Wool-ympic post box tribute is a topper
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Julie Knowles has been knitting medals and adding them to the topper during both Games in Paris.
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Julie Knowles has been knitting medals and adding them to the topper during both Games in Paris.
'Whose turn is it to be knitted today?'
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A 95-year-old Pontefract woman is knitting all 78 characters from the 12 Days of Christmas.
Charity post-box topper vandalism 'devastating'
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The knitted oxen were displayed on a post-box outside the Post Office in Didcot.
Knitted characters mysteriously appear in town
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The woollen objects have been appearing on post boxes, lamp posts and shop windows in Pickering.
'I'm shocked by global reaction to postbox topper'
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The video of Sue Cockroft's Olympic-themed postbox topper racked up more than three million views.
Call for knitters to create trauma teddy bears
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Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service says they help to comfort and reassure young children.
This northern Ontario fibre festival weaves farmers and crafters together | CBC News
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For the second year, the northeastern Ontario community of Desbarats is hosting the Algoma Fibre to Fabric Festival.
Postbox topper inspired by Tom Daley's knitting
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The diver caused a stir among viewers when cameras caught him knitting in the crowd.
Sebastien Gervais brings home the Memorial Cup — and young hockey players are inspired
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Saginaw Spirit left winger Sebastian Gervais brought the Memorial Cup to Windsor Thursday.
Knitters' Olympics postbox toppers for home towns
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Crocheted Parisian landmarks like the Eiffel Tower can be seen on top of Bridgend post boxes.
Mystery knitters show off summer ice cream display
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The anonymous Knitoholics regularly decorate Weymouth quayside with their creations.
Hooked: How crochet became fashion’s hottest trend
Chloe Mac Donnell,
The handicraft has shaken off its associations with blankets and tea cosies and is a hit with Love Islanders, Taylor Swift – and retailersCrochet is usually associated with multicoloured granny blankets tossed over the back of a sofa. But recently, the homespun craft has pivoted to fashion’s hottes…
"I was able to focus on this beautiful yarn in my hands rather than the IV in my arm"
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How these women used knitting to get through challenging times in their lives.
Crochet shakes off stuffy old image to become fashion’s freshest DIY trend
Zoe Wood,
Sales of beginner’s hooks and patterns have had a dramatic rise as influencers show off their ‘makes’ on social mediaFrom maxidresses to tank tops and colourful totes, the high street is bedecked withcrocheted fashionthis summer. But while shops are full of ready-to-wear styles they face increasing…
Button up: 20 of the best men’s cardigans – in pictures
Sam Deaman,
Bright block colours, stripes and symbols... A knitted cardigan is the perfect light layer for springContinue reading...
How to Knit a Human by Anna Jacobson review – a remarkable memoir of psychosis
Catriona Menzies-Pike,
After undergoing electroconvulsive treatment, the author powerfully documents how art helped her recover her memory, autonomy and sense of selfA young woman wakes in an unfamiliar white room. There is a name on the hospital bracelet – Anna – but “nothing attaches itself to the letters”. She has los…
Holding pattern: Fair Isle woollies for instant hygge
Jo Jones and Helen Seamons,
Fair Isle knits conjure images of open fires in chalets perched among snowy mountains. They’re the clothing equivalent of a hot water bottleIf you add a Fair Isle jumper to your winter rotation you’ll enjoy some hygge in sweater form. Originating on the eponymous island in Shetland, the Fair Isle j…
Purls of wisdom: the wellbeing benefits of knitting and crocheting
Lucianne Tonti,
Calming, attention-extending and even social, fibre crafts are a feel-good hobby that may even help with pulling through challenging timesAs the new year rolls in with its usual allure of self-actualisation and breaking bad habits, more than anything else, in 2024, I want to reduce my screen time. …
‘Absolutely treasured’: grateful recipients on their heirloom homemade knitwear
Lucianne Tonti,
From comfortable jumpers to ‘fancy’ mohair creations, three women share the stories behind garments made by loved ones, and worn across the decadesGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailWoollen garments areamong the most treasured in our wardrobes. This is partly because they last: wool’s fibre…
‘I’ll probably do it forever’: four crochet enthusiasts on their all-time favourite projects
Lucianne Tonti,
From a showpiece dress made from remnant yarn to a cardigan for a close friend, four devotees share why they’re hooked on crochet – and the items they are most proud ofLast week we met sixknitters and their all-time favourite projects; this week, we hear from crocheters. While knitting requires two…