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Where to Find Knitting and Crochet...

Where to Find Knitting and Crochet Patterns (and What to Know Before You Download) So, you’ve got your yarn ready — maybe a squishy skein from The Wool...
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Nov 08, 25
5 Patterns To Use Up Scrap...

What to Do With Leftover Yarn? Start Here. If you're a knitter or crocheter, chances are you’ve got a growing pile of leftover yarn—those odd bits and partial skeins...
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Jul 22, 25
10 Beautiful Projects You Can Make...

Let’s be honest—sock yarn gets typecast. It’s right there in the name, after all. But if you’ve ever looked at a gorgeous skein of hand-dyed sock yarn and...
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Jun 25, 25
10 Handmade Gift Ideas You Can...

Looking for some gift ideas you can knit? Get your needles ready, because we've got a list of 10 knit (or crochet)-tastic gift ideas coming your way! ...
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Nov 04, 24

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Yarn 101

Learn the basics of yarn, fibres, dye lots, construction, and labels so you can understand yarn and shop with confidence.

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Choosing and Using Yarn

Guides to choosing the right yarn, substituting yarns, caring for knits, and using yarn wisely for successful projects

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Projects and Inspiration

Knitting and crochet project ideas, pattern inspiration, and creative ways to use your yarn beyond the obvious.

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The Wool Pirate Journal

Thoughtful stories, behind-the-scenes posts, and reflections on yarn, making, and life aboard The Black Purl.

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