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Tips on Photography

We've gathered some tips for you to take better pictures of your projects, so the focus is on your hard work and everyone can see what you're doing.

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How to Make Any Scarf a Super Scarf

Get your needles and hooks ready because Super Sized scarves are the hottest trend right now when it comes to winter accessories!

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Customize Your Granny Super Scarf

Our designer Emily walks through how to customize your Granny Super Scarf with the endless color combinations of Caron Simply Soft!

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9 Ways to Tie Your Super Scarf

Watch as we show you 9 ways to tie your super scarf! This trending fall accessory is great for layering and super cozy!

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Stylish Ways to Wear Your Poncho!

A poncho can be a fashionable way to protect you from those cold fall days when sweater weather is upon us. While we love a good sweater…

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Color Work: 4 Rules of Striping

Gayle, our Head Designer, shares 4 rules of striping and how to pick the perfect shades for our Knit Crew Neck Pullover.

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Free-Motion Stitching - Let It Go!

Free-motion stitching takes a bit of getting used to, but it’s very freeing not to depend on the machine’s feed dogs and presser foot to keep the fabric moving. With free-motion work, you’re in charge of the direction (any) and the speed at which the fabric moves (any).

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Color Suggestions for Ombre

If you're interested in creating an ombre effect but aren't sure which colors to use, read on! We have eight color combination suggestions for you, plus more ideas on creating your own effects.

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8 Tips for Sewing with Sheer Fabrics

Whether you’re sewing up something special for prom, a wedding or other special occasion, or just planning ahead for your summer wardrobe, chances are good that there’s a least one sheer fabric involved in the adventure.

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Hand Sewing Tips

Much as some people like to sew everything on the sewing machine, there are times when sewing by hand may be a better option. A project with hand sewing is also portable—you can take it with you when you travel or to local events with “waiting time” like at a...

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10 Ways to Add Room to Grow in Kid's Clothes

It’s fun to make kid’s clothes, but just a little discouraging to have them outgrow things before their time. So plan ahead and build room to grow in the garment to deal with those unexpected spurts so your handcrafted clothes will still be usable

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Puzzled by Zippers? A Guide to Choosing a Zipper

Are you totally confused when you stand in front of the zipper display?Don’t be! the first thing you need to know is that …