5 Podcasts We Love!

Crafters everywhere know the importance of being focused while you work – but many of us like to have a little something interesting on in the background. Podcasts are a great source of entertainment, and can even help you with your crafting! One of the many free goodies on the Lion Brand website is our…

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Tips for Joining a New Ball of Yarn to Your Work

Unless you are making a one-ball scarf or hat, there is going to come a point in your knitting (probably several, actually) when you will need to join a new ball of yarn. The absolute best way to do this is to join the new ball at the edge, as this avoids messy or gapped…

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Crochet Flowers Round-Up

Want to add a touch of whimsy to any project? Whip up a few crocheted flowers! These small, portable projects are also a great way to use up yarn scraps. Here are five of my favorite crochet flower patterns: Top row: Mother’s Day Flower (left), Tradescantia (right) Middle row: Narcissus Bottom row: Irish Rose (left),…

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