With a background in painting, knitwear designer Ambah O’Brien (shown above, left) has a passion for color and interesting design. Her designs are straightforward to make, size inclusive and oh-so-wearable! When not designing, Ambah can be found wandering about her vegetable garden, sewing, thrifting or going for a beach ramble on the coast in Southern Victoria, Australia.…

We love each and every Looper out there…💙💙💙 Knitters that knit everyday. Knitters that knit when they can. Crocheters that always have a project on hand. And especially those of you that are dreaming of taking the next step. This Scoop’s for you! And because you deserve a treat, ALL of the patterns we’re sharing…

What makes someone a Star? Hard work. Dedication. Curiosity. Leadership. Passion. A Star is someone who breaks new ground and then shows us how to shine. And when we all have a place to shine, we can light up the sky. Our gaze if fixed on a stunning collection of designers and artists coming together…

We all know there are much more important things happening in the world right now than yarn. We also know it’s so important to continue to support independent makers – especially BIPOC – during this time. So, while we did postpone the Knit Stars Season 5 yarn sale by a week, it’s happening – starting…

If you’ve had your head down knitting this week, and have missed the crucial conversation around George Floyd in your fiber community, please tune in, take it in, learn, and find a way to support.  If you’re not sure where or how to begin, here are some suggestions: This very simple but powerful infographic series is…

Dream a little dream today. You just never know when it will come true. When I started a little yarn store 15 years ago, I never dreamed that we’d one day have our own yarn brand. Never imagined I’d journey up into the mountains of Peru, hang out with these fuzzy fellas at 15,000 feet,…

The wrinkles and little imperfections in these sweaters? Take them as a very good sign. These are my 3 all-time favorite sweaters in my personal hand-knit wardrobe. One is at least 7 years old. I wear these All. The. Time. And they’re all made from the same yarn: “Sparrow” 100% linen (link) from Quince & Co.…

Do you and your stash have a love-hate relationship? 😇😈 You’re not alone! Now – with so many of us at home – is the perfect time to organize your stash and works in progress, and rediscover the treasures that are hiding within…✨ This week, to celebrate Loops’ 15th Anniversary, I’m doing a series of…

By now, you know that our health care workers are running short on masks and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). We want to help! Join us in a make-along and help raise funds for PPE for our health care workers on the front lines. Fifty percent of all sales of this yarn will go to…

When you’re starting your climb up the mountain, the people at the top of their game seem to sit in the clouds. In your wildest dreams, you won’t ever reach the clouds… But despite the obstacles, you begin to take those steps up the hill, one foot after another. And you keep reminding yourself, those…

Wow, what a world we are living in. What we knew to be true changes almost daily, and… If you’re like me, your yarn has been a lifeline through it all. I believe knitting is truly a superpower. It’s creating. It’s healing. And best of all, it connects us. This is why I’m so pleased…

What does the world need now (besides a vaccine)? In a word: Yarn. Or to put it closer to the famous song…What the world needs now is love. Loops love! 💙😉 If you’re reading this, you’re likely feeling grateful for your yarn and all the benefits that come with knitting. With so many stuck at…