Welcome to The Look for Less with Kristy Glass, where we will help you find affordable alternatives to our more luxurious yarns so you can still make the patterns you love. If you adore the look of Lion Brand’s Lavish Booties knitting pattern but LB Collection® Cashmere yarn just isn’t in your budget, we can…

Let’s face it — the yarniverse is generally a woman-dominated place. There’s nothing wrong with that, but sometimes guys who knit or crochet can have a hard time finding appropriate patterns to fit their style. But fear not, gentlemen, because many of our super scarf patterns have unisex appeal, and we’re going to show you exactly how…

Oprah recently released her annual list of Favorite Things, and on it you’ll find a thick, wool knit hat. It looks so cozy and warm, right? It seems great, until you notice the $60 price tag. While there’s nothing wrong with paying an independent crafter handsomely for their work, this is an extremely simple piece…

Vintage knitting and crochet patterns are certainly interesting to look at. The old styles and slightly different terminology make for a fun read that lets you get a glimpse of the way people created garments in the past. Since Lion Brand has been around for such a long time, we of course have a history…

With Halloween just around the corner, I’m very excited to share the latest piece of my yarncrafting costume adventures with you — an octopus headpiece. Costuming is a year-round experience for me, and I love that Halloween invites everyone to join the fun! For a costume party held right after my birthday, I wanted to…

If you’re in the market for a casual, fun, lightweight top to crochet, the Venice Beach Top in 24/7 Cotton may be the perfect choice. It has a simple shape with a v-neck that will look great on anyone, and fringe at the sleeves and bottom to add a sunny, funky touch. Check out the…

Famous fashionistas have been spotted all over the place rocking oversized neckwear, a.k.a. super scarves. Actresses, models, and musicians alike are sporting these trendy accessories, and with our Super Scarf Kits, now 20% off, you can too. Whether you knit or crochet, want something neutral or truly funky, we’ve got a super scarf that will…

This top is sure to become a staple once it’s in your wardrobe. The Breezy Mesh Pullover made in 24/7 Cotton is beautiful and easy to wear. The open stitching lets you show hints of skin while still being covered, and can be dressed up or down as needed. See a video of this amazing…

Welcome to Knit the Runway, a new series on translating the hottest trends into your knitting and crochet projects. Summer may be nearing its end, but you can still wear some of the hottest warm-weather trends, even as seasons and weather change. The drapey vest has been everywhere this year, taking the flowy garment market…

The World’s Least Boring Basic Shirt!  ChiWei from 1DogWoof is back, and this time, she’s bringing you the world’s most interesting basic shirt (or at least, I think so!). It’s a perfect blouse for wearing in an office that (like ours) has air conditioning that could compete with the cold winds of the arctic! And…