Every knitter builds a toolbox over time — a comforting mix of essentials that travel from project to project and the occasional splurge that sparks joy. Whether you’re just learning your first cast-on, teaching a friend, or polishing a professional-level technique, the right tools make knitting smoother, neater, and more fun. Why have a Knitter’s … Continue reading A Knitter’s Toolbox
Judging in knitting is about more than ribbons and rankings; it’s a chance to celebrate craft, encourage growth, and share standards that help every knitter improve. Competitions at a local fair, an online gallery, or a national design contest all bring attention to technique, creativity, and presentation, and they offer knitters feedback they can use … Continue reading Enter, Impress, Learn: How Knitting Is Judged and Why It Matters for Your Craft
The Knitting Guild Association (TKGA) is a global, volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to advancing the craft of hand knitting through education, community, and standards of excellence. TKGA exists to help knitters at every stage grow their skills, share knowledge, and celebrate knitting traditions while supporting modern, practical pathways for makers who want to teach, design, or … Continue reading Who Is TKGA?
Why fiber content matters Choosing yarn isn’t just about color or yardage, fiber content determines warmth, drape, elasticity, durability, and care requirements. Animal, plant, and synthetic fibers each bring distinct performance traits, and those traits shape how a finished item will look, feel, and behave over time. If the item you are knitting is a … Continue reading Fiber Content and Choosing the Right Yarn for Your Project
Knitting is more than a hobby—it’s a way to show love, offer comfort, and build community. Whether you’re crafting baby hats for new parents or lap blankets for hospice patients, knitting for others transforms yarn into something deeply meaningful. At The Knitting Guild Association (TKGA), we celebrate this spirit of generosity through our annual Charity … Continue reading Knitting for Others: How Handmade Gifts Create Comfort and Connection
Did you take a little break from knitting this summer? Maybe your needles sat idle while you soaked up sunshine, traveled, or simply gave your hands a rest. As autumn approaches and the rhythm of cooler days calls us back to our yarn baskets, it’s the perfect time to check in—not just with your stash, … Continue reading Knitting Without the Aches: How to Get Your Body Ready for the Season Ahead
As knitters, we often begin our journey with the essentials—learning to cast on, knit and purl, bind off, and manage tension. These foundational skills are the bedrock of every project, and revisiting them regularly helps us refine our technique and deepen our understanding. Last year, we explored these fundamentals in our “Back to Basics” blog … Continue reading From Cast-On to Bind-Off: Transform Your Knitting Edges
Norway’s dramatic landscapes—snow-dusted mountains, deep fjords, and cozy villages—aren’t just postcard-perfect. They’ve also shaped one of the world’s most beloved knitting traditions. From the iconic Selbu mittens to the bold Marius sweater, Norwegian knitting is a tapestry of history, heritage, and heart. Selbu Mittens No conversation about Norwegian knitting is complete without the legendary Selbuvotter. … Continue reading Knitting Through the Fjords: Exploring Norwegian Traditions
Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just casting on your first project, there’s one finishing step that can elevate your knitting from handmade to heirloom: blocking. It’s the not-so-secret sauce that helps your stitches bloom, your lace open up, and your garments fit just right. Yet, for many knitters, blocking remains a bit of a … Continue reading Why Blocking Matters: Unlocking the Magic in Your Swatches and Knits
There’s something magical about the rhythmic clink of needles accompanied by the sound of gentle waves or splashing pool water. Summer is the perfect time to pack up your knitting bag and head outdoors—yes, even to the beach or pool. All you need is the right project, the right yarn, and a spot of shade. … Continue reading Sun, Sand, and Stitches: Knitting at the Beach or Poolside
