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🐑 The Naked Truth About Undyed Yarn

"Misfits aren't misfits among other misfits." – Barry Manilow Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Americans love root beer. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Why you should give undyed yarn a chance Stitchionary: A clever way to add a new color Pattern Pick: These knockers are completely knitted PLUS: Nudist knitting, knitting a nudist, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may contain sponsored ads...
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🖐🏼 5 Pattern Friday: Strictly Stripes

"Sometimes you surprise yourself with what you can handle, and if you come outthe other end with some wisdom, then it's not such a bad thing." – Boy George Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way JJ McCullough loves flags. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 5 striking striped knitting patterns Stitchionary: A striped stitch in front and behind bars Pattern Pick: These socks will have you walking on...
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🧬 What the Heck is Helix Knitting?

“Whoever is happy will make others happy too.” — Anne Frank Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Claire Saffitz loves peanut butter cookies. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Helix knitting will revolutionize your stripes Stitchionary: A two color wave, lacey stitch Pattern Pick: This baby blanket is off its axis PLUS: Gene therapy, knitting bananas, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may contain...
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🦓 The Simplicity of Self-Striping Yarn

“It’s a terrible thing, I think, in life to wait until you’re ready. There is almost no such thing as ready. There is only now. Generally speaking, now is as good a time as any.” — Hugh Laurie Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Tariq loves corn. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: The simple pleasure of self-striping yarn Stitchionary: A basic two color cast on Pattern Pick: This shawl was made for...
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🟧 🟦 The Clever Creativity of Color Block Knitting

"Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim.Accept no one's definition of your life; define yourself." – Harvey Fierstein Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way YoTricks loves Yo-Yos. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: The history of color blocking Stitchionary: A better way to carry yarn Pattern Pick: This sweater is an ode to the Mondrian dress PLUS: Caught blue handed,...
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🏁 When should you restart a knitting project?

"'Tis a lesson you should heed – Try again;If at first you don’t succeed, – Try again.Then your courage should appear;For if you will persevere,You will conquer, never fear, – Try again." – Edward Hickson Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Christ Stapleton loves starting over. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: When should you start over a project? Stitchionary: The right way to frog your knits...
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🎨 3 Tips for choosing the PERFECT yarn color

“For your own self-respect and sanity, your creative freedom, you have to be careful that you don’t rely too much on other people’s opinions of what you do because it can stunt and inhibit you.” — Luke Evans Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Gaston loves eggs. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 3 tips for finding your perfect yarn colors Stitchionary: A two-color version of a classic stitch...
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👚 5 knitted shirts to make this summer

“Action may not always bring happiness,but there is no happiness without action. ” ― William James Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Ryan Gosling loves action. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 5 knitted top projects for summer Stitchionary: A lacy rib stitch for lightweight tops Pattern Pick: This tank is full of luxurious lace PLUS: Watch for knitters, knitting monsters, and more Disclaimer:...
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🖐🏼 5 Cast Ons Every Knitter Should Know

“Isn't it nice to think that tomorrowis a new day with no mistakes in it yet?” ― L.M. Montgomery Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Little Orphan Annie loves Tomorrow. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Do you know these 5 essential cast ons? Stitchionary: Adding stability to your edges Pattern Pick: This reversible hat can be smooth or not PLUS: Knitting yourself, 1960s stripes, and more...
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