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Do You Knit and/or Crochet? You Should Be on Ravelry!

A social media network just for knitters and crocheters? Sign me up! If you’re looking for a great way to keep track of your projects and get inspired to start new ones, look no further. Ravelry is an amazing resource, and you can get more out of it than you ever dreamed possible.

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Ladyguides

Ladyguide: How to Crochet a Catnip Mouse

Amigurumi look intimidating, but they’re actually surprisingly quick and easy to make, even if you only know how to crochet a chain and make a single crochet. Don’t believe me? I decided to make cat toys for some of my kitty friends for Christmas, and when the initial pattern I found had some confusing bits, […]

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Persephone Birthday

Birthday Giveaway: Hand-Dyed Yarn

In honor of P-Mag’s birthday, I’m giving away two skeins of hand-dyed yarn, one each to two winners.

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Ladyguides

Craft of the Day: Knit Cotton Washcloths

This is a quick and customizable project that results in a useful item.

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Open Thread

This Weekend Open Thread is Buying All the Yarn

Guys. The Smiley’s Sale.

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We try it!

We Try It: Making an Heirloom Crochet Blanket

My mother taught me how to crochet when I was 28. It took me this long to get into anything remotely crafty – I have never used a sewing machine and would never entertain the idea of darning socks. But that time, I was keen, and I realised crochet is really quite easy (knitting still scares […]

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Ladyguides

Knit Like a Boss: Crafts for Whovians

Fortunately, crafty Whovians are a creative bunch, because there are lots of patterns out there for Doctor Who-inspired projects.

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Ladyguides

Knit Like a Boss: A Dose of Fiber

Way back when we were learning the basics of knitting, I briefly mentioned fiber content. Now we’re going to get more into it, because it’s kind of important.

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Ladyguides

Knit Like A Boss: Up, Down and All Around

I assume in the past week, you’ve all been diligently at work making scarves to practice your brand new knitting skillz. How’s it going?

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Learn to Knit Like A Boss: The Basics

When I floated the idea of writing about knitting to some Facebook friends, someone suggested I call it “Stitch n Bitch n Drink n Curse.” I’m not using the title, but the sentiment is pretty accurate. Just so you know what you’re getting into.