Cold Snap Knits
Posted by Allison Barnes onBRRR! Winter - or at least snow - arrived much earlier than expected in the Prairies! Here’s a roundup of some great patterns that you can whip up to keep your fingers and toes warm in...
Four Fab Fall Patterns
Posted by Allison Barnes onThe air is starting to get crisp and that’s my favourite time to pull out bigger projects - that work in progress and yarn pile make for a cozy lap! Here are four patterns that...
Crafting for Health
Posted by Allison Barnes onArt therapy has been a tool used in occupational health and therapy for quite a while, now it’s gaining well-deserved recognition as a tool for managing and supporting mental health. One of the reasons knitting...
Wool vs. Acrylic Yarn
Posted by Allison Barnes onHave you ever caught yourself referring to all of your fibres as wool? Well, not all yarns are made equal! The most common types of yarn available are made from acrylics and wool (or blends...
Alternating Skeins When Knitting With Hand-dyed Yarns
Posted by Allison Barnes onHave you been looking at beautiful sweater patterns but hesitating to start your first row? Knitting or crocheting large garments with hand dyed yarn is a beautiful investment! Purchasing sweater quantities of hand-dyed yarn can...