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Your Guide to Yarn
Yarn is the heart of knitting and crocheting, but with so many types, fibers, and techniques, choosing can be tricky. We give you an overview of the most important things...
Your Guide to Yarn
Yarn is the heart of knitting and crocheting, but with so many types, fibers, and techniques, choosing can be tricky. We give you an overview of the most important things...

Why Gauge Matters
One stitch more or less can dramatically change the size of your knitting. In this guide, we explain why gauge is the key to fit – and how to test...
Why Gauge Matters
One stitch more or less can dramatically change the size of your knitting. In this guide, we explain why gauge is the key to fit – and how to test...

5 Common Mistakes When Choosing Yarn
Many projects go wrong because the yarn choice doesn’t match the pattern. Discover the five most common mistakes—and how to avoid them—so your knitting achieves perfect fit and durability.
5 Common Mistakes When Choosing Yarn
Many projects go wrong because the yarn choice doesn’t match the pattern. Discover the five most common mistakes—and how to avoid them—so your knitting achieves perfect fit and durability.

How to Read a Yarn Label
The small paper wrap around the yarn is full of useful information. Learn to read gauge, yardage, and care instructions – and avoid common yarn mistakes.
How to Read a Yarn Label
The small paper wrap around the yarn is full of useful information. Learn to read gauge, yardage, and care instructions – and avoid common yarn mistakes.

Guide: Understanding Different Yarn Weights
Lace, fingering, DK, or chunky—what does it actually mean? We help you understand yarn weights so you can choose yarn that suits both your pattern and project.
Guide: Understanding Different Yarn Weights
Lace, fingering, DK, or chunky—what does it actually mean? We help you understand yarn weights so you can choose yarn that suits both your pattern and project.

Cotton vs. Wool – Which Yarn Should You Choose?
Cotton or wool? Both have their strengths, and the choice depends on season, feel, and function. We guide you through the two fibers so you can choose correctly the first...
Cotton vs. Wool – Which Yarn Should You Choose?
Cotton or wool? Both have their strengths, and the choice depends on season, feel, and function. We guide you through the two fibers so you can choose correctly the first...