Temperature blankets have grown from a niche idea into a beloved trend in the fiber arts community. The concept: each day of the year, you knit or crochet a row or motif in a color that reflects the day's temperature. By year's end, you hold a unique blanket that doubles as both diary and cozy heirloom.

When we step into a yarn store, we're greeted by shelves full of colorful skeins – but what's actually inside them? The label might read "100% Wool" or "75% Wool, 25% Polyamide." But what does that mean for your project? Whether pure natural fibers or blends, the composition of your yarn will determine softness, durability, and ease of care.

Halloween is around the corner – the perfect time to turn your home into a spooky, magical place. Instead of plastic decorations, why not make your own? Crochet pumpkins, ghosts, and spiders add a personal and sustainable touch. And for knitters, I've got an extra pumpkin tip too.

Handcrafts are deeply rooted all over the world – and sometimes we discover techniques so ancient that hardly anyone knows them anymore. One of these is nålbinding, a precursor to knitting and crochet. While most people associate nålbinding with Viking-age Scandinavia, the tradition has also lived on in South America – among the Nanti women of the...

Eight times warmer than sheep's wool, softer than cashmere, and rarer than gold?
We're talking about Qiviut – the luxurious underwool of the musk ox, often referred to as the "golden fleece of the Arctic."

Chunky knits are more than just a trend – they're the perfect mix of modern design and simple technique. With thick yarn and oversized needles, you can create stylish pieces in no time – even if you're brand new to knitting.

Felting is one of the most fascinating fiber techniques. With the right yarn and a bit of patience, a loose knit or crochet piece transforms into a dense, warm fabric. But which method works better – knitting or crocheting? In this guide, you'll learn the differences, get a step-by-step tutorial for felting in the washing machine, plus helpful...

When tech meets textiles, something magical happens – especially when it's wearable and handmade!
Conductive yarn allows you to integrate lights and circuits directly into your knitting – no wires, no soldering. In this post, I'll walk you through how to create a knitted headband with built-in LED lighting – stylish, safe, and super fun to make.

When it comes to luxurious natural yarns, Merino wool and Alpaca are at the top of the list. Both are soft, warm, and beautiful – yet they differ in texture, properties, and the projects they suit best.

Knitting and crochet are more than crafts – they are culture, community, and lived experience. Do you still remember the very first person who showed you how to cast on stitches or hold a crochet hook? That moment often sparks a lifelong passion. This is exactly what mentoring in the Stitch Club is about: experienced makers guiding beginners...

Looking for a crochet stitch that delivers depth, structure, and a real wow factor?
Then the Crocodile Stitch is your perfect match. This scale-like pattern looks intricate but is surprisingly achievable with a bit of practice – and ideal for accessories that make a statement. In this post, I'll show you how to work the stitch, calculate...

Colors that lasted for millennia?
What we now explore through DIY plant dyeing was once a refined science: Over 4,000 years ago, the Egyptians mastered the art of dyeing textiles—with natural materials, no chemicals, and remarkable durability.