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How to Make a Pom Pom
Wanting to make a perfect pom pom to top off your beanie, scarf or just for fun? Learn how to use your new pom pom maker - and get our tips & tricks to get your pom pom looking as pretty as a picture!
Seven Sock Yarn Project Ideas - Not just for socks!
Multicoloured Sock Yarn 4 ply is perfect for keeping your toes cosy and colourful in handmade socks. But did you know that you can use it for other projects too?
Read on for seven of our favourite non-sock applications for these delightful balls of gradient goodness!
Meet Shelley Husband - Author, educator and Granny Square queen!
We sat down with Shelley Husband to dive into her world of crochet and creativity – head to the post to hear about her creative journey and pick up some serious crochet inspiration!
Nine Summer Knitting & Crochet Projects in Cotton for Warm Weather
Looking for something new to work on this summer? We’ve rounded up some of our favourite Cotton knitting patterns & crochet patterns that are perfect for warmer weather.
Christmas Crafting in Knit and Crochet
Elevate your Christmas decoration and gift-giving game with a sleigh-full of craft ideas!
We've put together some of our favourite Christmas patterns and ideas to make your day extra special - from free patterns for decor to our favourite easy-to-make gifting patterns, plus printable gift tags, we've got you sorted!
Lifelines in Knitting: Your Safety Net
If you’ve ever been through the painful process of unravelling your knitting to go back and fix a mistake, let us introduce you to a game-changing concept: the ‘lifeline'. This simple tool can act as a safety net for your knitting, giving you peace of mind when things go awry. Keep reading to find out how it works!
What is a tension square – and why is it so important for your knit or crochet projects?
Successfully knitting and crocheting garments is one part yarn, one part passion, one part patience...and one part tension! Here, we'll discuss why we make tension squares, how to make one, and how to adjust our project to account for differing tension.
Introducing Our Nancy Tee Knit-A-Long!
We’re thrilled to announce our Nancy Tee Knit-A-Long, where we work together on our PT 8669 Nancy Tee projects and share our experiences in a Facebook group! This project will commence in October 2024 and run for around eight weeks. Read on to find out more about Knit-A-Longs and how to participate.
Which cotton yarn is best? Choosing Between Cotton 8 Ply and Spring Cotton 8 Ply
Trying to decide between Cotton 8 ply and Spring Cotton 8 ply for your next project? Read on for a discussion about the differences and similarities between these two ranges and how they work in different projects.
Collection Reveal - New Season Cotton Patterns
Introducing our Spring 2024 Cotton Patterns! These breezy beauties are all designed to showcase the unique properties of Cotton - drapey, soft and oh-so-breathable, they're perfectly suited to Australia's varied climate.