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    Knitting a warm hat with patterns from the Poncho

    Cindy O'MalleyOctober 20, 202102.2K views

    Great instructions by Cindy O’Malley for knitting a very attractive cabled hat using Lion Brand Wool-Ease yarn. You can use the border of the hat to make a headband too. Free pattern

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    Knitting swatches to determine needle size and to measure gauge

    Cindy O'MalleyOctober 19, 202102.9K views

    Swatching Lion Brand Wool-Ease yarn to make three awesome knitted projects: a cabled poncho, a hat and handwarmers. See what the gauges look like depending on the stitch pattern. Free patterns

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    Knitting Lion Brand Wool Ease makes warm and easy care projects

    Cindy O'MalleyOctober 18, 202103.2K views

    A review of Lion Brand Wool-Ease yarn characteristics and benefits. Its fiber content may be suitable for some with wool allergies. Free patterns

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    FREE! KNITmuch Magazine Issue 13 Now Available!

    Carla A. CanonicoSeptember 19, 202122.2K views

    In KNITmuch Issue 13 we explore the knitting possibilities using Universal Yarn Penna and Odetta yarns, and how to design a men’s sweater vest. Get free knitting patterns and tutorials in this issue!

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    The Beginner Knitter Skills Builder – Step 4: The Cuddly Caterpillar

    Fiona StevensonSeptember 17, 202103.2K views

    Improve your knitting skills in one week! Beginner knitters build on the basics this week with tutorials to make this very cuddly stuffed caterpillar – free pattern. Using Lion Brand Yarns Feels Like Butta yarn

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    The Beginner Knitter Skills Builder – Step 3: Baby Booties

    Fiona StevensonSeptember 16, 202104.3K views

    Improve your knitting skills in one week! Beginner knitters build on the basics this week with tutorials to make these adorable Baby Booties – free pattern. Using Lion Brand Yarns Feels Like Butta yarn

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    The Beginner Knitter Skills Builder – Step 2: Pompom Baby Hat

    Fiona StevensonSeptember 15, 202123.6K views

    Improve your knitting skills in one week! Build on the basics today with tutorials to make this PomPom Baby Hat – free pattern. Using Lion Brand Yarns Feels Like Butta.

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    The Beginner Knitter Skills Builder – Step 1: I Wanna Knit a Blanket

    Fiona StevensonSeptember 14, 202103.5K views

    What to know about knitting corner to corner adorable baby blanket; learning how to make: yarn overs (YO) (instructions in pattern), knit two together decreases (K2tog), changing colors, and sewing in ends. Free patterns, awesome knitting tutorial. Lion Brand Yarns

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    Feels Like Butta yarn knits up soft beyond belief!

    Fiona StevensonSeptember 13, 202104.5K views

    No doubt, Feels Like Butta yarn is super soft but in our review of this yarn we find the stitch definition out of this world. Here are 3 free knitting patterns to enjoy the lovely texture of Lion Brand Yarns Feels Like Butta.

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    In knitting, considering complementary colors for Mandala Baby DK

    Cynthia MacDougallAugust 27, 202103.1K views

    How to create a stain-glass effect when knitting with Lion Brand Mandala DK yarn. A tutorial on how to choose a complementary color yarn. Free pattern.

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    Knitting a Mandala Baby DK sweater from a schematic – part 2

    Cynthia MacDougallAugust 26, 202102.6K views

    This is Part 2 of a tutorial on how to get the right gauge for knitting a sweater written for a gauge other than the one you want to knit with. All you need to work with is a schematic. Using Lion Brand Mandala DK yarn to knit a sweater – free pattern and great tutorial.

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    Knitting a Mandala Baby DK sweater from a schematic

    Cynthia MacDougallAugust 25, 202102.8K views

    Getting technical. Learn how to get the right gauge for knitting a sweater written for a gauge other than the one you want to knit with. All you need to work with is a schematic. Using Lion Brand Mandala DK yarn to knit a sweater – free pattern and great tutorial.

