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FREE Knit Cowl Pattern Holiday Teacher Gift Idea

Around this time of year we start to think about the people that have touched our lives, or the lives of those that we love, in one way or another. Katelyn, my Social Media Manager, has a young child who is in preschool. She wanted to make something special for…

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Avoid a Loose Ribbing in your Knit Hat

When knitting a hat with a knit 2, purl 2 ribbing I see many beginnings struggle to get their tension just right. In this video I will show you a little trick to get perfectly even ribbing for your next hat project.

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Free Crochet Pattern-The Granny Lace Crochet Cardigan

I always talk about the importance of checking gauge before starting a project and today I want to show you one of the cool ways that you can use this information to your advantage. The Granny Lace Crochet Cardigan is a spin off pattern from the Marly’s Granny Square Cardigan….

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Knit and Crochet Gift Ideas and Stocking Stuffers

Around this time of year most knitters and crocheters start to focus on making gifts for others. It can be hard for those that we know and love to find the perfect gift for us. My team has put together a list of knit and crochet gift ideas for you…

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Chat with Mason Dixon Knitting and Marly Bird

Join Marly Bird and guest Ann & Kay, of Mason Dixon Knitting, on the Yarn Thing Podcast at 10am MST on Tuesday November 28th.

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Knit Video Tutorial-Up the Volume Scarf with Collage Yarn

Red Heart had a new FREE scarf pattern that was designed with their NEW yarn, Collage. Collage is a bulky yarn making this a super quick pattern. Not only is this a quick pattern, it is also easy since it is all done in garter stitch. Join me as I…

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Are you a Yarnpreneur? Meet Jess Mason and find out.

Join Marly Bird and guest Jess Mason, of the Yarnpreneur Society, on the Yarn Thing Podcast at 10 am MST on Tuesday November 21, 2017. Learn all about the Yarnpreneur Society, why it was created and how to join.

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How to Knit Easy and Quick Absolute Beginner Chunky Scarf

If you are new to knitting or want to make your first project this video is perfect for you. In this video I will show you each step to make this FREE scarf from Red Heart, Up the Volume Scarf. Using chunky yarn and large needles this pattern works up…

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Cable Crochet Made Easy with Bonnie Bay Crochet

Have you considered making cables in crochet? Sometimes looking at crochet cables can make it look like an intimidating technique. Bonnie Barker had just launched a self published book called “Cable Crochet Made Easy” to help ease you into working with Cables.

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Hygge Crochet Mini Candy Basket

The hygge crochet mini candy basket is a quick gift you can work up for a teacher, co-worker, or a friend. This basket is a mini version of the larger Hygge Color Block Baskets free pattern from redheart.com.

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