There are certain sock yarns that feel like they were designed to be reached for again and again. They’re soft enough to make something you’ll happily wear against your skin, durable enough for everyday use, and versatile enough that you’re not limited to socks. Log READ MORE
Choosing yarn for a knitting project can be almost as exciting as choosing the pattern itself. There are all those beautiful skeins sitting in front of you. Soft merino. Fluffy alpaca. Shiny silk blends. Crisp linen. Hand-dyed colours that seem to change every time you READ MORE
How to choose a knitting pattern isn’t always as straightforward as picking between beginner, intermediate or advanced. Have you ever looked at a knitting pattern and thought, Is this actually within my skill level? Maybe the designer calls it “intermediate”, but you’re wondering what that READ MORE
Founded and based in Hillsborough, New Brunswick, Turtlepurl Yarns has become well known among sock knitters for its beautifully hand-dyed, self-striping yarns. For more than sixteen years, owner Emily has been creating vibrant colourways that make knitting matching socks surprisingly simple and incredibly enjoyable. Each READ MORE
In this Turtlepurl Striped Turtle Toes review, we’re taking a closer look at a self-striping sock yarn that’s particularly fun to knit with. There’s something undeniably satisfying about watching stripes appear all on their own. One minute you’re happily knitting away, and the next you’ve READ MORE
There are some yarns that you can substitute almost without thinking twice—and Log House Cottage Squishy Sock is one of them. This lovely fingering-weight yarn combines 80% extra fine superwash Merino with 20% nylon, giving you that familiar balance of softness and durability that makes READ MORE
There are some knitting projects that are satisfying because they’re quick. You cast on, settle into the rhythm of the stitches, and before you know it, you’re weaving in the ends. And then there are the projects where you don’t mind taking your time. The READ MORE
If you’ve ever picked up a skein of yarn and wondered what words like fingering, DK, or worsted actually mean, you’re certainly not alone. This yarn weight guide will help you understand what those labels mean and how different yarn weights compare when choosing yarn READ MORE
Have you ever fallen in love with a knitting pattern, only to discover the recommended yarn is out of stock, discontinued, or simply unavailable where you live? If you’ve ever wondered how to substitute yarn without completely changing the finished project, you’re in the right READ MORE
You’ve cast off your cowl, woven in the ends, and you’re excited to wear it. But when you hold it up, it doesn’t quite look the way you imagined. The stitches seem a little uneven, the lace isn’t as open as it looked in the READ MORE
Reaching the words “join to work in the round” in a knitting pattern can feel like a big moment, especially if you’ve never done it before. You might be wondering if your stitches are twisted, whether you’re holding the right strand of yarn, or what READ MORE
If you’ve ever opened a knitting pattern, looked at the chart, and immediately decided to skip straight to the written instructions, you’re definitely not alone. Charts can seem intimidating at first. They look like a page full of tiny symbols, and it’s easy to wonder READ MORE
When I design a pattern, I want you to feel supported from cast on to bind off. That’s why I’ve gathered together a collection of video tutorials to help you through the techniques used in Moonstitched. Instead of searching the internet for answers when you READ MORE
Looking for the perfect yarn for your Moonstitched Socks? While the original sample showcases one beautiful option, there are plenty of other fingering weight yarns that will work wonderfully with this pattern. Whether you’re shopping from your stash, supporting your favourite indie dyer, looking for READ MORE
If you’re searching for a reliable sock yarn that actually holds up to daily wear, Boots from The Knitting Loft might be exactly what you need. In this review, we’ll break down how this superwash merino sock yarn performs on the needles, how it wears READ MORE
Some designs arrive fully formed, while others slowly reveal themselves over time. Nightshadow was very much the latter — a pattern shaped by quiet evenings, low light, and the kind of knitting that feels grounding and familiar, yet never boring. From the very beginning, I READ MORE
