As stated in last week’s column, there are terms and techniques specific to each crafting genre. One benefit of a universal code for crafting is that across the world, all ...

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Our free Christmas stocking knitting pattern below is a great project for beginners looking to get into cable knitting. Knitted from the top down, the first section is all garter stitch (great for TV ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. If you're planning on having a Tomato Girl Summer, red gingham is a necessity. The little blueberries ...

Every breath you take, they really may be watching you. By Veronique Greenwood Your thumbprint, the pattern of lines in the iris of your eye: These are known to be more or less unique to each person, ...

In the more than 80 years since Māori Rafter & Tāniko Designs first saw the light of day, the book’s clear text and sumptuous colour patterns have served legions of readers and craftspeople. Now ...

No equipment? No problem! New books teach crafters to knit without needles, sew clothing without a machine, and woodwork without power tools. Sabrina-Rose Benedict. Better Day, Nov. Benedict has ...

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Polka dot-printed clothing is about as classic as it gets, but we’ve seen a resurgence of the timeless pattern stamped onto new season silhouettes. It popped up during the spring/summer 2025 shows, ...

If you love knitting, we have some wonderful free spring knitting patterns to add to your project list. There are so many brilliant designs to choose from to add to your handmade wardrobe. We've ...

Fashion’s a zoo—or at least it’s starting to look like one. Winter’s breakout trend is further testament that womenswear is distancing itself from the mellow temperament of quiet luxury. Everyone ...