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Can I Take My Knitting Needles On A Plane?

The summer holidays are fast approaching, and for many knitting and crochet enthusiasts, the packing process will illuminate an interesting question... Can I take knitting needles on a plane?

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A Beginners Guide To Knitting Needles

What size do I need? Do I choose metal or wooden needles? What's the difference between UK and US sizing?

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5 Tips For Knitting The Warmest Mittens Ever!

Mittens are a must-have for the winter season, and although it's hard enough to create a finished article that fit perfectly, what's worse is knitting a pair of mittens that fail in their most important practical function - keeping you warm!

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5 Reasons Why Knitting Is Good For Your Health

Knitting is a hobby that can be taken up at any point during the year - it's creative, engaging, and most importantly, fun! But did you know that there are a number of surprising health benefits attached to your yarn crafting pastime?

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7 Items That Will Make You A Knitting Obsessive

It takes a lot of skill, patience and passion to become a knitting pro, but there are a few things you can get to give you the edge over your needlework companions - so why not indulge a little?

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4 Amazing Things You Didn't Know About Knitting

We may know our purl stitches from our cable cast-ons, but when it comes to the history and heritage behind our favourite pastime, how much do we really know? To give you a little glimpse into the secret world of knitting, Ajanta Studios let you in on our

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