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Knitting is a binding force that keeps the community connected through one art form. For newbies venturing into knitting, it can be a new, and sometimes mysterious task, especially if one is not aware of the basics such as the different types of knitting needles and needle sizes. The art of knitting is thousands of years old and still going strong. You might be surprised to learn that, historically, men were known for their proficiency in knitting and weaving. Fishermen on those bad weather days when it was not possible to set sail learned to mend nets and knit garments....

Knitting and crochet are labors of love. The creative crafts are as good as the tools. In fact, the right tools elevate the ability of a maker, bringing joy to the artist and passing on the pride of crafting to the project. Keeping in mind the love of a crafter for the craft, Lantern Moon recreates the beauty and luxury of ebony wood in its distinctive range of knitting needles, crochet hooks and accessories. Handmade is pride and having premium tools for your art is pure joy. Creating magic with its silk feel and smooth finish, Lantern Moon handcrafted range...

Do you have multiple stitches to cast on your knitting needles? The long tail cast on method is a popular technique for many knitting projects. The method works amazingly well, but as all knitters are different, they have their preferences. The long tail cast on is amazing but as you need a great number of stitches you must know the exact amount of yarn. You cannot risk running out of yarn as you will need to redo everything, waste expensive yarn and have long tails to weave in. New knitters might not understand the pain, but many knitters know the...

Have you ever lost yourself in a pattern? Do you knit or crochet while watching TV or catching up on a movie on Netflix? Then you are definitely in need of stitch markers. Like the name suggested they are markers for reference in important places of a pattern. A stitch marker is a craft essential, whether you are a knitter or crochet. The small yet mighty accessories are used to mark important places in your pattern and they are as important as the knitting needles or crochet hook. They can help you keep your place in a pattern, assist with...