The minute I saw the Longchamp Le Pliage Filet bag on an episode of Emily in Paris, I knew I needed to recreate it. Thus followed a weeks-long attempt to DIY the bag. My final creation was not exactly a perfect match, but I liked it enough to wear it in public and to write out the instructions for you here. Watch the full DIY Longchamp journey below: DIY Longchamp Video I’ve written ... keep reading >>
How to Save Money on Yarn (and Knitting Supplies)
While knitting is therapeutic and creative, it can also be an expensive craft. But knitting doesn’t have to break the bank. In this post I’ll share my nine favourite tips to save money on yarn and knitting supplies. Some of these tips are fairly easy and obvious while others require more DIY, creative thinking and elbow grease. How to Save Money on Yarn Video To discover these thrifty ... keep reading >>
Free Printable Holiday Gift Tags for Knitters
These free printable gift tags add a cheerful (and useful!) touch to your hand-knit gifts. If you've taken the time to knit something for a loved one, you'll want to ensure that they care for their knitted gift properly. That's where the extra care tags come in! In addition to the printable gift tags, these care tags allow you to include care instructions for your hand-knit ... keep reading >>
9 Knitting Tips You Need to Know
I've been knitting for over 15 years, and during that time I've benefited from a lot of shared knitting tips and tricks. Some were borne out of a combination of desperation and ingenuity. Others were passed down from older and wiser knitters. Still others I picked up from the chatty hubbub of internet forums, comment sections and in-person knitting circles. I've used each ... keep reading >>
6 Surprising Health Benefits of Knitting
In addition to being fun and creative, knitting has health benefits. It reduces stress, jumpstarts literacy, and reforms inmates. Studies show that knitting can even keep Alzheimer's at bay! Who would've thought that this seemingly innocuous craft also moonlights in health, education and wellness? Let's investigate the health benefits of knitting, shall we? 1. Knitting Reduces Stress The ... keep reading >>
9-Inch Mini Circular Needle Review: Life-changing or Nah?
The shortest standard circular needle is 16 inches. But did you know that even smaller circular needles exist? These mini circular needles run between 9 and 12 inches, and are marketed as being tiny enough for knitting socks, sweater sleeves, baby hats and mittens in the round. For knitters who dislike knitting with double pointed needles and magic loop, these mini circulars could be a huge ... keep reading >>
How to Knit a Scarf for Beginners
Learning how to knit a scarf can seem hard if you're a total beginner. There are two needles to move around, and yarn that looks like it could snag into knots. It looks intimidating! But the truth is that knitting is like any other skill. It's no different than learning how to ride a bike or how to cook. All it takes is some time and practice. And the upside is that unlike riding a bike or ... keep reading >>