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Young people 'going back to basics with knitting'

East Lancashire woman introduces craft cafe

Young people are picking up new skills as they look to go back to basics, claims a knitting shop owner in Bermuda.

Irena Ashton, who owns The Black Purl knitting and yarn store, told the Royal Gazette Online that knitting is enjoying a huge comeback.

She explained that there are two main reasons why people knit.

"One, to make things - you can go to most stores and buy a nice sweater relatively cheaply, but it is different if someone has made it for you," Ms Ashton said.

She added that the sec... read more

Marie Wallin launches own website

Rowan head designer Marie Wallin website goes live

Rowan is pleased to announce that Marie Wallin, Rowan’s Head Designer is launching her own website – www.mariewallin.com on Thursday 23rd May 2013. Marie will continue in her role as Head Designer ... read more

Knitting councillor sparks meeting debate

Dallas yarn bombers decorate historic space

A councillor who decided to bring her knitting along to a meeting has sparked debate in the Cornish town of Liskeard.

During the first Liskeard Town Council meeting following the local elections, w... read more

The ‘punk’ Sheila Rock

The lady herself, Sheila Rock

On Thursday 25th April, I was invited to the preview and book signing of Sheila Rock’s (photographer extraordinaire) new book, ‘PUNK+’.

I’ve now known Sheila for nearly six years and in that time w... read more

Must-try knitting patterns for May

Must-try knitting patterns for May (Thinkstock)

While knitting is known for being more of a winter hobby, allowing you to make woolly jumpers, beautiful blankets and chunky scarves, this isn't the only season in which you can have fun with yarn.... read more

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