Month: March 2024

How Knitting Can Help You Live A Longer, Happier Life

How Knitting Can Help You Live A Longer, Happier Life

Knitting is more than just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle that fits perfectly into the Blue Zones philosophy. In Blue Zones regions, where people live longer and healthier lives, knitting embodies key principles like social connection, stress reduction, and purposeful living. Let’s explore how knitting aligns 

The Surprising Benefits of Knitting Socks in Warm Weather

The Surprising Benefits of Knitting Socks in Warm Weather

When the temperature rises, thoughts typically turn to flip-flops and beachwear, but hold on a moment before stashing away those knitting needles. Although the thought of knitting a heavy sweater, winter accessories or a blanket may be off putting when it’s hot out, knitting socks 

Lessons on Ripping Back

Lessons on Ripping Back

Ripping back is something as knitters we all experience.  It can be annoying, deflating, and exasperating to have to rip back a project – if we let it be.  Today, let’s explore the insights we can gain from unraveling knitting projects,  discovering patience, slowness, and 

HOW TO FIX A TOO WIDE NECKLINE

HOW TO FIX A TOO WIDE NECKLINE

How To Fix A Wide Neckline Have you ever encountered the challenge of completing a hand-knit garment, only to realize the neckline is excessively large? Alternatively, you may have worn a cherished hand-knit repeatedly, only to discover that the neck has stretched and fails to 

How I Knit A Top Down Raglan Summer Tee Without A Pattern

How I Knit A Top Down Raglan Summer Tee Without A Pattern

During my recent swatching session for a specific pattern, I encountered a frustrating roadblock—I couldn’t achieve the required gauge, no matter which yarns I experimented with. In the midst of this challenge, I stumbled upon a promising combination: Lion Brand Cotton Bamboo Linen and Knit