Knitting with two strands of yarn can sometimes feel like you’re dealing with a messy, tangled knot rather than enjoying your beloved pastime. Trust us, we know that frustration all too well. After many a trial and error, though, we managed to find the light at the end of this knotty tunnel. In this article,…
Have you ever taken on the challenge of transitioning from knitting flat to circular, only to be met with that pesky visible gap at your join point? You’re not alone – we’ve experienced that hurdle too. That’s why we looked into the best methods for a smooth and seamless shift to circular knitting, which we…
We totally get it – bent knitting needles can throw a real loop in your crafting joy. In fact, did you know over 60% of crafters also struggle with this pesky problem? But don’t let that knit one, purl two-of-a-kind hobby turn into frustration. Our blog post is here to guide you through easy steps…
Don’t Panic! Discover the Secret to Unraveling Knitting Mistakes with Ease Feeling a bit tangled in your knitting projects? We’ve all experienced those knotted moments. Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! After countless hours of untangling, plus a good amount of dedicated research, we’ve mastered the art of undoing knits without compromising a single…
Ever found your elbow aching after an productive knitting marathon? Trust us, you’re not alone. Many of us have felt that nagging discomfort too – the cheeky culprit commonly known as ‘tennis elbow’. After delving deep into research and consulting top health experts, we’ve uncovered that it’s actually those repetitive motions – like our beloved…
Are you a passionate knitter who’s got some unexplained shoulder discomfort? We understand how frustrating that can be. It turns out, knitting can occasionally lead to a rotator cuff injury. After scratching our heads and doing some research, we realized there’s a link between the two; along with ways to prevent it and manage if…
Ever found yourself feeling a touch off-kilter during your cozy knitting sessions? You’re not alone. In fact, research has shown that engaging in complex tasks like knitting can occasionally cause a wave of dizziness. This blog post is here to sift through the connection between this much-loved craft and those unexpected dizzy spells, while sharing…
Thinking about how dementia may affecting you or a loved one can feel overwhelming and frightening. We empathize with this fear. The silver lining? A fascinating study from Mayo Clinic reveals that engaging in crafts like knitting may decrease the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia by an encouraging 30 – 50%. In this article,…
Are you a passionate knitter? Do you ever find yourself worrying that your favorite pastime might lead to arthritis down the line? We totally understand – we’ve had those concerns too. In fact, we even sought advice from experts at the Arthritis Foundation and discovered that repetitive motion tasks like knitting could indeed potentially contribute…
Navigating airport security can often feel like its own special kind of knitting project, full of knots and tangles that have us crafty types puzzled. You’re not alone if you’ve ever found yourself pondering: “Are knitting needles allowed on airplanes?” Don’t fret – we’ve pieced together the rules and regulations to give you a clear…
Knitting is a favorite pastime for many of us, weaving together comfort and creativity into each stitch. But let’s not ignore some of the drawbacks — the nagging neck and shoulder pain that sometimes tags along after those blissful hours of knitting. It’s like an unwanted guest at our cozy knitting party, right? And guess…