From the Introduction: “Many years ago, I managed a small yarn shop in the West Village of New York City. I often found a knitter leaning against the gate, waiting for me to open. Sometimes they were waiting to shop, but nine times out of ten, it was a knitter who had run into problems […]
Join me for the Palm Canyon KAL! It’s a fun knit with an integrated sleeve and tons of options. There are two different yarns, two different decorative seaming options, and the top is also fully reversible! The pattern comes with tutorials for a variety of neck options, gauge options, and body and sleeve length options. […]
We’re back from Otesaga just over a month, and I’m still thinking about it. Every year I come home from AffiKNITy feeling refilled. Not just from the classes or the yarn, but from the particular kind of ease that happens when you spend a few days surrounded by people who genuinely get it. The heart […]
Sure, the temperatures are climbing but there is absolutely no off-season for knitters. (Our needles don’t sweat. We’ve checked.) Whether you’re packing for a beach trip, hitting the farmers market, or just dreaming of lighter layers, warm-weather knitting is its own kind of joy. Think breezy tees, lightweight wraps, statement accessories, and cardigans you’ll actually […]
I can’t wait to go to Copenhagen! Mark your calendars for May 12 – 19, 2027, as I invite you on a once-in-a-lifetime knitting and crafts tour through the magic of Denmark’s capital city. Your Dream Knitting Retreat! AffiKNITy Copenhagen highlights the charm of the Danish capital – a springtime wonderland of culture, vibrancy, and […]
If you’ve been knitting for a while, chances are the idea of knitting your first sweater has crossed your mind. Maybe you’ve admired sweaters on social media, seen beautiful samples at your local yarn shop, or watched a friend proudly wear something they knit themselves. And then the little voice kicks in: “A sweater? That […]
Every January, knitters everywhere make the same declaration: “This is the year I’m finally knitting a sweater.” Of course, that’s a wonderful goal, and we have many sweater classes for you to explore. And while I love a good sweater as much as anyone, I want to offer you a different way to think about […]
Welcome to Part 2 of our 2025 Holiday Knitting Gift Guide! In Part 1, we highlighted some yarn gifts, project kits, and small-business favorites every knitter will love. Now, we’re focusing on something knitters can enjoy long after the holidays are over: books, learning tools, and online knitting classes. If you’re shopping for a knitter […]
Rhinebeck (The New York Sheep & Wool Festival)—it never fails to capture my heart. Even weeks after the festival, I’m still smiling thinking about all the yarn, sheep, and incredible people I got to meet. There’s something magical about this festival that goes beyond fiber: it’s the people, the laughter, the shared joy of knitting […]
The holiday season is the perfect time to give gifts that truly matter — not only to the knitters in your life but also to the small businesses and artisans behind the yarns, kits, and tools they love. In this first part of our 2025 Holiday Knitting Gift Guide, we’re highlighting local yarns, single-project kits, […]
Don’t miss out on registration opening for AffiKNITy 2026! Join my newsletter. Don’t forget to choose the “Knitting Retreat” list. Registration opens – October 25th at noon ET (for newsletter group – NOTE: Code for 2026 will be sent out the week before registration) – October 27th at noon am ET (for general public – […]
What do you get when you mix sheep, yarn, and a big group of knitters in their finest sweaters? Rhinebeck! The New York Sheep & Wool Festival is always one of my favorite times of the year, and this year promises to be filled with creativity, community, and maybe a few new skeins for the […]
Scotland & Shetland awaits, knitting enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for Aug 30 – Sept 8, 2026, as I invite you on a once-in-a-lifetime knitting and crafts tour through the picturesque landscapes and rich traditions of Scotland and a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Shetland Islands. Join us for an unforgettable journey, blending the art of knitting […]
What do you get when you mix breathtaking scenery, endless yarn, and some of the most inspiring makers in the knitting world? I just got back from an unforgettable SPJ Retreats Rhine River Cruise with some of the best in the fiber world: Jodi Brown & Tracie Millar (Grocery Girls Knit), Christopher Walker & Jamie […]
THANK YOU. I’m still pinching myself. Over 100,000 copies of Knitting Bag of Tricks have found their way into your hands in just over two and a half years. That’s 100,000 chances to rethink your knitting, improve your technique, and (hopefully!) giggle along the way. This little book was born out of my love of […]