LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Wayne McElveen, former Calcasieu Parish Sheriff and Ward Three City Marshal, passed away this morning at the age of 87, according to Johnson Funeral Home. McElveen served as ...

After more than 30 years of inspiring makers and showcasing textile brilliance, The Knitting & Stitching Show has a fresh new look and a brand-new name: Knit + Stitch. While the name and logo have had ...

Knitted fiddle toys can be helpful for people with dementia with restless hands. Knit our festive Snuggle Elf to give as a seasonal toy. Back in 2018 we published a Snuggle Bear pattern written by ...

People living with dementia sometimes become restless or develop fidgeting behaviours as the condition develops. In some cases, fidget toys or twiddlemuffs can help the person feel more relaxed and ...

Welcome to the world of knitting. It’s a craft where you make fabric by linking yarn loops with needles. To start, you’ll need some basic things like yarn and needles. Choosing the right yarn and ...

When it comes to knitting complex motifs, a pattern is a needleworker’s best friend. But what if you want to customize one yourself? What about text? Fortunately, Zurich-based designer Rüdiger ...

You can try to deny it all you want, but the cold is here, so you may as well embrace it. I love the colder months as it gives me an excuse to cuddle up on the couch (snug as a bug in a rug) and get ...

Want your crochet to look like it’s been knitted? 🧶 In this clear, beginner-friendly tutorial, you’ll learn how to crochet in the third loop only — a simple technique that creates a beautiful ...

Jill Schramm/MDN Minot High student Arlene Sharp works on a crochet project during a club meeting Thursday. Nearby is a crocheted, stuffed animal that she completed. When Minot High student Claire ...

Looking for a new knitting stitch to master? Brioche stitch knitting is a great technique to learn that produces a chunky ribbed look that is perfect for a range of garment and homeware projects. If ...

With the announcement in February that all Joann fabric and craft stores would be closing, sewing and quilting enthusiasts began seeking other places to buy fabric. For most sewers, no matter if they ...