Recent


Latvia’s Favorite Knitter: Jette Užāne

Barbara Plakans recounts the story of one of Latvia’s most revered mitten knitters, Jette Užāne.

Creative Scrimping

Celia Sanderson learned to “make do” in Yorkshire, England, during World War II. Her creative thrift remains today in the stitches of a nightgown made from parachute silk, a suit made from cast-off curtains, and more.

Teaching Knitting to Tech-Savvy Learners

Five tips to engage knitters with technology

The Art of Needlework—Call for Submissions PieceWork Fall 2025

Share with us how art and handicraft influence each other.

Subscriber Exclusive

Welsh Lace Trim to Crochet

Toni Rexroat re-created the pattern from one of the pieces of lace brought to Oklahoma from Wales by Linda Ligon’s mother’s stepmother. Here is the lovely result.

Mid-Century Argyles

Connections to the past through beloved socks.

Kogin and Hishi

Stitches of Aomori Prefecture in Japan

Toys from Great-Grandmother Cindy’s Old Quilt

Looking at the threadbare layers, Shirley resolved to preserve what she could of the quilt by making a simple toy from the usable scraps.

Subscriber Exclusive

A Sweet Bodkin Holder

Stitch a small bolster pillow to store your tools in.

How Did They Do That? Cavandoli

Learn the technique for tying a Cavandoli friendship bracelet. The pattern lines move diagonally and are so simple a child can work them.