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🙅🏼‍♀️ You don't need a knitting pattern

“You have succeeded in life when all you really wantis only what you really need.” -Vernon Howard Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way this guy loves minimalism. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Patterns? We don't need no stinking patterns. Stitchionary: A German twist on the cast on Pattern Pick: This cardigan is practically effortless PLUS: Walrus knitting, 70s vests, and more Disclaimer: This...
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📚 5 Books to Level Up Your Sweater Knitting Skills

"Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it's a rebirth of the spirit." —Toni Sorenson Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Lewis Miller loves planting flowers. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Master sweater knitting with these books Stitchionary: A stitch with a double weave Pattern Pick: This top makes the birds sing PLUS: Long term sweater knitting, cozy chickens, and more...
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🥰 5 Reasons Sweaters are the BEST Knitting Project

“My mother told me once that she had her talk with God whenever she started a new sweater: 'Please don't take me in the middle of the sweater.'” – Judy Blume Hello there! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way The Aquabats love a Red Sweater. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Why you should knit a sweater soon Stitchionary: A difficult flower stitch Pattern Pick: This sweater is back to basics PLUS: Cut of yarn, Baby corn, and...
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🫙 5 Clever Yarn Storage Ideas

“It takes as much energy to wish as it does to plan.” – Eleanor Roosevelt Hello there! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Marie Kondo loves to "Tidy Up". Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Putting every yarn in its place Stitchionary: A little bobble from Estonia Pattern Pick: This square shawl is an Estonian gem PLUS: Yarn barn, 1980s lace, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may contain sponsored ads and affiliate...
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🧵 Linen: An ancient, forgotten fiber

“If you've got nothing to dance about, find a reason to sing.” ― Melody Carstairs Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Lauren Paley loves singing in stairwells. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: The hidden benefits of linen Stitchionary: A stitch for berry picking Pattern Pick: This knitted t-shirt is perfect for a picnic PLUS: Is this knitting?, grafting knits, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter...
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⭕️ Did you know there are 4 ways to Yarn Over?

“The past has no power over the present moment.” ― Eckhart Tolle Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Bill Lumbergh loves memos Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 4 ways to make a yarn over Stitchionary: A stitch capturing sheaves of wheat Pattern Pick: This shawl is pure gold PLUS: Starting over, 90's throwback, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may contain sponsored ads and affiliate links.When...
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📕 Want to read a good "yarn" about being a knitter?

“Don’t let yesterday take up too much of today.” — Will Rogers Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way this guy loves reading. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 7 books about what it means to be a knitter Stitchionary: A different kind of wrap stitch Pattern Pick: This vest is a classic PLUS: Late night reading, flat rats, and more Disclaimer: This newsletter may contain sponsored ads and affiliate...
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💻 7 Knitting Blogs That Will Level Up Your Skills

“Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.” ― Robert Louis Stevenson Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Seth Godin loves blogging. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: 7 knitting blogs you should read Stitchionary: A different take on ribbing Pattern Pick: This lace tee is ready for spring PLUS: Knitting a mansion, embroidered knits, and more Disclaimer: This...
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🐼 Bamboo Yarn: Not just for Pandas

“By three methods we may learn wisdom:First, by reflection, which is noblest;Second, by imitation, which is easiest;and third by experience, which is the bitterest.” ― Confucious Hello there fellow knitter! This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way panda's love slides. Here's what we've got for you today... Knitspiration: Breaking down Bamboo Yarn Stitchionary: An Estonian wrap Pattern Pick: This knitted t-shirt is perfect for spring PLUS: Perfect...
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