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Why set knitting New Year’s resolutions?

15  Jan
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Knitting resolutions are different from gym resolutions. They’re tactile, creative, and immediately rewarding. When you start with small, specific goals like learning a new cast-on, finishing a long-lingering sweater, or swatching, you’ll keep momentum and joy front and center. TKGA exists to support knitters at every level with education, resources, and community — making it … Continue reading Why set knitting New Year’s resolutions? →

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TKGA Circle Community: A New Home for Knitters Everywhere

22  Dec
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The Knitting Guild Association (TKGA) has always been more than just an organization—it’s a vibrant community of knitters who share a passion for learning, creating, and connecting. For years, members have gathered digitally in our Facebook group, shared projects on Ravelry, and met in-person at guild events and fiber festivals. Now, we’re thrilled to announce … Continue reading TKGA Circle Community: A New Home for Knitters Everywhere →

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Be a Yarn Detective: A Yarn Stash Reset

10  Dec
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Starting the new year with an organized yarn stash saves time, reduces waste, and sparks creativity. When you find yarn without a ball band or leftover from another project, a few simple detective moves will tell you whether it’s a keeper, a candidate for a new project, or ready to be gifted or recycled. Quick, … Continue reading Be a Yarn Detective: A Yarn Stash Reset →

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A Knitter’s Toolbox

13  Nov
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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 →

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Enter, Impress, Learn: How Knitting Is Judged and Why It Matters for Your Craft

29  Oct
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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 →

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Who Is TKGA?

21  Oct
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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? →

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Fiber Content and Choosing the Right Yarn for Your Project 

29  Sep
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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  →

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Knitting for Others: How Handmade Gifts Create Comfort and Connection

10  Sep
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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 →

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Knitting Without the Aches: How to Get Your Body Ready for the Season Ahead

01  Sep
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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 →

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From Cast-On to Bind-Off: Transform Your Knitting Edges

29  Aug
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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 →