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20 Tips for Beginner Knitters - what I wish I'd known before learning to knit!
The Crimson Stitchery,
.. Are you a beginner knitter, looking to improve? Or have you been knitting for a while? This video shares 20 tips for improving your knitting, from techniques to watch out for, to new skills to develop. But it's not just my advice - this video includes the wisdom of lots of other knitters too! I ask…

56: Rum & knitting plants | The Crimson Stitchery knitting podcast
The Crimson Stitchery,
.. Do you like plant yarns? I've been knitting bamboo, cotton and ramie yarns in my recent projects - and I've learnt so much! In this episode of my knitting podcast, I share recent summer knitting projects, and the different fabric characteristics of plant fibres. I'm doing an artist residency and …

How To Crochet: I-Cord
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Learn how to crochet an I-Cord, the stitch you'll need to know to help create straps, drawstrings, ties, handles and decorative piping trim for your crochet projects. We’ll be using our Jersey Be Good yarn in Lipstick Red and a 6.5mm crochet hook. Ever wanted to learn how to knit? Want to jump on…

How To Crochet: Waffle Stitch
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Learn how to crochet in Waffle Stitch, the stitch you'll need to know to create a cosy, squishy texture for your makes. We’ll be using our Shiny Happy Cotton in Chalk Yellow and a 4.5mm crochet hook. Ever wanted to learn how to knit? Want to jump on the crochet trend? Wool And The Gang are here t…

Needlepoint: How To Stitch In Half Cross Tent
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Learn how to work in Half Cross Tent stitch, the stitch you'll need to know to make our new needlepoint kits, the latest craft to join our DIY Gang. With needlepoint, you can create a masterpiece for your home with just one stitch. Just like stitching by numbers, it's as easy for beginners as it …

My top 10 favourite sock yarns - tried & tested!
The Crimson Stitchery,
.. Sock yarn is amazing, but with so many colours, brands and types out there, it can be hard to choose just one! I share my 10 favourite sock yarn brands, and explain why I love to knit with them. I've knitted with all these yarns many times, and am happy to recommend them! Jump to... 00:00 Intro 03…

How To: Make Yarn From Recycled Plastic Bags (Plarn)
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Turn trash into treasure by making your own plastic yarn, out of recycled plastic bags. We’ve teamed up with HotKnots for World Ocean’s Day to teach you how to make your own homemade plarn, ready to knit, crochet and weave. Water covers 71% of the earth and 50% - 60% of our own bodies. It’s the m…

HOW TO KNIT: Monet Tank - Easy Step by Step Tutorial
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Learn how to knit our Monet Tank with our superstar stitcher Eshani, the face behind @woolwala on Instagram. This knitted vest is perfect for makers who already have a few projects under their belt or beginners who are feeling extra confident! This video will take you through every step of the wa…

How To: Visible Mending, Houndstooth Pattern
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Fix up those holes and tears in your knitwear whilst keeping them unique to you and your make! Us crafters know that making your own clothes is already a more sustainable option, but looking after them well is also a big piece of the puzzle. That’s why we teamed up with Restoration London to brin…

How To: Visible Mending, Swiss Darning / Duplicate Stitch
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Fix up those holes and tears in your knitwear whilst keeping them unique to you and your make! Us crafters know that making your own clothes is already a more sustainable option, but looking after them well is also a big piece of the puzzle. That’s why we teamed up with Restoration London to brin…

How To: Visible Mending, Weave Darning
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Fix up those holes and tears in your knitwear whilst keeping them unique to you and your make! Us crafters know that making your own clothes is already a more sustainable option, but looking after them well is also a big piece of the puzzle. That’s why we teamed up with Restoration London to brin…

How To Crochet: Moss Stitch
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Learn how to Crochet in Moss Stitch, the stitch you’ll need to make our Days Are Gone Top, a new pattern for Spring Summer 2022, using Shiny Happy Cotton. Perfect for those wanting a cute handkerchief number. Learn how to crochet in Moss Stitch, the stitch you'll need to know to make our Days Ar…

How To Knit: Mosaic Slip Stitch
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Learn how to knit in Mosaic Slip Stitch, the stitch you'll need to know to make our Alana sweater, a pattern from our Spring Summer 2022 Collection. Perfect for more experienced knitters to create textured stripes. We’ll be using our Shiny Happy Cotton in Malibu and True Blood Red and a pair of 5…

How To Knit: Bamboo Stitch
WOOLANDTHEGANG,
.. Learn how to knit in Bamboo Stitch, the stitch you'll need to know to make our Summer Girl Tank, a pattern from our Spring Summer 2022 Collection. We’ll be using our Shiny Happy Cotton and a pair of 5mm straight knitting needles. Ever wanted to learn how to knit? Want to jump on the crochet tren…

Vlogmas days 19 - 24 :: Christmas eve cast on and advent finale
Curious Handmade,
.. + Join my weekly newsletter here: https://curioushandmade.com/curious-crew/ You can also find me here: + Shop my knitting patterns: Ravelry pattern shop: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/helen-stewart Gumroad pattern shop: https://gumroad.com/curioushandmade + Website: https://curioushandmade.co…

Vlogmas days 15-18
Curious Handmade,
.. Vlogmas days 15-18 + Join my weekly newsletter here: https://curioushandmade.com/curious-crew/ You can also find me here: + Shop my knitting patterns: Ravelry pattern shop: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/helen-stewart Gumroad pattern shop: https://gumroad.com/curioushandmade + Website: https:…

Ever After Shawl the Knitvent 2021 finale
Curious Handmade,
.. Introducing the Ever After shawl and chatting about toy knitting + Join my weekly newsletter here: https://curioushandmade.com/curious-crew/ You can also find me here: + Shop my knitting patterns: Ravelry pattern shop: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/helen-stewart Gumroad pattern shop: https://…

Vlogmas days 11 - 14 :: Advent calendars and sock knitting sneak peek
Curious Handmade,
.. Vlogmas days 11 - 14 + Join my weekly newsletter here: https://curioushandmade.com/curious-crew/ You can also find me here: + Shop my knitting patterns: Ravelry pattern shop: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/helen-stewart Gumroad pattern shop: https://gumroad.com/curioushandmade + Website: http…

Vlogmas 7-10 December
Curious Handmade,
.. + Join my weekly newsletter here: https://curioushandmade.com/curious-crew/ You can also find me here: + Shop my knitting patterns: Ravelry pattern shop: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/helen-stewart Gumroad pattern shop: https://gumroad.com/curioushandmade + Website: https://curioushandmade.co…

Vlogmas day 5-6 :: Advent treats and a little shopping trip
Curious Handmade,
.. Vlogmas 5th and 6th December + Join my weekly newsletter here: https://curioushandmade.com/curious-crew/ You can also find me here: + Shop my knitting patterns: Ravelry pattern shop: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/helen-stewart Gumroad pattern shop: https://gumroad.com/curioushandmade + Websi…