Q&A: How to Keep Yarn from Twisting when Knitting with Two Strands

Q&A: How to Keep Yarn from Twisting when Knitting with Two Strands

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,…

Q&A: How to Join in the Round After Knitting Flat

Q&A: How to Join in the Round After Knitting Flat

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…

Q&A: How Can You Rip out Knitting Without Losing Stitches?

Q&A: How Can You Rip out Knitting Without Losing Stitches?

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…

Q&A: Can knitting cause arthritis?

Q&A: Can knitting cause arthritis?

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…

Q&A: Are knitting needles allowed on airplanes?

Q&A: Are knitting needles allowed on airplanes?

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…

Q&A: Can knitting cause neck and shoulder pain?

Q&A: Can knitting cause neck and shoulder pain?

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…

Q&A: Can knitting cause eye strain?

Q&A: Can knitting cause eye strain?

Ever been huddled over your knitting work, squinting and straining to see those teeny-tiny stitches? Maybe you’ve had a dizzy spell or two after hours of intense concentration. This isn’t just a figment of your imagination – studies have shown that focusing so hard on tasks like knitting can indeed lead to all-too-real cases of…