Pearl’s Cardigan Crochet-Along, Part 5: Lower Body and Modifications

Have you tried on your sweater yet? I have, and although I have my heart set on a longer vest, I know I would be happy with a shorter cardi if I finished now, too. I just passed the point where the pattern states to separate for the side vents. The reason I added side…

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Arts Street Textile Studio: Fiber Arts Supporting the Homeless in Philadelphia

This month, we’re highlighting various fiber works and projects taking place currently around the country and the world. If you’d like to suggest an artist, exhibit, or event, please feel free to leave a comment and let us know! From the summer of 2009 to the summer of 2010, the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program worked…

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Exploring Stitch Patterns & Techniques

The Lion Brand Yarn Studio is collecting 7″ x 9″ afghan blocks for Warm Up America.  Our customers are amazingly generous and we have collected over 200 so far! One thing I love about making small projects is the chance to experiment with stitch patterns.  We’ve had some great knit blocks turned in from customers…

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