Summer is here! Although the temperature is rising, you don't have to put your knitting needles and hooks away! Keep reading for knit and crochet inspiration during even the hottest days of summer. 

We're also pleased to introduce this year's Beans for Brains Community Service Award Winner. This award is open to applicants worldwide, and we were blown away by the amazing submissions we received for 2020. Although the decision wasn't easy, we're thrilled to announce this year's award winner, who has truly made a difference in her community with the power of knitting! 

We wish you and your loved ones good health and wellness this summer. 

We're all in this together; stay safe!

Sincerely, 
The Knitter's Pride Team

Hot Knits & Cool Crochet: 

Must-Make Summer Projects!

Whether you're staying home or cautiously spending some time outside of it, make sure to keep knitting and crocheting on your to-do list.

Crafting is a great way to  relieve stress  - not to mention, keep boredom away. We've rounded up lots of great free knit & crochet patterns to try this summer!

Your Guide to Yarn & Fiber Swaps

Have you ever tried a yarn or fiber swap? 

On our latest blog post, we introduce you to the world of swapping so you can learn more about what they are and how you can find one to sign up for.

We also share tips to help you build the perfect swap package for your partner & package it with the perfect finishing touches!

Beans For Brains Community Scholarship Winner
We're pleased to introduce the winner for the Beans for Brains Community Service Scholarship Award, which we sponsored for 2020: Sydoney of Portland, OR! In Sydoney's application, her enthusiasm for blending public health and social work with her love for the arts shone through. 

In describing her passion project, Slippers for Survivors (Ravelry Link), this is particularly evident: 

"The idea for this project arose as I was scrubbing the floors at the local shelter. They were particularly dirty because, as the caring people in the advocacy world do, they stretch the dollars they have to provide essential services to the greatest number of people. Sparkling floors are not exactly essential. The floors had become a vicious cycle; people wouldn't take off their shoes because the floors were dirty, but the floors stayed dirty because people kept their shoes on. My first thought was "Slippers would fix this." My next thought was "I know some wonderful people who would love to make slippers for those in need!" Truly, no community exists like the fiber arts community." 

We look forward to following along with Sydoney's story as she makes the world a better place through knitting!

Ask Me Monday With Vickie Howell
For years we've been sponsoring Vickie's weekly Facebook Live show, Ask Me Monday. At Noon CST three times each Month, Vickie shares tips, tutorials, free patterns and more during these unique & interactive live sessions. 

If you haven't been tuning in this summer, here's a taste of what you're missing out on - click the links below to watch the replays!

3 Great Bind-Offs For Shawls
Vickie shows you 3 options for the perfect finish on your shawl project, demonstrating the Yarnover Bind-Off, Stretchy k2tog tbl Bind-Off, and Picot Bind-Off. 

Face Mask Neck Cord
Learn how to quickly crochet a Romanian Cord, which can be used to make drawstrings and purse handles! In this episode, Vickie uses her cord to make a face mask cord to keep it safe around your neck when not in use.


Knit & Crochet Net Stitches
Learn how to knit and crochet the net stitch, a great choice for summer tops, swimsuit cover-ups, and market bags! The replay link below also includes written instructions for practicing each stitch. 

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