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A Guide to Using Stitch Markers in Knitting and Crochet
In the toolkit of every fiber explorer, nestled beside the compass and embroidery scissors, lies a small but mighty ally: the stitch...

Tess Crawford
Aug 9, 20253 min read


The Curious Case of Color Pooling Yarn: A Stitch in Patterned Time
Among the many enchantments found in a skein of hand-dyed yarn, few are quite so bewitching as color pooling . Like the shifting shapes...

Tess Crawford
Aug 5, 20253 min read


Free National Park Service Knitting & Crochet Patterns
Free patterns from out National Park Service!

Tess Crawford
Jul 12, 20252 min read


I Took My Knitting Through TSA So You Don’t Have To
We flew cross-country with three knitting travel kits—First Class, Business, and Coach—to see how TSA really handles yarn, needles, and scissors. From metal tools in a gallon bag to luxe bamboo needles in a labeled pouch, we tested it all. Spoiler: TSA didn’t flinch. Find out what worked, what almost got flagged, and how you can pack smart without buying a thing. Whether you fly fancy or fiber-chaotic, we’ve got the guide (and checklist) to get you there smoothly.

Tess Crawford
Jun 16, 20253 min read


Flying with Knitting Needles: What You Need to Know
Wondering if you can bring your knitting needles on a plane? You’re not alone—it’s one of the most searched questions by fiber artists on the go. In this post, we explore TSA guidelines, airline policies, and international quirks to help you pack smart and stitch stress-free. From circular needles to snip-safe scissors, we break down exactly what to bring, how to pack it, and how to stay calm when a TSA agent gives your yarn the side-eye.

Tess Crawford
Jun 2, 20253 min read


Handy list of Airline Policies for Yarn, Knitting Needles, and Notions
Planning to knit while flying? This guide shares airline policies on bringing knitting needles, yarn, and tools in carry-on bags. We cover major U.S. and international airlines, TSA guidance, and smart packing tips to keep your project safe and TSA-compliant.

Tess Crawford
Jun 2, 20252 min read


Did someone say free?
I have search high and low to find some great sites for free patterns: Ravelry "of course". https://www.ravelry.com/tour/getting-started...
Roe Dubois
May 2, 20251 min read


Sharp Top Fiber Festival
To Our Fellow Explorers, With deepest gratitude and winds at our backs, we thank you for helping make our journey to the Sharp Top...
Roe Dubois
Apr 22, 20251 min read


New Record
Colors look way off, but wanted to share 70 skeins painted in 2 days. It was such a beautiful day thought I would finish the drying...
Roe Dubois
Mar 18, 20252 min read


The Surprising Origins of the Word "Skein"
If you're a knitter, crocheter, or fiber artist, you've probably handled countless skeins of yarn—but have you ever wondered where the...
Roe Dubois
Mar 11, 20251 min read


History of Stitch Markers
As I sat today and created Stitch Markers, I wondered when they were first used. I found this history.. Stitch markers have been a part...
Roe Dubois
Mar 11, 20251 min read
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