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Lantern Moon’s Gift of Relaxation for Mother’s Day

Lantern Moon’s Gift of Relaxation for Mother’s Day

Mother's Day is fast approaching! Are you overwhelmed with what to gift her that shows how much you cherish her? While store-bought gifts are great, there's something very remarkable about handmade. Crafted with your hands, it makes it much more precious to Mom. If your mother is a knitter or crocheter, the choice becomes easier, something that helps her pursue her creativity. It's not just any knitting needles or crochet hooks; it's her tools of creative expression and relaxation. This year, why not give the gift of relaxation with Lantern Moon? The handcrafted collection offers incredible knitting needles, crochet hooks,...

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Summer Crafting: Knitting a Mitered Square Blanket with Scrap Yarn

Summer Crafting: Knitting a Mitered Square Blanket with Scrap Yarn

Want to knit something fabulous this summer for your outdoor outings? Summer days are ideal for picnics, so why not work on a blanket with your knitting needles for the fun times? A picnic blanket is fun to make and adds to the fun of basking in summer bliss in your favorite park or garden by a pool or lake. Knitted picnic blankets give you endless opportunities to experiment with your needles. Moreover, they're perfect for working with yarn stash left over from previous projects. Now, for a picnic blanket, there are plenty of patterns; mitered squares are a lovely...

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Knitting vs. Crocheting: Which Craft Reigns Supreme for Summer Projects?

Knitting vs. Crocheting: Which Craft Reigns Supreme for Summer Projects?

Are you in love with handmade? Do you love transforming yarn into garments, accessories, home décor and more? With summer just a few weeks away, summer colors, lace designs, and lightweight projects are on focus. Crafters are making summer projects with knitting needles and crochet hooks. Now comes the question: what craft suits the weather- knitting or crocheting?  Both yarn crafts are fabulous for expressing your creativity and creating masterpieces with your hands. Which is better among both has been debated over the centuries, and there is no clear winner. Some makers love to knit, while there are also crochet addicts...

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3 Knitting Projects Ideal for Travel

3 Knitting Projects Ideal for Travel

With summers only weeks away, travel is on your cards. If you are a knitter who does not love to stay away from knitting needles, we've got a guide on travel knitting. In this blog, we've got some fun knitting projects you can knit on the go. Some projects are ideal for the commute, while others are for when you get there, wait for breakfast, or relax in your hotel. Knitting projects that you make while traveling need to strike a balance between portability, simplicity, and enjoyment of crafting. They also should be ones that require essential knitting needles and accessories....

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