SUBNow Streaming: Diagnose Your Damage and Make a Mending Plan
We find that many knitters struggle to decide which mending method to use, which yarns will work, and so on. So, let’s talk about it!
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SUBWe find that many knitters struggle to decide which mending method to use, which yarns will work, and so on. So, let’s talk about it!

Snags, moths, and daily wear can leave our knits with holes. Woven patches are a great way to combat holes large and small before they can run and enlarge. We’ll show you three easy ways to get mending now.

High arches often mean that beautiful handknit socks are uncomfortable and rarely get worn—until you adjust the heel depth to create the extra room your foot actually needs.

If you are a knitter, this mending technique is the key to caring for handknits, and we have few tips to make it more secure and creative. Plus, we’re kicking off a month-long mend-along!

This reversible cowl is surprisingly easy to knit and adapt to other yarns. We’ve got 3 ways to make it your own (and you might have these yarns in your stash)!

In celebration of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, we have pulled a few great pieces from the archives of Jane Austen Knits Magazine—a sheepy article, a sweet tea cozy, and a great pair of fingerless mitts.

Learn which shawl shape gives you the drape, wrap, and styling options you love most.

Like sisters, these two cast-ons are so similar and so different. Take a closer look and see how they work—so you can begin your next project wisely.

An airy halo is the key to the Pole Vest’s lightweight warmth. Get the pattern and take a closer look at this special yarn from the Faroe Islands.

There are several great ways to knit perfect single-row stripes in the round. Which way is best? Check out our list of pros and cons and get ready to cast on two patterns in our library.

Discover which yarn-joining method works best for your fiber, project type, and knitting style.

Learn how yoke depth impacts fit, style, and silhouette—and a great trick for adjusting a pattern for your preferred ease.