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    How to plan a knitting project with a long-span, variegated yarn

    Cynthia MacDougallAugust 24, 202102.7K views

    4 tips to help you plan for your next knitting project using long-span, variegated yarn such as Lion Brand Mandala Baby DK. What to watch or plan for in the color changes.

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    The fascinating characteristics of Lion Brand Mandala Baby DK

    Cynthia MacDougallAugust 23, 202103.3K views

    Cynthia MacDougall reviews Lion Brand Mandala Baby DK. Its gauge, how it knits up and what its best suited for. Join her on this week’s exploration of Mandala Baby DK.

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    Dressing up the table for the Tea Party

    Cindy O'MalleyJuly 30, 202102.4K views

    Knitting instructions for making a cake! See how sweet this cake is knitted with Universal Yarn Uptown Baby Sport in lovely pink colors. This completes the knitted Party Dress Set. Free knitting patterns.

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    Knitting Staghorn Cables for an Envelope Pillow Cover

    Sue SindreyFebruary 12, 2026035 views

    Sue Sindrey knits the upper envelope panel for her pillow cover in UNIVERSAL YARN Thula, working staghorn cables with stockinette, then finishing with ribbing for overlap.

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    Knit Honeycomb Stitch in the Round for a Thula Pillow Cover

    Sue SindreyFebruary 10, 2026040 views

    Knit honeycomb stitch in the round from the center out for a pillow cover using UNIVERSAL YARN Thula in Delphinium, Sue Sindrey shares m1 increases, and cable repeats.

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    Cable Throw Pillow Cover in UNIVERSAL YARN Thula, Honeycomb Stitch

    Sue SindreyFebruary 9, 2026034 views

    Explore UNIVERSAL YARN Thula’s shine and stitch definition with honeycomb and cable swatches as Sue Sindrey designs an envelope-style pillow cover, 18-inch square, in Delphinium.

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    Finishing and Blocking the Cozy Atlas Cardigan

    Cristina SimionoviciJanuary 16, 2026051 views

    Complete the Cozy Atlas Cardigan with finishing touches like weaving ends, sewing buttons, and blocking. See how Universal Yarn Linear blooms after washing.

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    Knitting Sleeves and a Button Band for the Cozy Atlas Cardigan

    Cristina SimionoviciJanuary 15, 2026044 views

    Finish the Cozy Atlas Cardigan by knitting roomy sleeves and adding a twisted rib button band. Learn stitch pickup ratios, magic loop tips, and sleeve shaping details.

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    The Cozy Atlas Cardigan Takes Shape with UNIVERSAL YARN Linear

    Cristina SimionoviciJanuary 14, 2026049 views

    Watch the Cozy Atlas Cardigan take shape as the back and fronts are knitted with Universal Yarn Linear. Shaping tips, helper yarn tracking, and relaxed body knitting.

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    Ready, go, knit! Knitting a Cozy Cardigan with UNIVERSAL YARN Linear

    Cristina SimionoviciJanuary 13, 2026055 views

    Follow along as a cozy winter cardigan begins using Universal Yarn Linear. Pattern selection, swatch blocking, supplies, and project prep before the first stitches.

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    Knitting for Winter Warmth with UNIVERSAL YARN Linear

    Cristina SimionoviciJanuary 12, 2026065 views

    Discover Universal Yarn Linear, a marled alpaca merino blend perfect for warm lightweight winter knits. Gauge swatching and needle choices to start a cozy project.

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    Reversible Knitted Christmas Tree Ornament | Uptown DK & Noelle Yarn

    Sue SindreyDecember 7, 2025086 views

    Knit a Christmas Tree reversible ornament using UNIVERSAL YARN Uptown DK and Noelle. Learn how to create day and night versions, add overstitching, and frame it in garter stitch.

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    Reversible Knitted Holiday Word Art Ornament | Uptown DK & Noelle Yarn

    Sue SindreyDecember 6, 2025087 views

    Create a joyful Holiday Word Art ornament featuring JOY and HO HO HO using UNIVERSAL Uptown DK and Noelle. Learn how to knit inlays, add overstitching, and frame the design.

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