A guide to the world of knit and crochet on and off the net. It's about fashion, fiber, charity, creativity, color and relaxation. I'll keep an up-to-date list of what to read, buy, visit and how to add to your skills.
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Blogs with insight into the craft
- Yarn Harlot
- One of the top knitting blogs on the internet, it's really funny and interesting. Her book is "At Knit's End".
- Just Let Me Finish This Row
- Mandy is a nurse who knits. Her husband is a tattoo artist. Their life is all about the needles.
- See Eunny Knit
- A detailed, well written blog about more advanced knitting techniques.
- QueerJoe's Knitting Blog
- From Queer Joe - a hugely popular blog:
A listing of all my many adventures and misadventures in this passion that has overtaken me since I was 25 years old... knitting. - The Knitting Curmudgeon
- Knitting blog with an edge.
- Bevin & Brian's Totally Knitting Universe
- Bevin & Brian's Totally Knitting Universe The go to place for information and analysis of the worldwide knitting community.
- Dogs Steal Yarn
- Dog lover knits and talks about it.
Important Links for Knitters
- Learn to Knit
- Illustrated step-by-step instructions that teach you to knit.
- Learn to Crochet
- Illustrated step-by-step instructions that teach you to crochet.
- 1,000 Free Patterns
- Pattern Finder helps you sort through over 1,000 free patterns to help you find exactly what you need. Specify skill level, yarn, garment and size to narrow down your selection.
- knitty.com
- Knitty is a free web-only knitting magazine with a sense of humor. Fun patterns, fabulous articles. Come and see for yourself!
- Knitting About.com
- Free knitting patterns, help with basic and advanced knitting techniques, discussion groups.
- Crochet at About.com
- Free Patterns, how-to's, knowledge you'll need when selling your crocheted items, active forum discussions by crocheters, chat room, history of crocheting and more.
- Both Knit and Crochet
- Good links to explore the knit and crochet worlds
- Yarndex - The Yarn Directory
- An huge database of yarns from most yarn companies with detailed information about each.
- Men Knit Too
- Yes, men knit and a man who isn't threatened by knitting is the manliest!
- See what other people are making
- Click here to see what other people have uploaded that they are working on. You can upload your own picture of your project by clicking the link on this page that says click "HERE" to upload your own project.
- FREE e-cards
- Beautiful art cards to send picturing knitting and crochet. Included is the card used above as the main picture for this site of the Mona Lisa knitting.
Knit, Crochet and the Charity Connection
- Woolworks
- One of the oldest knitting sites on the internet. This site offers a great deal of information but has a particularly good section on crafting for charity.
- Charity Connection
- This awesome tool allows you to search through a database of knit and crochet charities to find the one you want to be involved with. Select by location or keyword. If you like to knit chemo caps in Chicago, you can get involved with like-minded people or find a place to donate your hand-made items. Charities can also register here.
- Knitting for a Better World from Interweave Press
- Some inspiration and links to charity sites from Interweave Press
Order the New Lion Brand Catalog
48 Free patterns and more. . . .
visit www.LionBrand.com and order free catalog. Knit and Crochet Magazines & a T.V. Show
- Knit.1
- Knitting styles and stories targeted to those 18-35.
- Vogue Knitting
- Fashions from Seventh Avenue for the hand knitting crowd.
- Knitters
- A magazine for knitters with patterns and features, plus info about the ultimate consumer yarn shows.
- Woman's Day Easy Knit and Crochet
- Great for beginners with projects geared around the calendar of holidays and events.
- Interweave Knits
- Beautiful fashions and photography plus articles of interest to knitters.
- Knitty Gritty
- A hip T.V. show about knitting
Cool Stuff for Yarn Lovers
- Knit.1 Centerfold Poster
- Centerfold poster of a guy who knits
- Super Yarn Tote
- For carrying loads of stuff, no matter how heavy, with pockets and compartments for needles, hooks, wallet, yarn, magazines, etc.
- Yarn Lover's Mug
- "so much yarn, so little time"
- Elegant bag
- Carry your stuff in style. These bags are a cut above.
Lion Brand's Free Newsletter
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byYarn and Fiber Events Summer-Fall 2006
http://www.lionbrand.com/calendar.html
Awesome Video
Gangsta Knitters
- Gangsta Knitter
- If you thought knitting was only for old ladies, watch this.
Reference
- Yarndex - The Yarn Directory
- Search for yarn by fiber, by texture, by weight and get lots of useful information.
Designed for both the knitting public and the yarn industry. Explore an extensive database jam-packed with the details you need to make the right yarn selection - An Online Resource for Knitters
- How to's for numerous stitches, wide selection of yarn reviews, advice and tools.
Great Knitting Books from Amazon
Knitting Without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes
The classic book by the Mother of knitting
Amazon Price: $11.53 (as of 10/11/2008)
Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook
The book that got a new generation into the craft.
