Discover the Wonder of Wool: a Knitter's Guide to Shetland

Once upon a time (in the early days of the internet) I decided to try my hand spinning Shetland Lace, as a way to learn more about the breed.  So I proceeded to order an entire moorit fleece sight unseen (not recommended).  This particular fleece was what Shetlander's call a...

Estimate Yardage with Almost No Math

Imagining your body as a composite of four of rectangles is the quickest way to estimate yardage.  This post outlines a quick way to estimate even when you don't have your intended yarn yet.

Three steps to Successful Pink (or Black) Friday Shopping

Shopping for Yarn this Pink (or Black) Friday? Read these 3 steps to success. Or use our handy sweater quantities chart when you don't have a project in mind.

Select a Sophia Colorway to Flatter Your Features

Select your Sophia colorway based on the 12 seasonal palettes, to flatter your features.

Discover the Best Colors for Your Skin Tone

We often purchase yarn because it’s beautiful, without considering whether it will flatter our features. Here are three tips for working with the yarn you have and complementing your skin tone, so you look healthy and refreshed.

Consider Slip Stitch for Color -- It's fun, It's Easy, and It's a Quick Way to De-stash!

We've all done it.  We've all fallen in love.  With yarn.  With a colorful, seductive hand-painted yarn and before we can say baa-ram-ewe, it's in our stash.  Bring these yarns into the light with slip stitch patterns.

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