How to Before You Begin

Find your measurements

Loose Ends: Choose the Right Neckline for a Baby Project

Watch Vickie and learn how to create more or less drape in a garment by using different knit and crochet stitches.

Graph Afghan Series: Read Graphs

Learn how to read graphs.

Graph Afghan Series: Before You Begin

Learn how to prepare your graph before you begin.

What Do We Mean by Yarn Weight?

Everyone talks about yarn weight — what does it mean? When we refer to yarn weight, we're not talking about the weight of …

Learn to Knit: What Knitting Tools to Buy

Learn what knitting tools to buy. Discover essential knitting tools and equipment for your projects.

Exploring the Best Types of Yarn for Your Next Project

Here are some important best practices you can use to help you find the perfect type of yarn for your creative vision and style.

CYC Standards Updates

The Craft Yarn Council has been working hard to update industry standards and we're happy to announce that the new guideli …

The Math Behind Patterns: What does "a multiple of 3 + 2" mean?

Because I design patterns, I embrace the multiples-math that is used to make patterns work. But even a novice knitter or c …

Loom Knitting: Beginners Basics

This article has everything you need to master loom knitting! Take a look at the video, and our step by step instructions. …

What Is The Difference Between Balls And Skeins Of Yarn?

Have you ever tried to pull yarn from the center of a pull skein and had trouble? You may have been trying to pull from a ball — and aryton balls..

How to Read a Skein Band

Want to learn about a yarn? Look at the skein band or ball band on it! Keep reading this blog to learn how to read a skein band.