October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women and men worldwide — in 2012, it represented about 12 percent of all new cancer cases and 25 percent of all cancers in women — so almost all of you…

This story is from our newsletter called Pattern Journal which brings a warm-hearted, wholesome story to your inbox to read every month. If you enjoy it and would like to subscribe, click here. Hunter clasped Jill’s hand at the bus stop, talking excitedly—his teacher, Ms. Randall, said he could hold the flag for the Pledge;…

Every year, Lion Brand Yarn Company hosts the “Vanna’s Choice Contest” in which participants submit a creative knit or crochet design made with Vanna’s Choice yarn for the chance to travel to California to meet Vanna White. Our 2012 contest winner was “Gramma” Nancy Nielsen, who made adorable matching animal hat and booties sets as…

If you were born between October 23rd and November 21st, your zodiac sign is Scorpio, the eighth sign of the Zodiac, represented by the scorpion. Folks born under this sign are often serious people who take great care to learn as much as they can about others. Scorpios are not afraid of obstacles or challenges…

Tweed Stripes® is one of our self-striping yarns composed of radiant colorways. Though categorized as a bulky weight, you’ll find it’s a yarn that stitches up in a cozy, lightweight fabric — great for sweaters, scarves, accessories and more. A few simple stitches go a long way — the color gradient does most of the…

Thanks to our friends at St.Martin’s Griffin, we have copies of Isela Phelps’s new book, Loom Knitting Afghans: 20 Simple & Snuggle No-Needle Designs for all Loom Knitters to review and giveaway to our wonderful readers like you. Isela Phelps, loom knitter extraordinaire, has authored more than a handful of loom knitting books with patterns…

When I knit or crochet, I typically choose patterns that are very versatile – this includes themed projects like one you might make for Halloween. So it’s no surprise that I really love patterns like the Fuzzy Bear Hood – which, incidentally, is Lion Brand’s most popular pattern for Halloween! Your little one could wear…

Tentacles and all, venture under the sea with this original Knit Octopus Poncho and Knit Octopus Dog Costume set. Halloween is a family affair – so include your dog! To make it easy to do, we’ve put together an adorable collection of matching costume sets for your child and your dog. Think of the photo…

It’s the first day of fall – a perfect day to introduce one of Lion Brand®‘s newest super-bulky yarns, Country®! A classic 2-ply super bulky yarn, this silky roving combines a palette of painterly striping colors with contrasting solid black or off-white shades. The colorways are aptly named after iconic American symbols and landmarks: Adirondack Green, Lobster, Campfire,…

Our Design department has outdone themselves again. What I love about these patterns is that you can easily use them again and all year round – like the Meow Hat seen above, for instance. The Jolly Roger Poncho is perfect for “Talk like a Pirate Day” or a punk-style outfit. The Spooky Spider Afghan is…