Top 10 Fit Tips for Hand-Knit and Crochet Garments
Sweater fit expert Kim McBrien Evans shares her top ten tips for making knit and crochet garments that fit well on any body.
Read More
Category: Resources
Measuring Matters: Sleeve Measurements for a Perfect Fit
Good sleeve fit is essential for a successful sweater. Kim McBrien Evans explains which measurements to take, how to take them, and how they apply to making sweaters that fit. PLUS, help Kim improve fit resources for designers everywhere by adding your measurements to her anonymous survey.
Read More
Fibre Characteristics Deep Dive: Blends
An overview of some of the different types of blended fibres that are used in yarns, threads, and fabrics. Don’t miss this fascinating fibre finale in Master Spinner Michelle Boyd’s series on fibre characteristics!
Read More
Stay Crafty! Part 2: Evaluating Sources
[For Paid Members] In this second installment of her series about learning new crafts, Jessie McKitrick shares the importance of evaluating your sources, plus tips to find reliable crafting information.
Read More
Stay Crafty! Part 1: An Introduction to Crafting Research
[For Paid Members] In this first installment of a series about learning new crafts, Jessie McKitrick introduces us to some key strategies for tackling research.
Read More
Fibre Characteristics Deep Dive: Synthetics
[For Paid Members] An overview of a variety of synthetic fibres that are used in yarn, threads and fabric for crafting. Part of Master Spinner Michelle Boyd’s series of deep dives into fibre characteristics.
Read More
Sewing Tutorial: An Introduction to Appliqué Methods
[For Studio Members] An illustrated tutorial from quilting instructor Helen Mawdsley on various techniques and applications for appliqué in sewing and quilting.
Read More
Sleeves Part 3: Raglans. (Part Two of Two)
[For Armchair & Studio Members] Kim McBrien Evans continues her series on sweater size and fit, addressing the issue of raglan garment structure. In this second installment, she explains specific alterations – both the rationale and the calculations.
Read More