Finding an escape from modern life in the booming world of arts and crafts
The resurgence of arts and crafts in Melbourne is exemplified by the popularity of the Drunken Knitwits knitting club, which blends socializing with creativity in local pubs.
Daughter turns mother's unfinished work into legacy of kindness
A Gippsland woman continues her late mother's legacy by completing her unfinished knitting projects to support those in need.
PM OTEPÄÄL ⟩ «I am embarrassed for my own country.» The biathlon knitting club unites athletes despite political tensions
The article discusses how a unique knitting club for biathletes fosters connections among sportspersons from various nations, despite ongoing political tensions between their countries.
Knitting competition celebrates ‘grandmacore’ trend
The Game of Wool competition debuts in Canada featuring Olympic diver Tom Daley as a judge, celebrating the increasingly popular 'grandmacore' trend among Millennials and Gen Z, which embraces traditional crafts over technology.
Marita Paasonen decided to embark on a wild project: "I would have never guessed that this would become such a big deal"
Marita Paasonen's journey from a knitting hobbyist to creating her own dress for the Emma Gala highlights the personal significance of creativity and self-expression.
Did you know that you can protest with a needle and thread?
Craftivism, a modern form of activism, promotes expressing political and social views through crafts like knitting and embroidery instead of traditional protest methods.
Finnish clothing brand shuts down after 20 years
The Finnish clothing brand Myssyfarmi, known for its use of Finnish sheep wool, is shutting down after 20 years in business, starting a clearance sale as it navigates profitability challenges.
The Olympic pastime, knitting during breaks: "It relaxes and helps to stay focused"
Olympic athletes in Milan-Cortina are increasingly using knitting as a therapeutic technique to manage performance anxiety and pressure.
Knitting attracts more and more - screen-free gatherings in Värmland
Interest in knitting and other handicrafts among young people is growing in Värmland, as a retreat from digital connectivity and productivity pressure.
Olympic Knitting: US Biathletes spend their spare time a little differently
The U.S. biathletes have taken up knitting during their downtime, showcasing a unique leisure activity among athletes.
Knitting activism should be debated in the Folketing
Katrine Daugaard, cultural spokesperson for the Liberal Alliance in Denmark, has brought the knitting campaign covering the country's nude female statues to parliamentary debate.
Eight Banana Boxes Donated. Edgar from Zany Knits Socks for Ukraine
Edgar, a dedicated knitter from Latvia, shares his passion for knitting socks to provide warmth for those affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Maren Uthaug: Come on, women can do more than just be naked
Maren Uthaug discusses women's representation in public sculptures and a group of women knitting clothes for nude statues in protest.
Maren Uthaug: Come on, women can do more than just be naked
A group of women in Denmark has begun knitting clothes for naked female statues in protest against their representation, as discussed by author Maren Uthaug.
Historian on Knitting and Coding: "There are many ways to share information without text"
Historian Jacqueline Malchow discusses the role of knitting as a tool for espionage and self-care, highlighting its potential as an analog method of protection against surveillance during the 39th Chaos Communication Congress.
In her previous job, one in six patients died. Now the entrepreneur sells knitting patterns to eight countries.
A former intensive care nurse, who experienced the high mortality of patients, finds joy in running a successful knitting pattern business that sold out in just three weeks.
F.A.Z. Series Quick & Smart: Why Knitting is Making a Comeback
The article explores the resurgence of knitting as a popular pastime and its appeal in contemporary society.
European Capital of Culture: A City That Stands Out
The article discusses the vibrant contributions of local women, who have displayed their knitted artworks throughout Trenčín as part of the city's European Capital of Culture 2026 program.
Attack from the Far East: When the last thread breaks
A Swabian knitting machine manufacturer, Mayer & Cie., has filed for insolvency due to the "fast fashion" trend and aggressive price competition from Chinese companies.
Attack from the Far East: When the Last Thread Breaks
A Swabian knitting machine manufacturer, Mayer & Cie., has gone bankrupt due to the 'Fast Fashion' trend and aggressive price competition from Chinese companies.