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Silk: The Stuff of Dreams
Using this exotic fiber -- qualities of silk, silk yarns, spinning silk.
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Gift Ideas for Yarn Artists
Yarn artists love their crafts so much that they are happy to share their projects with everyone. But, what if it's their turn to receive?
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Hiding a Yarn Stash Creatively
When yarn starts to take over a home, find clever spaces to store it. Yarn can be stored almost anywhere with some creative thinking and simple suggestions like these.
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Gift Ideas for Needlework Artists
Fiber artists are typically so generous that their projects are given out to almost everyone they know. But, what if it's their turn to receive?
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Health Benefits of Knit & Crochet
The current resurgence of hand-knitting and crochet may very well owe its popularity to the desire for promised health benefits.
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Health Benefits of Knit & Crochet
The current resurgence of hand-knitting and crochet may very well owe its popularity to the desire for promised health benefits.
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Novelty Yarn in Knit & Crochet
Novelty yarns are wonderful; not only do they look great, but the yarn does most of the work. Discover how easy it is to use these glamorous fibers and adaptable yarns.
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Organic Fiber Art with Nobel Laureates
Science and the fiber arts are now walking hand in hand. Five fiber artists and a Nobel Laureate have joined forces to explore what happens when yarn meets science.
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Ewe Stash Application for the iPhone
A brand new application for the iPhone has just been released. It caters to fiber artists and keeps on-the-go yarners organized. Best of all, there are no lists to lose.
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Ewe Stash Application for the iPhone
A brand new application for the iPhone has just been released. It caters to fiber artists and keeps on-the-go yarners organized. Best of all, there are no lists to lose.
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DYEING: Kool Aide and Jello
Kool Aide and Jello are very good non-toxic dyes for wool and other protein fibers. Try out this simple recipe with the kids soon.
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Knit and Crochet Wire Jewelry
Knitters and Crocheters alike - get ready to make wire jewelry. Explore the art of knit / crochet jewelry-making with this fabulous book.
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101 Stitch Patterns to Knit or Crochet Gift Sets
Interweave Press has recently released the box sets, 101 Stitches to Crochet & 101 Stitches to Knit. They make terrific gifts for knitters and crocheters.
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Answer Books in Knit & Crochet
The Knitting Answer Book and The Crochet Answer Books, published by Storey, are great companion books for fiber artists--at home or on the go.
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Basic Feltmaking
Felt making is an ancient fiber process. This article gives the basic directions for felt making and an easy beginner project.
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Christmas Eve Quick Knit & Crochet
It's Christmas Eve, and the knitting and/or crocheting isn't done. Don't panic, because there is an easy solution.
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Different Types of Felt and How They are Used
There are different types of felt available, each one having a different application. This is a great textile for crafts and sewing projects and is easy to sew.
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Goth Knit & The AntiCraft
The AntiCraft is self-heralded as "knitting, beading, and stitching for the slightly sinister," and it means it. Take a close look before buying!
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Hand Pain and Fiber Art
Knitting and crocheting should never be painful. Follow these recommendations to prevent aches and pains.
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Hand Pain, Knit and Crochet
Knitting and crocheting should never be painful. Follow a few basic recommendations to prevent aches and pains.
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INTO THE SPOTLIGHT
This article will help to inform you about some of our most famous Black American visual artists and writers. Their tradition has been recognized for less than one hundred years, but their output is prolific and obviously enriching. Partake of this! It is one of the major benefits of living in our diverse U.S.
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Knitting: Getting Inspired and Getting Started
Knitting -- the knotting of yarns to form a fabric -- and spinning -- the twisting of fibers to form a thread or yarn -- are traditional human activities to do, to appreciate, and to share. It's easy to get started knitting, and you'll find a wealth of information and inspiration on the Internet.
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Teach Art Classes as a Business
An artist spends many hours perfecting techniques that other people struggle with. Teaching art classes allows the artist to share knowledge and earn a living.
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Choosing a Knitting Pattern: The Big Picture
When you're picking out a pattern, keep in mind your budget, the shape of the person you're knitting for, the colors that flatter this person, and your own knitting preferences.
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Knitting on a Budget: It Can Be Done!
Yarn is the palette of the fiber artist, and just as a painter has to have paints, a knitter has to have yarn. There is a lot of beauty out there to tempt the knitter into spending money. But there are alternatives, like adapting patterns and yarns, spinning your own yarns, and buying cheaper yarns at discount stores.
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Last Minute Knit and Crochet Xmas
There is still time before Christmas to create quick, unique, beautiful and quality gift items, even if it's Christmas Eve. And, the recipients will be thrilled.
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Needle Felting in Sewing Projects
The technique of needle felting is used to add embellishments to many different sewing and needlecraft projects. The sharp barbed needle can be worked by hand or machine.
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New Year’s Resolutions
As devoted as they are, even fiber artists need resolutions. Here are some to get started.
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Small Gifts to Knit & Crochet for Christmas
Knitters and crocheters need not panic about Xmas gifts, especially when economies are so tight. Small gifts count, too, sometimes even more than the big ones.
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The Characteristics of Wool Fiber
Wool fleece can be spun into yarn because of the special properties of wool fiber.
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Top 10 US Art Schools Compared
A look at visiting artists, tuition and famous alumni of the top undergraduate art schools in the United States.
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