If you are a spindle spinner then you know the struggle of trying to ply. It’s not terribly hard, it’s just not necessarily as smooth as plying on a wheel with bobbins and a lazy kate. Not to mention that you would need more than one spindle to ply which can get expensive if you are […]

I will be embarking on a new and exciting adventure spinning and dyeing my way through eight weeks of eight different sheep breeds. Join me on this exciting quest while I review how each fiber behaves when spun and dyed. This week I am reviewing Icelandic sheep wool in a natural brown and grey color. Click […]

Can I just say? I LOVE sock knitting! It’s my go to travel knitting, in between project knitting, and all around potato chip project. I have knit with many different sock yarn brands, but one I have tried recently is the Blue Ridge Yarns Footprints. I love how this yarn comes with complimentary colors for the […]

Sometimes when you are stuck on an obstacle with knitting or crocheting, it can be difficult to know where to find your solutions. If you don’t have a good friend to bribe with treats to help you out, or a helpful yarn store in town, sometimes you don’t know where to turn or who to trust with your […]

If you are anything like me, you have a TON of scrap yarn left overs from projects. I love sock knitting and have tiny little feet so I always have yarn left over from my sock projects. I also started spinning mostly fingering weight in small amounts and can’t figure out what to do with […]

I think it is safe to say that every fiber enthusiast has their go-to brand to work with and I am no different.  Knitting Fever Inc. is such an amazing and versatile distributor of some of my favorite brands of yarn. The reason is simple.  They make high-quality yarns and have something for everyone.  Let […]

The line of Brown Sheep yarns is simply amazing!  There is something in it for everyone.  Their Cotton Fleece DK and Cotton Fine fingering yarns are a unique blend of soft Pima Cotton and Merino Wool.  I love that there is just enough merino wool to make an otherwise heavy fiber like cotton feel much lighter.  The […]

The art of knitting is a time-honored tradition.  The projects created can last a lifetime and be cherished for decades.  I still have handmade blankets that my family made for me when I was born, 30 years later.  You can’t put a price on the love put into each stitch.  Get one of our dreamy blanket kits and create something delightful for the bundle of joy in your life.  

Are you thinking of knitting your first hat? Or maybe you have already knit your first hat and are just looking for some pointers on how to improve on your second one. Whatever your expertise with hat knitting may be, it is never a bad idea to brush up on some basic essential tips for […]

Malabrigo has done it again!  The name of their newest line, Dos Tierras means Two lands in honor of the sources of the two amazing fibers that are found in this ultra-soft yarn.  This DK weight yarn is as versatile as it is beautiful.  Malabrigo decided to marry two amazing fibers together by spinning 50% […]

Noro has taken the color of yarn to new heights since they emerged into the yarn market over 30 years ago. The amazing color changing yarn that Noro produces delights fiber artists of all types. This yarn is amazing for weaving, felting, crochet and of course knitting. Noro Lace is a fantastic pattern book. This book […]

This week we are having a blow out sale on ruffle yarn. There are so many different uses for this fun frilly yarn. I personally love to see it used in baby items. I have seen some really cute baby skirts and dresses made from this stuff and it can even be used as a […]