Knitting with double pointed needles can seem a little intimidating to beginners, but there’s no need to fear! Here are some easy solutions to two of the biggest issues knitters…
Knitting Help: Do You Need to Use a Sock Blocker?
I use a lot of adorable sock blockers in my knitting photos which often prompt one of two questions: 1. Where did you get those adorable sock blockers? 2. Do…
What’s Better: Wood or Metal Knitting Needles?
A common question I get from new knitters is advice on what type of knitting needles to buy: wood or metal. I strongly recommend that you build up a collection…
Tweed Socks in Progress
Just a quick post to show off some Simple Skyp socks on my needles. If you are thinking these look familiar, that’s because this is the third pair I have…
How to Block a Lace Scarf with Blocking Wires
There are some knitting tools that you rarely use, but, man, when you need them, you really need them! This is how I feel about blocking wires. You can pick…
Helpful Tools For Keeping Your Place in Knitting Charts Using a Knitting Tracker
I’m knitting some fantastic socks by verybusymonkey right now called Paisley that have a fairly elaborate stitch pattern. I wouldn’t say the pattern is difficult, but it is impossible for…
How to Use a Sock Ruler (A Mathy Post)
I thought I’d write a quick post to share one of my favorite knitting tools with you. It’s called a Sock Ruler and you can get one on Etsy (just…