As a keen knitter, it never ceases to amaze me how “female” my hobby has become. Most people think of knitting as being something little old ladies do, and in the past girls were taught knitting and crochet while the boys were off doing metalwork and woodwork. Gender stereotypes are being torn down in every other aspect of our daily lives, so why is it that we don’t have more men who knit? Read more »

If you’re keen to get on board with the latest knitting craze but don’t have much time, there is no point embarking on a complicated sweater pattern or attempting to create a blanket. Beginners need a “quick fix” project to prove to themselves that they can actually produce something, and this will spur them on to bigger and better things in the future. There is a whole host of projects which can be completed in an evening or less, it’s just a case of knowing where to look. Read more »

This one is for the beginners. You’ve never crocheted or knitted before but nonetheless have an interest in exploring a new craft (That’s why you’re here, isn’t it?) Well, this article contains the resources you need to learn the basics and get started with crocheting. Read more »