Try This Stitch: Horseshoe Cables

Cables, like this Horseshoe variation, shine in solid color yarns. A single cable framed with garter or reverse stockinette stitch adds interest to an otherwise plain item. Insert one on a sweater, hat, socks, or any other project that calls for added textural interest. The swatch shown was worked in New Basic 175 Yarn (colorway…

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Make & Do Crew: Meet The Blogger

The Urban Gypsy Boho Bag is crocheted using Kitchen Cotton in “Vanilla” Here at Lion Brand Yarn we have the privilege of working with a lot of talented designers. Over the past couple months we’ve spotlighted Mama In A Stitch and Two of Wands. This month we’d like to introduce you to Jess, the self-proclaimed…

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What is a Prayer Shawl? (May 2017)

The Original Prayer shawl designed by Janet Bristow and Victoria Galo. Prayer shawl. Peace shawl. Comfort shawl. Mantle. Whatever name you give them, they serve the same purpose. These are a wearable hug crafted with love and intent from maker to recipient. Whether it be personal words, verse, song, prayer, mantra, or something else, it is…

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