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— Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Crafting is the new downtime ritual. Whether you’ve always wanted to learn how to crochet ...

Did last week's winter blast make you long for warm woolen hats, mittens and scarfs? Then it's time to get out your knitting needles or crochet hook and whip up some yarny goodness before the temps ...

Knitting and crocheting have enjoyed something of a revival of late, with a host of celebrities including Cameron Diaz, Julia Roberts and even David Arquette getting their knitting needles out. Top ...

These Westchester yarn shops not only sell a wide variety of skeins, but many of them also offer classes to kick off your knitting or crocheting projects. Stop by for all the essentials, including ...