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5 Best Stash-Busting Patterns for Rainy Days in Hurricane Season
If you live anywhere near the coast (hello, fellow Floridians 👋), you know hurricane season means a mix of storm prep, stocking up, and hunkering down.
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Knitting Stitch Markers & Some of My Favorites
Find out everything you need to know about stitch markers and discover some of my faves!
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Sock Blockers: Necessary or Not?
As you know (or maybe you don't), I knit a ton of shortie socks.
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5 Knitting Measuring Tapes
My tape measure is a must for me as a knitter -- especially for knitting socks!
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The BEST Way to Substitute Yarn in a Pattern
Every time I pull up a pattern I want to knit, my #1 question in my head is:
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July Knitting & Reading Roundup
See what I was up to knitting + reading in July!

July 2025

The Top 10 Sock Knitting Books Every Knitter Should Own
Whether you're a sock-knitting newbie or a seasoned pro with a well-worn sock drawer, there's always something new to learn or be inspired by when it…
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8 Creative Ways to Display Yarn & Knitting Needles
Discover ways to organize and display your yarn and knitting needles no matter how much space you have to do it.
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How to Kitchener Sock Toes
You’ve made it to the end of your sock nd now you’re staring down the Kitchener stitch. Walk through these step-by-step instructions to Kitchener your…
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5 Essential Knitting Stitch Dictionaries (+ a Bonus Favorite!)
Whether planning a new colorwork masterpiece, exploring intricate cables, or just looking to play with texture, stitch dictionaries are the go-to…
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24 Summer Shortie Sock Tips & Patterns
As a Floridian, I love to knit shortie socks. Check out these tips, advice + patterns!
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Book Review: Unraveling by Peggy Orenstein
Every so often, a book comes along that stitches itself into your thoughts long after you’ve turned the final page.
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