The fact that I knit year-round and live in sunny Meanjin/Brisbane often prompts people to look at me sideways. When we think of knitting, we tend to first think of the cosy jumpers, chic balaclavas ...

Both are labors of love. You can create the most beautiful pieces—garments, accessories, blankets—by knitting and crocheting. Both techniques of needlework use yarn and the meditative act of stitching ...

When comparing knitting vs. crochet, both are skills that use balls of yarn to craft items by hand. Some beginners enjoy the greater control they have when knitting with two needles, while others ...

From the boldest reds, oranges and yellows to vibrant shades of greens, pinks and purples and some pastels and neutrals, too, the shelves at Sewickley Yarns are filled. For those who knit or crochet, ...

With blustery days officially upon us, the most pressing question about your sweaters, scarves, hats, and mittens is probably: “Are these keeping me warm?” If you’re a DIY enthusiast, or just a detail ...

Crochet, a time-honored and globally recognized art, undeniably depends on the choice of yarn for the success of any crochet endeavor. Selecting the appropriate yarn can remarkably alter your ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - At Honolulu's Waldorf school, they de-emphasize laptop learning for more hands-on lessons. In Mrs. Altwies' third grade, they're spinning a yarn over knitting class, and ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Once considered an octogenarian’s pastime, crochet has been ...

This isn't your grandmother's knitting circle. Instead, it's teenagers spending lunch on Tuesdays at Wooster High School, crowded around desks with hooks, needles and colorful balls of yarn. While ...

These Westchester yarn shops not only sell a wide variety of skeins, but many of them also offer classes to kick off your knitting or crocheting projects. Stop by for all the essentials, including ...