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Waffle Stitch Tutorial
On Day Seven of the Twelve Days of Knitmas MKAL, we’re knitting the Waffle Chart. The Waffle Chart is straightforward, but I’ve created this short tutorial for anyone who would...
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The perfect holiday gift knitting patterns
This time of year is a bit of a contradiction, eh? We're supposed to relax and spend time with the people we love. Meanwhile, many of us have maxed ourselves...
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Magical Woodland Knits - An Interview with Claire Garland
I recently acquired a copy of Claire Garland's book Magical Woodland Knits. I was immediately enchanted by the beautiful image and gold embossing on the front cover. It is a...
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All about issue twelve : utah / nevada!
For our most recent issue, Nomadic Knits traveled through Utah and Nevada, curating a collection of knitwear from fifteen local dyers and ten designers from around the world. The knitting...
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Books to Knit (and Travel!) To
Why is it that knitting and reading seem to go hand-in-hand? Whatever the reason, knitters are a reliable source of fantastic book and podcast recommendations. A few weeks ago, I...
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How to Block and Wash Hand-Knitted Socks
Do I need to block my hand-knitted socks? Yes! How do I block my hand-knitted socks? We've got you, read on! How do I wash my hand-knitted socks? We'll cover that, too!...
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How to Duplicate Stitch
What is Duplicate Stitching? Duplicate stitching is a form of embroidery that can be used to add design motifs to a completed knitting project. Using a tapestry needle and a...
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How to join in the round
JIR. Join in rnd. Join to work in the round. If you've only ever knitted flat before, or if you're brand-new to knitting altogether, you've come to the right place!...
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B's Knitting & Shenanigans 6.14.21
Where we are: New Mexico! Still.😂 Honestly, it was love at first sight, and when my wandering heart decides I need a more permanent space to hang my hat, this...
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Knitting & Shenanigans 5.30.21 B
Where we are: Nathan and I are still soaking in the sunshine in San Antonio, New Mexico. It seems to be getting hotter by the minute, but the evenings remain...
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Knitting & Shenanigans 5.25.21 B
Where we are: Nathan and I are in San Antonio, New Mexico near the Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge. We've been taking evening walks along the Rio Grande and moonlit...