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Cable knitting patterns

Go Crazy for Cables

Inspiration  |  1 min read time

Fall in love with the twists and turns of these cable knitting patterns.

Crafting for Beginners: Moving On from Chunky Yarns

Crafting for Beginners: Moving On from Chunky Yarns

Crochet  |  3 min read time

Now that you’re a confident crafter with chunky yarn, it’s time to try something new!

Our Kit Levels: Moving from Beginner to Advanced Beginner

Our Kit Levels: Moving from Beginner to Advanced Beginner

Crochet  |  1 min read time

How do you know when it’s time to move up a kit level? We’re here to help you take the next step.

Free crafting patterns and kits for valentines day

Handmade With Love

Crochet  |  2 min read time

Valentines Day crafts and kits for you to make for your loved ones.

Your crafting questions answered

Your Crafting Questions Answered

Crochet  |  4 min read time

We answer your crafting FAQs - there’s no such thing as a silly question here! 

Lydia Morrow writes about her experience knitting with the Jolie 100% acrylic chunky yarn

Jolie and Me by Lydia Morrow

Guest Post  |  2 min read time

Read about Lydia’s experience knitting with the Jolie yarn, and how she made our patterns her own.

The Jolie Yarn and knitting and crochet pattern collection

It's All About Jolie

Crochet  |  3 min read time

One yarn, 12 patterns, and a very exciting Stitch & Story team photoshoot!

Free knitting pattern: Jute stitch scrunchie

Free Knitting Pattern: Jute Stitch Scrunchie

Free Pattern  |  1 min read time

A quick project that’s perfect for using up your scrap yarns.

Crafting for Beginners: Kits & Projects

Crafting for Beginners: Kits & Projects

Crochet  |  3 min read time

Find the right project for you and start your craft-filled journey. 

Set Your Crafting Intentions for 2022

Set Your Crafting Intentions for 2022

Crochet  |  3 min read time

Join us and find out how you can step into a new year full of creativity!

Our Top Film & TV Craftspirations

Our Top Film & TV Craftspirations

Crochet  |  1 min read time

Discover the on-screen knitted and crochet creations we’re in love with.

Knitting and crochet patterns for winter

The Ultimate Winter Warmers

Crochet  |  2 min read time

Kits and patterns guaranteed to keep you toasty. The cold never bothered us anyway...

6 Netflix Shows to Watch While You Craft

6 Netflix Shows to Watch While You Craft

Crochet  |  1 min read time

Settle down for a knitflix night in with our recommendations for every level of crafter.

Travelling with knitting and crochet projects

Travelling with Knitting and Crochet Projects

Crochet  |  3 min read time

Whether you’re travelling by plane, train, or automobile, here are our top tips to help you craft on the go.