So it’s coming – the Game Of Wool: Britain’s Best Knitter is beginning in the UK, on Channel Four this Sunday.Let’s begin with how it all started – with Bake-Off, or The Great British Bake-Off. Have you ever felt the desire? To go on Bake-Off or Sewing Bee.Or more likely the scenario, have you ever been told,’Oh, . . .

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Watching The Game Of Wool: An Experienced Knitter’s Guide

Let’s Cast Off & Sew Up Together!There’s something so rewarding about that final stitch—the moment a project transforms from “in progress” to finished. But let’s be honest, sometimes we leave those last few stitches waiting far longer than we’d like!That’s why I’ve put together this week’s video—so we can finish our knits together. While I’m sewing . . .

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Finish Your Knits With Me

The Moment Your Knitting Becomes a Garment!There’s something magical about joining shoulder seams—it’s the step where your knitting transforms from a collection of pieces into something wearable. In my latest video, I take you through this satisfying moment as I seam the shoulders of my jumper.If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to join seams . . .

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Joining Shoulders on A Jumper – Rowan Bankfield

What makes a good knitting book?When you’re just starting out with knitting, choosing the right book can make all the difference. You want something that guides you clearly, builds your confidence, and answers your questions before you even realise you have them. At first glance, Knit Step By Step by DK seems like a promising choice—beautifully laid out, packed . . .

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Beginner Knitting Book Review: Is Knit Step By Step Really for Beginners?

Happy Knitty New Year!This is the perfect time to start fresh, not with pressure or perfection, but with gentle intentions for your knitting practice. What do you want your knitting to bring you this year—calm, creativity, connection? Today you have free access to the first episode of Knitting Rhythm, a podcast designed to guide you through . . .

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Knitting With Rhythm: Setting Knitting Intentions for 2025