Knitting Blog

Have you ever wondered what sets merino wool apart from Bluefaced Leicester, or Jacob, or virgin wool? We're here to help!

Need a quick knit project? We have aran, bulky, and super bulky free knitting patterns galore! 

Learn how to choose yarn colors for a crochet or knitting project with our color theory guide!

Love the new teddy bear style cardigans and scarves in stores? Now, with the new Rowan Soft Boucle yarn, you can make your own!

Unisex Nordic-inspired knitting patterns for autumn and winter in this new collection!

If your hands hurt while knitting, the new Addi Novel knitting needles are the perfect medicine! 

Ever wondered what Tunisian crochet is, or what makes Tunisian crochet hooks special? We're on the case!

Sometimes, a hank or skein of yarn can feel intimidating. Our guide on using an umbrella swift and ball winder should get you good to go in no time!

Looking for some great free knitting patterns for summer and warmer weather? Here are our favourites!

We've selected some of our favourite cotton yarn for baby blankets, so your spring and summer bundles of joy don't overheat! 

Looking to pare down your yarn hoard to make some room for new ones? Our stashbuster patterns are just what you need! 

It's a good time to kickstart your charity knitting if you're home right now, so here's some of our favourite FREE knitting patterns for charity! 

Are you a macrame beginner? Check out our favourite macrame tutorials and ideas and our marcrame yarn and cord suggestions!

There's a new yarn on our virtual shelves: the brand new Manos del Uruguay Milo!

Join the new knit-along with this gorgeous free blanket pattern from Rowan!

We're giving away 4 skeins of Manos Alegria Grande! 

Looking for some cute spring knits for the little ones in your life? We have some amazing new patterns that fit the bill! 

We love looking at the photos people share with us using the #YesLaughingHens hashtag on Instagram! Here are some of our favourites that have been shared recently.