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What is Ease and How Much Do I Need?
An overview of the two main types of ease, when and how to use them, and a quick reference guide on accounting for ease in any craft.
Kat Zimmermann
Dec 16, 20229 min read
3,203 views
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Gentle Waves Blanket
A FREE knitting pattern for a blanket with a gentle wave pattern with lace detail along the peaks. This one is great for beginners!
Kat Zimmermann
May 20, 20226 min read
3,563 views
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Fishtail Lace Headband
A quick and easy knit lace headband - perfect for Spring and Summer!
Kat Zimmermann
May 14, 20214 min read
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How to Measure and Adjust Gauge
Gauge - the number of stitches and rows per distance unit. When does gauge matter? How is it measured? What do I do if my gauge is off?
Kat Zimmermann
Apr 2, 20218 min read
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Blocking: What it is and how to do it
In this post, we'll review the types of blocking, how to do each type, and some considerations for making the right choice.
Kat Zimmermann
Feb 19, 20218 min read
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How to Make a Temperature Blanket
Tips, tricks, and instructions to make your own, one-of-a-kind temperature blanket, including how and where to get the data!
Kat Zimmermann
Jan 1, 202114 min read
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Keeping warm: Bulky Blankets
How to design, make, and keep to your timeline to knit or crochet the giant or bulky blanket of your dreams!
Kat Zimmermann
Dec 18, 20207 min read
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Christmas Crafting
How to sew holiday bunting and a festive table runner, crochet a holly jolly tea cozy, and knit a Santa hat that fits perfectly!
Kat Zimmermann
Dec 4, 202023 min read
669 views
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Fisherman’s Sweater: A Pattern Review
Pattern review, tips, and tricks to make the (free) Fisherman's Sweater from Lion Brand Yarn.
Kat Zimmermann
Nov 7, 20206 min read
1,904 views
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