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Knitting project in progress with blue yarn and needles.

Mastering Yarn Weight and Gauge: How to Achieve the Right Tension for Flawless Spring Knits

A vibrant yellow ball of yarn accompanied by two knitting needles, against a yellow knitted background, showcasing a new knitting project.

Social Media Platforms with Strong Knitting Communities

Learn which social media platforms have amazing knitting communities and start making online knitting friends today! 

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A display of vibrant yellow acrylic yarn on a yellow background

The Pros and Cons of Knitting with Acrylic Yarn

While natural fibers like wool and cotton are popular options, acrylic yarn has gained a following among knitters due to its affordability and durability.

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A vibrant orange ball of yarns along with orange knitted projects made from soft cotton yarn from Wool and the Gang

Knitting with Cotton Yarn: Your Complete Guide

Learn the types of cotton, how cotton behaves, tips and tricks when working with cotton yarn, and what the best and worst projects are for cotton yarn!

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A woman wearing a black bulky knitted sweater in pristine condition showcasing proper care for knits

A Complete Guide to Taking Care of Bulky Knits

After making a bulky knit, you may begin to notice the knit become fuzzy and covered in pills after a few wears, making the luxurious yarn appear, like, eh.

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A woman models a custom blue knitted skirt, showcasing a unique made-to-measure design.

Custom, Made-To-Measure Knitting Patterns: Pros + Cons

Are made-to-measure knitting patterns the wave of the future? Let’s chat about their pros and cons versus those of traditional knitting patterns!

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Hand-knit wool sweater showcasing a beautiful design of blue, brown and white stripes.

How To Take Care of a Hand Knit Wool Sweater

Our hand knit wool garments require special care to keep us cozy for many cold seasons to come. In this blog post, let’s chat about how to take care of our hand knit wool garments to keep them (and us) happy for as long as possible.

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Image of test knitting series part 1 of 3, showcasing the purpose, process, and benefits of test knitting in crafting.

The Ultimate Purpose, Process, and Perks of Test Knitting

Have you heard the phrase “test knitting” get thrown around a lot but aren’t quite sure what it means or what it entails? Then you’re in the perfect place.

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Kate Gardin of Mezzo Makes wearing a purple knitted sweater and brown pants

How to Monetize Your Fiber Passions with Mezzo Makes

Learn more about the inspiration, growth, and behind the scenes of a small pattern designing and yarn dyeing business by reading this interview featuring Kate Gardin, the person behind Mezzo Makes.

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