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📘 5 Great Books About Knitting Socks

“Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change.” ― Wayne W. Dyer Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Mia loves putting on socks. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 5 Essential Sock Knitting Books Stitchionary: An stitch with a bird's eye view Pattern Pick: This is the one sock pattern to rule them all PLUS: Real sock knitting, duck feet, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may...
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🧪 The 7 Elements of a Knitted Sock

“Do not stop thinking of life as an adventure.You have no security unless you can live bravely, excitingly, imaginatively;unless you can choose a challenge instead of competence.” ― Eleanor Roosevelt Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Kevin Parry loves animating things. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: An anatomy of a knitted sock Stitchionary: A garter stitch heel Pattern Pick: This sock is not...
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🧦 Everything You Need to Know About Sock Yarn

“The only way of discovering the limits of the possibleis to venture a little way past them into the impossible.” ― Arthur C. Clarke Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Sofi Overton loves socks. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: What makes sock yarn so beloved? Stitchionary: A stitch for rice lovers? Pattern Pick: These socks are better than jelly rolls PLUS: Easy socks, Victorian socks, and more...
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🙅🏼‍♀️ You don't need a knitting pattern

“You have succeeded in life when all you really wantis only what you really need.” -Vernon Howard Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way this guy loves minimalism. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Patterns? We don't need no stinking patterns. Stitchionary: A German twist on the cast on Pattern Pick: This cardigan is practically effortless PLUS: Walrus knitting, 70s vests, and more Disclaimer: This...
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📚 5 Books to Level Up Your Sweater Knitting Skills

"Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it's a rebirth of the spirit." —Toni Sorenson Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Lewis Miller loves planting flowers. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Master sweater knitting with these books Stitchionary: A stitch with a double weave Pattern Pick: This top makes the birds sing PLUS: Long term sweater knitting, cozy chickens, and more...
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🥰 5 Reasons Sweaters are the BEST Knitting Project

“My mother told me once that she had her talk with God whenever she started a new sweater: 'Please don't take me in the middle of the sweater.'” – Judy Blume Hello there! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way The Aquabats love a Red Sweater. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Why you should knit a sweater soon Stitchionary: A difficult flower stitch Pattern Pick: This sweater is back to basics PLUS: Cut of yarn, Baby corn, and...
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🫙 5 Clever Yarn Storage Ideas

“It takes as much energy to wish as it does to plan.” – Eleanor Roosevelt Hello there! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Marie Kondo loves to "Tidy Up". Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Putting every yarn in its place Stitchionary: A little bobble from Estonia Pattern Pick: This square shawl is an Estonian gem PLUS: Yarn barn, 1980s lace, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may contain sponsored ads and affiliate...
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🧵 Linen: An ancient, forgotten fiber

“If you've got nothing to dance about, find a reason to sing.” ― Melody Carstairs Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Lauren Paley loves singing in stairwells. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: The hidden benefits of linen Stitchionary: A stitch for berry picking Pattern Pick: This knitted t-shirt is perfect for a picnic PLUS: Is this knitting?, grafting knits, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter...
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⭕️ Did you know there are 4 ways to Yarn Over?

“The past has no power over the present moment.” ― Eckhart Tolle Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Bill Lumbergh loves memos Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 4 ways to make a yarn over Stitchionary: A stitch capturing sheaves of wheat Pattern Pick: This shawl is pure gold PLUS: Starting over, 90's throwback, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may contain sponsored ads and affiliate links.When...
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