Understanding Vintage Knitting Needles

When working with vintage knitting patterns, one of the first things you will notice is that the needles are often described very differently from the way they are today. Older British patterns commonly give needle sizes as numbers such as No. 8, No. 10 or No. 12, rather than in millimetres. American patterns may use a […]

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Why Can’t I Download My Etsy Instant Download Pattern? (And How to Fix It)

a mobile phone and instant download knitting pattern PDF files printed out on paper

If you’re a knitter, crocheter, or any kind of crafter, chances are you’ve bought — or at least considered buying — an instant download pattern. Etsy has become most crafters’ go-to marketplace for instant download PDF patterns, largely thanks to the sheer abundance of designs available, from vintage-inspired classics to brand-new releases from independent designers. […]

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The Art of Custom Puppets: A Knitter’s Perspective

Written by Marie. Here at The Knitting Times, we love showcasing the work of talented artists and makers. While our usual focus is knitting, yarn, and the wonderful things that can be created with a pair of needles, we also know that creativity comes in many different forms. For knitters, making something is rarely just […]

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