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Giveaways, getaways, good causes and great gifts for the passionate knitter.

BOOKS
Expand your library with new needlecraft selections that inspire and inform.

Q+A WITH DEBBIE BLISS
Catch up with this popular author and designer of elegant knits for kids.

FRINGE BENEFITS
Jazz up a plain tote with easy-to-make I-cords for a look that's all the rage.

FEEDING THE FIBER BEAST
Drop that skein! Our savvy tips will help you manage your yarn obsession—and balance your budget. By Leslie Petrovski

CUTE X TWO
Designer  Christine Foley creates boldly hued sweaters and matching teddy togs to delight the younger set. By Daryl Brower

SHORE THINGS
Why stop knitting just because it's warm outside? Our hat, bag and breezy toppers are perfect for sunny days ahead.

THE BOLD SHOULDER
This collection of alluring coverups delivers a lot of style for very little effort.

DOUBLE DUTY
Meet Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs (a.k.a. the Yarn Girls), busy moms and co-owners of one of Manhattan's most popular knitting destinations.

INDIAN SUMMER
Keep your cool with a silk of cotton pullover, tank top of tunic.

DEAR DIARY
Have you been neglecting your man's wardrobe? Stitch up styles he'll love wearing all year ling.All my girlfriends are totally jealous of my awesome new crocheted skirt, halter and scarf.

GEOMETRY CLASS
The formula for a cushion wit great graphics: Basic stitches x variables in color = style squared.

ELEMENTS OF STYLE
These practical patterns are the building blocks of a knitted wardrobe.

THREE'S A CHARM
Looking for a good workout? Try this afghan on for size. It's got bobbles, cables and tassels—a treasure trove of texture.

LEARN TO KNIT
It's a cinch with our step-by-step guide.

LEARN TO CROCHET
Mastering the basics is as easy as 1-2-3.

Machine Know-How
Closeup on Yarns
Yarn Buying Guide
Techniques and Abbreviations
Instructions
Mail Order