Have you ever looked at a knitting pattern and wondered exactly how big the finished shawl will be? Understanding shawl sizes can make choosing your next project much easier. The terms kerchief, shawlette, shawl, and even shlanket are used fairly loosely in the knitting world. 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
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
Have you ever found a knitting pattern you love, only to hesitate when you see the words beginner, easy, intermediate, or experienced? Perhaps you’re wondering whether you’re ready to tackle it—or whether the suggested skill level means you’ll spend more time looking up techniques than READ MORE
