A knitting-group discussion among friends about what the perfect yarn shop would look like turned into a business plan that resulted in a new store on the near-northside. The Hook and Needle Nook ...

When it’s too cold to go outside, being able to knit yourself a scarf or hat makes the weather (and staying indoors) just a bit bearable. But if stepping into a craft store with hundreds of different ...

Baskets of brightly colored yarn and needles were scattered on a few tables in the back, and McCay was restless. She checked her blog several times, refreshed her e-mail inbox and asked Hull to text ...

After spending months indoors, people are understandably getting a little antsy and looking for a fun, new way to pass the time. This slight case of stir-crazy has led to a cultural resurgence of some ...

Fiber arts enthusiasts took a major blow when Joann Fabrics closed, leaving many wondering where to procure new skeins of yarn or a new pack of stitch markers. Fortunately, many brick-and-mortar and ...

Crochet, an artform that has been practiced for centuries, offers a soothing, absorbing pastime. The technique of employing a crochet hook and yarn to create detailed, pleasing designs serves as a ...

“I’ll be fine.” I opened the door to the garage and marched into darkness. After I flicked on the light, I rummaged around storage boxes and uncovered three skeins of yarn. Unfortunately, I couldn’t ...