Rag Doll

Writer, illustrator, and knitter Franklin Habit joins us for his monthly column featuring humor and insights into a yarncrafter’s life. Winter in Chicago takes no more notice of the first of March than a mean-eyed general takes of boundary lines. It tramples right along, both fists swinging. Winter here is a bully, unstoppable, and knows…

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Top 10 Most Popular Patterns from February

We must be feeling extra patriotic these days because the most popular pattern of the month is this beautiful crochet Flag Afghan: Made with Heartland, one of Lion Brand’s most popular lines, this made-in-America yarn is easy to care for, making it perfect for garments, afghans and accessories. It’s also machine washable and dryable! Below…

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How to Make the “Lush Plush Arm Knit Cowl”

Shira shows you how to get the look of this Lush Plush Arm Knit Cowl without using needles! Using the simple technique of arm knitting, you can make this scarf in just half an hour! Shop for Homespun® Thick & Quick® here. Update: if you’re unsure of how to seam the piece, we have a…

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