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Pattern Chart Maker
Pattern Chart Maker

Recently added and now available on the site, you can now create your own pattern chart to your knitting or crochet patterns.

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Digital Row Counter
Digital Row Counter

For those of you, like me, who’s got multiple row counters and is constantly losing track of the many WIPs, you will find this handy. With this digital row counter, you can easily keep track of your rows as well as save multiple projects.

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3D Knitting: From Plastic to Sustainable Fashion
3D Knitting: From Plastic to Sustainable Fashion

Ever wondered what else you can do with your used red Solo cup? You can get crafty and decorate it to reuse as a planter. Or perhaps a homemade birdfeeder? How about turning it into sustainable fashion?

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[Interesting Engineering] Fully automated: Robots can knit clothes just by looking at fabric images
[Interesting Engineering] Fully automated: Robots can knit clothes just by looking at fabric images

Through the application of artificial intelligence, specifically deep learning and computer vision, researchers from Canada have found a way for robots to decipher knitting patterns from a finished garment.

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[Live Science] Scientists cram an entire computer into a single fiber of clothing — and you can even put it through your washing machine
[Live Science] Scientists cram an entire computer into a single fiber of clothing — and you can even put it through your washing machine

Are you tired of hearing about AI, robots, and everything “smart”? Well, you’re about to get some more news on the latest technological innovation. Recently, scientists discovered a breakthrough…

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Physicists Try to Decode Knitting
Physicists Try to Decode Knitting

Despite knit fabrics being ubiquitous—and even something you’re likely wearing—the fundamental mechanics of how they form shapes remain largely unexplained. This informative and entertaining…

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[Slate] Knitting Is the Coziest, Most Wholesome Tragedy of Trump’s Trade War
[Slate] Knitting Is the Coziest, Most Wholesome Tragedy of Trump’s Trade War

Tariffs, tariffs, tariffs. Everywhere I look, that’s all I see. News about tariffs. I knew it was only a matter of time until it trickled down to yarn and knitting supplies.

In the news today…

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[Nursing Times] Therapeutic knitting as a strategy to reduce anxiety in nursing students
[Nursing Times] Therapeutic knitting as a strategy to reduce anxiety in nursing students

With high pressure and long hours, nursing is one of the most stressful professions out there. It’s not uncommon for these healthcare professionals to face burnout and mental health issues.

As a result, the nursing faculty from West Chester University…

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Ribbed Beanie for Charity Project
Ribbed Beanie for Charity Project

This weekend is Labor Day weekend, which, to me, marks the unofficial start of knitting season! To celebrate, I’m launching my charity knitting project, which will run through the end of the year. Here’s how it works…

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[Science News] Scientists re-create a legendary golden fabric from clam waste
[Science News] Scientists re-create a legendary golden fabric from clam waste

For centuries, artisans have harvested these fibers to make golden silk garments. However, because the Pinna nobilis is now an endangered species, sea silk is incredibly rare…

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[Yahoo Health] Knitting Might Be One of the Best Hobbies for Aging and Mental Health—Here’s Why
[Yahoo Health] Knitting Might Be One of the Best Hobbies for Aging and Mental Health—Here’s Why

Knitting is a classic pastime that appeals to people of all ages, offering far more than simple enjoyment. Like many hobbies, it encourages social connection, builds a sense of community, and helps keep the mind sharp as we grow older. However, knitting stands out for its …

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Focus Friend App: The Bean Who Loves to Knit
Focus Friend App: The Bean Who Loves to Knit

Learn about Focus Friend, an app designed to combat smartphone addiction through engaging knitting tasks and timers.

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The Knit and Purl category consists of basic knit stitches designed using only knit and purl techniques. With skill levels ranging from easy to intermediate, these knitting stitch patterns are great for beginning knitters.
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Lace and Openwork category of knit stitch patterns involve increase and decrease techniques such as yarn over and knit two together to produce various lace and openwork designs.
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Textured and cable stitches require more advanced techniques than just knits and purls. Skill levels range from intermediate to experienced.
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3D Knitting: From Plastic to Sustainable Fashion

  By Purl Avenue 23 September, 2025 23 September, 2025 Knitting News

Ever wondered what else you can do with your used red Solo cup? You can get crafty and decorate it to reuse as a planter.… Continue reading

Tagged   3D knitting, Goog News Network, sustainable fashion
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[Interesting Engineering] Fully automated: Robots can knit clothes just by looking at fabric images

  By Purl Avenue 18 September, 2025 18 September, 2025 Knitting News

Through the application of artificial intelligence, specifically deep learning and computer vision, researchers from Canada have found a way for robots to decipher knitting patterns… Continue reading

Tagged   ai knitting, Interesting Engineering, robots knitting
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[Live Science] Scientists cram an entire computer into a single fiber of clothing — and you can even put it through your washing machine

  By Purl Avenue 9 September, 2025 9 September, 2025 Knitting News

Are you tired of hearing about AI, robots, and everything “smart”? Well, you’re about to get some more news on the latest technological innovation. Recently,… Continue reading

Tagged   Live Science, smart fibers, wearable technology
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Buster’s Knitted Bow Tie

  By Purl Avenue 7 September, 2025 13 September, 2025 Around the Neck, Patterns
Buster's Knitted Bowt Tie

Hi everyone! As most of you know, I have been working on a new scarf, shown here: After working on this for about a week,… Continue reading

Tagged   bow tie, dog, estonian braid, lateral braid, video, vikkel braid
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Rustic Ribbed Mesh Scarf

  By Purl Avenue 7 September, 2025 13 September, 2025 Around the Neck, Patterns
Rustic Ribbed Mesh Scarf

Hello everyone! Most of you may recall, several weeks ago, I began knitting a scarf. Here’s a pic to jog your memory. This is what… Continue reading

Tagged   cotton, lace, lateral braid, ribbed mesh stitch, scarf, Tahki Yarns, video
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Physicists Try to Decode Knitting

  By Purl Avenue 7 September, 2025 7 September, 2025 Knitting News

Despite knit fabrics being ubiquitous—and even something you’re likely wearing—the fundamental mechanics of how they form shapes remain largely unexplained. This informative and entertaining (if… Continue reading

Tagged   how knitting works, knit and purl stitches, science, SciShow
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