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Living Coral-Pantone Color of the Year 2019

Each year there is a new color of the year. This is color is selected by the company Pantone, that calls itself “the global authority on color”. Picking one color to represent the year is a big responsibility. Typically the color that is selected can be found in many of the fashion trends. I have […]

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Crochet Stitch Dictionary-learn 200 stitches

Stitch dictionaries, whether for crochet or knitting, are a great staple in all of our home libraries. This is a great place to turn when you need to add a border to a project or if you are feeling ambitious and want to design something for yourself. Looking for your first, or next, crochet stitch […]

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Expression Fiber Arts talks about Dyeing Yarn on the Yarn Thing Podcast

Dyeing yarn is a skill that not everyone has. Chandi and her husband are a dynamic team that have mastered the skill of not only dyeing yarn but running a successful business. Today on the Yarn Thing podcast we will chat with Chandi about her yarn dyeing business as well as her book about selling […]

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Crochet Valentine’s Patterns-FREE Crochet Patterns

Will you be my Valentine? This year lets make something special for Valentine’s day. Grab your hooks and your favorite yarn and whip up a few of these for small Valentine gifts. *This post contains affiliate links. By clicking one of these links and making a purchase a small portion of that purchase will go […]

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Crochet Fingerless Mitts 12 FREE Patterns

We are in the thick of an arctic vortex through a majority of the country and it has me thinking about keeping warm. Fingerless mitts are a great alternative to regular mittens or gloves because they give you more flexibility in using your fingers. These are great for working in a cold office and you […]

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100 Knit Patterns-The Ultimate Collection

When Interweave said that they were going to send me their latest book, 100 Knits, I was thrilled. This book is a collection of their knit patterns throughout the years that will stand the test of time and have made an impact. Not only is this a treasure chest of knit patterns but a true […]

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Wood Crochet Hooks with Laurel Hill

Let’s be honest, when it comes to your crochet hooks material does matter. Today on the Yarn Thing Podcast I will be chatting with the guys behind Laurel Hill to talk about their unique wood crochet hooks. Be sure to check them out and see if the they are the right fit for your next […]

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Game Day Mystery Make-Along 2019

The Annual Game Day Mystery Make-Along with Marly Bird is back! Time to gear up for Sunday’s Big Game in our own way. Join knitters and crocheters from around the world as we work on a Mystery Make-Along project together throughout the day! Last year we had an AWESOME time doing a special make-along with you. […]

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Seamless Knit Sweaters

Seamless knit sweaters in two weeks? Learn more about it on the Yarn Thing Podcast.

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FREE Knit Chunky Hat Pattern for Beginners

I’m always looking for the perfect and easy hat pattern. One that I don’t have to concentrate too much with but at the end will looks GREAT. It’s even better if the pattern calls for super bulky or jumbo yarn.