Spotlight: Sam Barsky, Artistic Knitter
When traveling, most people take photographs or buy postcards of landmarks. Some even mark their visits with selfies. But Sam Barsky takes all of that to an artist's extreme. Before...
Knitting
Find your zen with knitting. It’s easy, portable and reduces stress and improve mental acuity – so it’s good for you! The interlocking loops you make with needles and yarn can become beginner scarves or complex garments with intricate cables and lace.
Our expert knitters inspire with their artistry, instructions and designs to encourage the beginner and challenge the expert. And knitting hobbyists share some of their favorite projects, too!
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Spotlight: Karen Fletcher, Knitter and Programmer
Are the arts and the sciences mutually exclusive? Karen Fletcher doesn't think so! As a computer programmer who knits (or as a knitter who programs), Karen sees strong parallels. In...
Spotlight: Amy Herzog, Knitter
Amy Herzog is on a mission to make knitting a creative adventure that results in wearable garments that fit. She has literally written the book on the subject, and is...
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Spotlight: Tatiana Sarasa, Visual Artist
Tatiana Sarasa's art connects her with the earth. That connection gives her so much satisfaction that she promotes the connection through her own work and by providing a collaborative workspace…Spotlight: Karen Fletcher, Knitter and Programmer
Are the arts and the sciences mutually exclusive? Karen Fletcher doesn't think so! As a computer programmer who knits (or as a knitter who programs), Karen sees strong parallels. In…
Spotlight: Marie Bergstedt, Mixed Media Artist
Marie Bergstedt is a fiber artist whose work defies traditional categories. Always telling a story with her pieces, she uses whatever materials and techniques best tell the story. And there…Spotlight: Amy Herzog, Knitter
Amy Herzog is on a mission to make knitting a creative adventure that results in wearable garments that fit. She has literally written the book on the subject, and is…
Spotlight: Carol Milne, Knitted Glass Artist
Carol Milne has blazed a new artistic path with her work in knitted glass. Bringing the visual illusion of softness and drape to a material that is fixed in its…
Spotlight: Kate Atherley, Knitting Designer
Kate is Knitty.com’s Managing Technical Editor and a seasoned designer and teacher of all things knitterly. She’s known for her attention to detail in her patterns and her classes, and…
Knitting Tools for Beginners
Knitting is a hobby that you can do just about anywhere. It is a great project to take with you, as easy as a one skein scarf or hat, or…
How to Yarn Bomb: Fun, Easy and Inspired Ideas
Have fun yarn bombing! It's temporarily covering an object with knitted, crocheted, woven, stitched or wrapped yarn. Make funny, easy or complex yarn bombs.