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Sock Knitting the Victorian Way

These 10 methods for sock knitting are not exhaustive, but they could keep you going for quite a while.

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Sensational Silk: A Must-Have Collection of Articles & Patterns

Ever since a cocoon fell into an empress’s teacup, silk has fascinated fiber artists.

Ribbed Scarf with a Crocheted Edging

Eyelets and a fancy crocheted edging add a lacy touch to Ann Budd’s Knit a Ribbed Scarf with a Crocheted Edging, adapted from Weldon’s Practical Needlework.

Knots and Loops: Untangling the Structure of Lace

Although knotted laces have the advantage of being stable, they have the disadvantage of taking a long time to make. Looped lace may be fast to make, but it lacks stability.

Hardanger Embroidery: Needlework to Do When Loneliness Comes

Anna Anderson began her tablecloth on her journey from Norway to the United States. “My mother gave me the tablecloth when I was leaving and told me that when I was feeling lonesome I should work on it,” she recalled.

What is Tunisian Crochet?

Get “hooked” on another style of crochet!

Surma Dani: An Embroidered Bag from Afghanistan

In a market, Chitra chanced upon a little bag from Afghanistan, which led her to research its tribal origins.

Tips for Practical Sock Knitting: Refooting a Sock

Refooting is a fascinating approach to knitting a sock in such a way that it can be easily resoled and reheeled after those areas give out to wear.

Pincushions Rule

Petite little darlings perfect for sampling a technique.

Tips for Practical Sock Knitting: Knitting Two Socks at Once

Learn about knitting two socks at once. Seriously, what could be more practical than this? Practical, yes; easy, maybe not!