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Cut your knitting! How to work a crochet reinforced steek
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Cut your knitting! How to work a crochet reinforced steek

In this video I'm demonstrating how to reinforce and cut steeks on a cardigan, using the Galdor cardigan I designed as an example.  The advantage...

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What makes a good sock yarn? 5 characteristics to look for
Knitting tips

What makes a good sock yarn? 5 characteristics to look for

I love hand-knit socks. I love wearing them, knitting them, looking after them. But there’s no question that socks demand a lot of the yarn...

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What can I do with 25 grams of fibre? 
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What can I do with 25 grams of fibre? 

A lot of the carded fibre batts I make are around 25 grams. I get it. 25 g doesn't seem like that much fibre. Of...

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4 knitting projects to keep you knitting all the time
Knitting tips

4 knitting projects to keep you knitting all the time

Are you a monogamous knitter? I'm not. Whilst working exclusively on one project means each item gets finished faster, I like to pick and choose what to...

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