Description Freeform crochet is a pattern-free, artistic technique where crochet stitches are used spontaneously to create 2D or 3D fabric, often described as “painting with yarn” or “taking your yarn for a walk”. It involves mixing colours, textures, and varied techniques—sometimes combined with knitting or other fibre arts—without following traditional…
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Introduction to Freeform Crochet: Improv Summer Wrap
Description Freeform crochet is a pattern-free, artistic technique where crochet stitches are used spontaneously to create 2D or 3D fabric, often described as “painting with yarn” or “taking your yarn for a walk”. It involves mixing colours, textures, and varied techniques—sometimes combined with knitting or other fibre arts—without following…
Continue ReadingEntrelac Candy Mittens
Description Learn the entrelac knitting technique and make these sweet mittens in tiny bite-sized pieces. Entrelac is a wonderful way to knit small, joined sections that work up into a textural, woven look. It’s great for stashbusting, self-striping yarns, gradients cakes, and colour play. As a side bonus, you’ll learn…
Continue ReadingLearn a New Sock Heel
Description Learn the new Aknitica sock heel method from the designer herself! These heels are logical, repeatable, and memorizable — as any good heel should be — and you may find yourself using them in all sorts of sock projects. Learn the basic shape and how it works so you…
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