch of yarn and needles? … Read more