With so many families staying home during COVID-19 lockdowns, interest in raising chickens has spiked. One chicken supplier said sales grew 400% in 2020 as …
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The image of Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont sitting in warm, cozy mittens and a plain brown coat on Inauguration Day continues to make the …
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It’s a rare thing for a child’s homework to turn into the best Christmas present ever, but that’s what happened when Julie Cordiner turned her …
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Emani Outterbridge’s creativity and crocheting skills have given her celebrity status. Her custom yarn designs have become popular with stars such as Cardi B. and …
Cats love to find warm, comfortable places to curl up and snooze or just keep an eye on the rest of the household. And some …
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Read moreThis Knitting Book Shows You How To Make Clothes And Creatures From ‘Harry Potter’
When it comes to working with shelter animals, there’s no shortage of opportunities at local rescue organizations. Whether you’re interested in walking dogs, fostering, cleaning …
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If you’ve been sweating your way through the past few muggy weeks, it may seem impossible for you to remember a time when it was …
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Sure, summer is over and we’re well into the fall season. But does that really mean we have to let go of our favorite summertime …
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If you’ve dismissed crocheting as something only older ladies do, you might want to rethink the stereotype. New research is giving all of us — …
Read moreStudy Finds That Crocheting Leads To A Variety Of Mental Health Benefits
Ever feel like you deserve a prize after an especially challenging spin class? Well, how would you feel about a brand-new, pure wool scarf, made …
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As a kid, were you ever taught how to thread a needle? I must admit that I never quite learned to sew, and I usually …
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The Olympics often make us privy to some of life’s more interesting stories. Athletes who have overcome personal obstacles. Teams who’ve work together to reach …
Read moreThis Is Why Finland’s Winter Olympics Team Has Taken Up Knitting
Here’s a story that will warm you up inside and out: An 87-year-old woman in Massachusetts is keeping the cold at bay by knitting hats …
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The New York City subway is always full of surprises and an eclectic range of people. You never know who you might see—or who might …
Read moreThis Man’s Business Took Off After Singer Frenchie Davis Saw Him Knitting On The Subway
Sam Barsky likes to knit, but he’s not your average hobbyist. Barsky’s speciality is sweaters—specifically sweaters that feature scenes from well-known landmarks and destinations throughout …
Read moreThis Man Knits Sweaters Of Famous Landmarks And Poses For Pictures In Front Of Them
Calling all knitters and crocheters! An initiative called “Little Hats, Big Hearts” is seeking volunteers to knit red newborn caps for babies born in the …
If you’re a knitter or crocheter, you know it can be incredibly relaxing. But while it can save you from stress, did you know it …
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It starts innocently enough. Your birthday is coming, grandma grabs her yarn and gets to work on a sweater or hat, maybe a pair of gloves. …
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The recent spate of cold weather has everyone rushing indoors. But what about our furry (and feathered) friends that live outside? Well now, the chickens …
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Are you feeling a little blue? If so, you might consider taking on a creative project, like knitting a scarf, baking a cake or making …
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Anna Marinenko is taking knitted apparel and products to a whole new level. What makes her line different? She uses 100% Australian merino wool yarn …
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Meet Grace Brett of the Souter Stormers knitting club. She’s a 104-year-old street grandmother and street artist. Her and her merry band of knitters recently yarn-bombed the Scottish towns of Selkirk, Ettrickbridge and Yarrow.
The truly inspiring thing is how prodigious the group is. The photos over at the Daily Record show just how much knitting and creativity went into this secret project. I can only hope that I’ll be this lucid and productive at 104.
(ht/Mental Floss)