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A detailed look at the difference between knit vs purl stitches, including a diagram. Everything you need to know as a beginner.

Last night, I started a new Intro to Sewing class, and as with all my classes, we got to talking about tools and supplies--and like many of my students, some of the folks in my class this month have sources for great supplies from other seamsters in their families. One mother and daughter, who are

Advice for visible mending, including how to make sure you're using the right needle, how to choose colours for visible mending, and how to know if a garment or darning yarn will be durable. This is one of several blogs answering your mending and knitwear repair questions

This is the link which has more information. I have been doing it right without even knowing it...

Have you ever wondered what Vikings wore to help them survive long, cold winters? Their fabric-making technique, Nalbinding, pre-dates knitting, and creates dense and warm items which don't unravel the way knitted items do.