5 Things Every Maker Should Do in May
Spring is officially here, and I’m ready for some fresh air, fresh inspiration, and some fresh new projects. Not that I need to be adding more to my list, but it is spring after all!
Back in March, I wrote a blog post called 21 Winter-to-Spring Transitional Projects: Light Layers. In that post, I shared 21 projects, which were all clothing items, that you could make to transition from winter to spring….
Upcycling Your Yarn Scraps: 13 Creative Ideas
I don’t know about you, but regardless of how much I pay for a skein of yarn, I will always save the yarn scraps. This is because you never know when those yarn scraps might come in handy for fixing a handmade piece or for a future project.
Making projects specifically out of scraps of yarn is always so much fun since you end up with a unique piece that is basically a kaleidoscope of yarn….
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21 Winter-to-Spring Transitional Projects: Light Layers
The first day of spring this year is March 20th, and I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for winter to be gone!
As much as I love heavy, cozy layers, I’m ready to transition into light layers. However, with the weather having a mind of its own, you (like me) might be struggling with what to make that is light and airy but still provides a good amount of warmth.
To solve that problem,…
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24 Hat Patterns To Celebrate National Hat Day
Did you know that January 15th is National Hat Day? (There really is a day for everything.) Well, here in the fiber community, there is only one proper way to celebrate — by making hats!
So, break out your knitting needles or your crochet hook and your favorite skein(s) of yarn because today I’m sharing 24 hat patterns to celebrate National Hat Day.
The hat patterns I’m sharing from some of my favorite independent designers cover a wide variety of styles,…
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Indie Untangled 2025 Year In Review: Make-along winners
As I mentioned last week, one of the best traditions of the annual Indie Untangled Rhinebeck show is the make-along. This year, we received more than 100 entries in seven categories.
To close out 2025, today I’m sharing the winners of the MAL, chosen at random! Also, if you missed our faves from the MAL, you can check them out by clicking here!
Cowl
Alexandra’s Test Bandana
Lauren’s Watering the Trees Cowl
Hat
Tara’s October Hat
Marina’s Apple Crisp Hat
Mitts/Mittens/Gloves
Halea’s Blooming Fine Mitts
Alexa’s Smiths Gloves
Shawl/Wrap/Scarf
Samantha’s Fun Sized Scarf
Vanessa’s Small Shawl
Socks
Emily’s Gelato Socks
Kim’s Cherry Cobbler
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Indie Untangled 2025 Year In Review: Make-along faves
One of the best traditions of the annual Indie Untangled Rhinebeck show is the make-along. This year, we received more than 100 entries in seven categories.
To continue our yearly tradition, I am sharing my faves and the winners for 2025!
Today, I’m sharing my faves of the MAL. However, if you want to see the winners, make sure you come back next Tuesday (December 30th)!
Cowl
Jen’s Halloween Party Cowl
Jessica’s Lollygag
Elizabeth’s Asti *Test Knit*
Hat
Haela’s Liana Hat (Test Knit)
Alison’s Rhinebeck Friendship Hat
Marina’s Fun at Rhinebeck Hat
Mitts/Mittens/Gloves
Tara’s Underwing Mitts
Elizabeth’s Hemma
Elizabeth’s Mighty Mittens
Shawl/Wrap/Scarf
Marina’s Hudson Leaf Rustler
Marina’s Sea Swash
Linda’s Traveling Solo
Socks
Lauren’s Color Palette Socks
Marina’s DVD 2025 October socks
Liene’s Rami Socks
Sweater – Adult
Vanessa’s Light Easy Cardigan
Julie’s Nightline Sweater
Liene’s Ghali Sweater
Andrea’s Renaissance
Top
Rachel’s Geddy Tee
Andrea’s BFF Tee
Erin’s Bay Breeze Tee
Tina’s London Sky Top
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What to stash this week: Baah-loween
You can now preorder the 2025 Halloweenvent from Katrinkles. Katy and her Rhode Island-based team are conjuring up a 31-day countdown calendar filled with Halloween-themed fiber tools and notions. Think spooky stitch markers and delightfully creepy trinkets. Last year’s treats were a scream (you can peek at them here), but this year’s surprises are all new.
Preorder by July 31 — or risk the horror of a sold-out box.
Join Michelle of Olive &…
What to stash this week: Summer yarn
Just in time for prime summer knitting, Lyla of Terrapin Fiberworks is releasing her Coastlines collection, a set of 12 colors inspired by her favorite coastal locales throughout the U.S. The yarn you see here is Lyla’s new base, Kent Cotton-Tencel Light Fingering, a blend of 60% organic Pima cotton and 40% Tencel, making it the perfect summer yarn, whether you’re making light shawls or structured garments. The collection goes live this Sunday,…
What to stash this week: Your yarn-y alibi
Cheryl of Row House Yarn, who organizes the wonderful Camp Knitaway retreat I attended a couple of years ago — where I got to knit on a peaceful lakeside deck and stand-up paddle board — is also behind a series of Murder Mystery Weekends. This year’s takes place in Denver from November 14-16 and features special guest designer Cecelia Campochiaro.
The “skein of the crime” is the Halcyon Hotel in Cherry Creek….
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What to stash this week: Hygge awaits
From December 4–9, Marny and Lynn of Explore Knitting Tours are heading to Copenhagen, Denmark. You’ll visit charming yarn shops and festive Christmas markets, cruise the canal in a heated boat and wander the colorful streets of Nyhavn. Marny, a designer and instructor, will guide you in creating winter accessories inspired by your trip. Non-knitters are also welcome to get cozy.
Michelle has introduced two vivid coordinating colorways: Resurrection and Paid in Full are available on a variety of bases. …