Amazon Price: $11.16 (as of 10/11/2008)
Stitch 'n Bitch Nation
Follow up book to Stitch 'N Bitch with more cool patterns.
Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 10/11/2008)
At Knit's End: Meditations for Women Who Knit Too Much
Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 10/11/2008)
The Knitting Experience: Book 1: The Knit Stitch (The Knitting Experience)
Beginners book on the one stitch you need to get started.
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 10/11/2008)
The Knitting Experience: Book 2: The Purl Stitch (Knitting Experience Series)
Once you have the knit stitch down, if you learn the purl stitch every other stitch imaginable uses these two basics and you can knit everything under the sun.
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 10/11/2008)
Lion Brand Yarn: Just Hats: Favorite Patterns to Knit and Crochet (Lion Brand Yarn)
Amazon Price: $9.60 (as of 10/11/2008)
Just Scarves: Favorite Patterns to Knit and Crochet
Amazon Price: $10.20 (as of 10/11/2008)
Knitting Tips & Trade Secrets: Clever Solutions for Better Hand Knitting, Machine Knitting, and Crocheting (Threads On)
Good guidance and bits of info to make knitting easier.
Amazon Price: $11.21 (as of 10/11/2008)
KnitLit (too): Stories from Sheep to Shawl . . . and More Writing About Knitting
Writing about knitting.
Amazon Price: $11.20 (as of 10/11/2008)
Weekend Knitting: 50 Unique Projects and Ideas
Fast, easy projects, great for last minute gifts.
Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 10/11/2008)
Knitting Over The Edge: Unique Ribs, Cords, Appliques, Colors, Nouveau
Nicky Epstein is famous for her beautiful embellishments and this book features them.
Amazon Price: $19.77 (as of 10/11/2008)
Alterknits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity Exercises
Teaches you how to improvise with your knitting
Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 10/11/2008)
Become a Professional Knitting Instructor
Get Paid to Teach!
- Lion Knitting Club | Welcome!
- The official site of the Lion Brand Knitting Club powered by Purple Tree. Introducing two new programs: Lion Brand Knitting Instructor Program and Lion Brand Knitting Clubs. These knitting programs are a great way to get together and share the joy of knitting. Knitting insturctors also get great too
Knit, Crochet and Yarn Images from Flickr
This week - you start with yarn
To a knitter or crocheter, there are not many things more thrilling than getting a box of yarn delivered to your door.
A package of yarn - a new beginning
Wowza! Check out what came in my mail today (02-03-06)! My first big gift from...
My first big order of yarn. My goal?The Princess Snowball Cat Bed!Bring it...
Great Stuff on CafePress
Set Up Shop
Sell your Knit and Crochet Creations for Free
- Lion Boutique
- Upload a photo, write a description and some contact info and you can have free space on the Lion Brand web site to sell your creations.
- Etsy - Your place to buy and sell all things handmade
- Your place to buy and sell all things
handmade. New, unique ways to shop online.
Yarn and Knitting Accessories from Ebay
Find a color that is discontinued in all the stores or a great one-of-a-kind knit or crochet collectible or a vintage pattern on Ebay!
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Great Crochet Books
Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker
For crocheters who want to become part of the Stich 'N Bitch Nation
Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 10/11/2008)
The Crochet Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face; Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask (Answer Book (Storey))
Good reference book for when you want to develop your craft.
Amazon Price: $10.36 (as of 10/11/2008)
The Crochet Stitch Bible
An important reference book that takes you through a library of crochet stitches.
Amazon Price: $19.79 (as of 10/11/2008)
Lion Brand Yarn Vintage Styles for Today: More Than 50 Patterns to Knit and Crochet (Lion Brand Yarn)
From the archivers of Lion Brand, great patterns from the nineteenth century to the sixties, translated for current yarns.
Amazon Price: $15.61 (as of 10/11/2008)
200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans: Crochet Squares to Mix and Match
For portable projects, this book has great ideas.
Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 10/11/2008)
Felted Crochet
Felting is all the rage and it's not just for knitters.
Amazon Price: $17.24 (as of 10/11/2008)
Hooked on Crochet: 20 Sassy Projects
Amazon Price: $12.89 (as of 10/11/2008)
Cool Crochet
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 10/11/2008)
Lion Brand Yarn: Just Hats: Favorite Patterns to Knit and Crochet (Lion Brand Yarn)
Amazon Price: $9.60 (as of 10/11/2008)
Crochet from the Heart: Quick Projects for Generous Giving
For crocheters who want to offer their projects for a variety of charities, this offers patterns, ideas and information you will need.
Amazon Price: (as of 10/11/2008)
Knit from a Pic
- knitPro web app
- Knit anything using a photo as the basis for the design:
knitPro 2.0 upgrade features
wider portrait and landscape patterns and the 7:5 knit stitch
ratio! knitPro is based
on the tradition of pre-industrial craft circles who freely
shared patterns and passed them down from generation to gen
