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A woman dressed in a pink knitted top and jeans, displaying her trendy knit attire in a casual setting.

10 Simple Tips To Improve Your Knit Pics

Get simple tips to improve your photography and videography as a knitter or crocheter. Plus, get a FREE resource with my person iPhone picture and video editing settings.

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A sheep stands in a field surrounded by other sheep, showcasing the beauty of wool for knitting projects.

8 Interesting Wool Facts and Why Knitters Love It

Wool is a classic fiber that has been used in textile creation for centuries. Despite all the different engineered fibers made today, wool has stood the test of time. And there are so many reasons why!

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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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A rainbow of threads represents the inclusive spirit of queer knitters in the fibers community.

Queer Knitters and Fiber Artists: Breaking Stereotypes

Explore the gender stereotypes, the seemingly growing numbers of queer knitters and fiber artists, and why we queer folks have been here (or have wanted to be here) the whole dang time.

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A woman with curly hair wearing a knitted hat while holding a bag full of knitting supplies celebrating World Wide Knit in Public Day

World Wide Knit in Public Day 2022: Join the Fun!

This Saturday, June 11, 2022, is World Wide Knit in Public Day! Learn the details about this annual holiday including its mission, what takes place, and what you can do to participate! 

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A woman is engaged in knitting a vibrant purple blanket, highlighting her craftsmanship and dedication as a skilled knitter.

8 Reasons Why Knitters Are Actually Badass

Knitting has been historically viewed as an idle, feminine hobby. But the reality is that knitters are extremely badass.

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The Etsy Strike: Its Powerful Impact on Sellers and Buyers

Due to another round of seller fee increases that went into effect on April 11, over 20,000 Etsy sellers launched the Etsy strike.

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A woman wearing a blue knitted dress holds a glass of water, highlighting the beauty of sustainable fashion and fiber arts.

Jeanette of New Wave Knitting: Fiber Arts and Blogging

Learn about the values and ideas behind New Wave Knitting, and learn more about its creator, Jeanette!

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A woman stands before a pile of clothes, highlighting the importance of sustainable yarns from recycled materials.

How Sustainable Is Yarn Made from Recycled Clothing?

There are lots of yarns today that are made up of recycled materials, which is a great way to repurpose waste. But have you ever wondered how yarn from recycled materials is produced?

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