We don’t normally read runway reports. But when we heard crochet was everywhere we had to take a peek. And we don’t normally think of dressing like runway models. But when we saw what designers were showing this year, we thought it might be fun to [Read More]
The Yarn Blog
14 Quick Hats to Knit and Crochet This Autumn
It’s autumn! Are your ears feeling a bit of a chill in the mornings and evenings? We’ve got some stylish hat patterns to help with that. These all knit up and crochet up quickly, so if you want to show your love for someone else, this is a great way [Read More]
11 Balloon Sleeve Sweater Patterns You’ll Love
According to the fashion bibles WhoWhatWear and Vogue Magazine, balloon sleeves, bishop sleeves and all those other big, dramatic sleeves have proven to be trends with staying power. Embrace the romance and the joy of having free arm movement. If [Read More]
The Ultimate Guide to Circular Needles
We are massive fans of circular needles here at The Yarn Queen. In fact, we're such big fans they're our everyday needles! They're ergonomic, they respond to the shape of the item you're knitting, and they hold so many stitches! But if you're new [Read More]
9 Pocket Scarf Patterns You’ll Fall In Love With
We’re not sure who came up with the very first pocket scarf, but we owe them a debt of gratitude. Pocket scarves keep our hands warm and give us a place to put things in winter. If you’re looking for the perfect pocket scarf pattern to knit, we’ve [Read More]
Summer Knitting Photo Competition
Are you knitting on the beach? At the bach? On a boat? Send us your summer knitting selfies and photos! We’ll show off the best summer knitting shots on our Instagram, our Facebook and in the next issue of this newsletter. One lucky person will win a [Read More]
23 Magic Pompom Christmas Decoration Ideas
Last month we gave you three easy ways to make pompoms, including a walkthrough of how to use the Clover pompom maker. Now if you want some Christmas decoration ideas, here’s 23 different Christmas decorations you can make with all those pompoms you [Read More]
9 Great Stocking Stuffers Under $20
These nine gifts make great stocking stuffers, gifts for your coworker who’s into fibre arts, or something for a gift swap. Or a little treat for yourself while you’re shopping for everyone else in your life! Enamel Pins: These adorable, witty [Read More]
Gift Ideas: 18 Knitting and Crochet Kits
If you want to give the knitter or crocheter you love a gift that says, “I thought of everything” (or possibly “Please knit this for me”), we’ve got 18 different knitting kits to choose from. When you buy all the yarn, the pattern comes [Read More]
5 Quick Knit and Crochet Budget Gift Ideas
Are you short on time and money this holiday season? We feel you so big right now. Don’t despair! We’ve got five great budget gift ideas that are easy on your wallet. They’re all projects that you can squeeze in between the million other things you [Read More]
