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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)
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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Super Chunky Wrist Warmers: Free Knitting Pattern
A free knitting pattern for super chunky wrist warmers fingerless gloves called Pulse Mitts. A quick and easy knitting pattern for fingerless gloves for lovers of knitting with chunky and bulky yarns.
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