Category: Handmade Craft

Knitting is more fun with the right tools. You can design patterns, track your projects, and meet other knitters online. This year, some great apps and software make all that easy. For example, Stitch Fiddle helps you create beautiful designs. knitCompanion keeps your projects on track. With Ravelry Mobile, you connect with a big knitting…

Knitting started in the Middle East and eastern Mediterranean around the 11th or 12th century. The first knitted socks came from Egypt during the 11th century. By 1268, Paris had its first knitting club, showing how men’s groups helped spread knitting in Europe for church clothes. Then, William Lee made a big leap with his…

Crocheting clothing is like turning yarn into your own cool clothes. You can make anything from simple scarves to big, detailed sweaters. To start, you need the right tools and materials, like different kinds of yarn and crochet hooks. Think about the Eleanor Sweater Scarf from the Mystical Collection that’s coming out in September 2024.…

Yarn bombing transforms cold city streets into cozy, colorful spaces. This street art uses knitted or crocheted fabric to cover public objects, like trees and lamp posts. June 11th each year is recognized as International Yarn Bombing Day, established by Joann Matvichuk in 2011 in Canada. Artists around the world, including Agata Oleksiak and Eric…

Crochet is not just a hobby, it’s a craft that lets you create beautiful pieces. From cozy blankets to stylish clothes, the possibilities are endless. As Brenda K.B. Anderson leads the Gallery Throw Afghan Crochet-Along starting September 24th, there’s no better time to level up your skills. This event will show daily patterns and video…

Starting a knitting or crochet group is a great way to make friends, learn new things, and help others. This guide will show you how to create such a group in your community. First, you need to decide why your group exists and give it a fun name. Finding the right place to meet, like…

Adding your own flair to crochet projects makes them special. Think about it: you choose who wears it, the perfect yarn, and every color. From tiny sizes for babies to chunky yarns for cozy blankets, you pick each detail. Maybe you like soft pastels or bold colors that pop – that’s up to you! You…

Crochet projects add a cozy touch to your home. This craft turns yarn into blankets, coasters, and more with just a hook and some skill. You’ll need different types of yarn like cotton or acrylic, especially the WeCrochet Dishie brand for coasters because it’s absorbent. Also, simple tools like hooks, a darning needle, and scissors…

Knitting and crocheting are not just hobbies. They can help people too. You make things like hats and blankets with yarn, then give them to folks who need a warm smile. Imagine your crafted blanket as a big hug for someone having a tough time. People have been making and giving for many reasons. Some…

Knitting is more than creating scarves or sweaters. It’s a way to improve mental and physical well-being. This craft can reduce stress and anxiety, causing your heart rate to slow down and lowering blood pressure. Plus, it sharpens your brain, enhancing concentration and memory. In April 2016, the Craft Yarn Council initiated “Stitch Away Stress”…