Looking for a new hobby? Knitting is a calming option that anyone can pick up with the right knitting essentials.

this fingerless gloves knitting pattern starts off with a rib on a smaller needle. A rib is a type of stitch that creates vertical columns of knit and purl to create an elasticated fabric – perfect ...

And if you'd like even more yarn craft inspiration, don't miss our crochet patterns for babies, too. Beginner, intermediate and advanced knitters, grab your needles and yarn and get started on one of ...

Colombo – Sri Lanka's Browns Fabric Ltd has been acquired by knitted fabric manufacturer, Ceylon Knit Trend, a major supplier to leading sportswear brands such as Patagonia.

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores was founded in 1943 as a single retail store. It is now the nation's largest fabric and craft retailer with more than 850 stores in 49 states.

My advice would be to take your time and practice a few basic stitches on a bit of scrap crochet or fabric before you begin ... If you like the idea of knitting a bear, there is a free pattern online.