Crafting for a Cause: Blankets for Baby Rhinos

Crafting for a Cause: Blankets for Baby Rhinos

If the holiday spirit has you itching to craft for a cause, we’d love to introduce you to Blankets for Baby Rhinos. This ‘wildlife conservation craft group’ has been making a big difference for some of our planet’s most precious creatures. They provide crocheted & knitted blankets for orphaned baby animals in need. Who They…

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Yarn in Advertising

Yarn in Advertising

During my recent trips into the City, I have been surprised to find yarn related displays and advertisements. First, I was walking on the street and I saw this Citibank ad with a chunky knit blanket in the background. The blanket, inspired by the Hygge movement, gives the feeling of warmth and coziness. Later in the…

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The Three Little Pigs: A Two-Part Yarn with a Nice Twist, Part One

The Three Little Pigs: A Two-Part Yarn with a Nice Twist, Part One

Once upon a time there were three pigs–siblings, as it happened–who went forth from the security of their mother’s straw-filled pen to seek their fortunes. The first little pig, Wilma, was elegant and neat as a new pin. She loved arranging things tidily in rows: shoes, books, other pigs. She loved pleasant journeys that began…

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