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Learn how wrap & turn and German short-rows compare—and how to substitute one for the other in knitting patterns.
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Sharing knitting one hospital waiting room at a time, this Project Knitwell volunteer offers more than a new skill, creating moments of connection, comfort, and so much more.
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Discover the farm yarns and rural landscapes behind the Field Lines Shawl—then cast on your own version.
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When a standard bind-off edge just isn’t stretchy or substantial enough, try this must-know technique!
Did you know that Welsh handknitters were known for stripy socks? Check out some wild stripes from the 19th century, learn about a modern Welsh sock yarn, and try a few techniques for perfect jogless stripes.
If rising temperatures have you setting aside your knitting, these linen- and silk-based yarns may change your mind.
Whether traveling near or far, a few prepacked knitting notions makes knitting on-the-go a breeze. Get organized with this list of essentials, an expansion pack, a tiny emergency stitch kit.
In Part 2 of our series, discover how two talented fiber artists are helping shape Portland’s natural-fiber community.
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