Knit365 x Fiber Chats: When Crafting Friends Finally Meet! knit365 blog 2025-08-11 | ✨ Love knitting, crochet, and yarny friendships? Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a stitch!youtube.com/@Knit365In this very special episode, I finally get to meet the wonderful Irina from @Fiberchats in real life! We’ve been friends since 2021 when I first appeared on her YouTube channel, and this Florida trip was the perfect excuse for some crafty fun, laughter, and plenty of yarn talk. We chat about all things knitting, pattern designing, content creation and the magic of making friends through our fibre community!📌 Check out Irina’s work: • Fiber Chats YouTube: youtube.com/@Fiberchats • Irina’s Patterns on Ravelry: ravelry.com/designers/irina-shaarHere is Kitey's video that I mention too:instagram.com/reel/CpxTBnRAtfY/?igsh=MXNzMTVuajd3dDFoZA==If you enjoyed this video, don’t forget to:👍 Like this video💬 Leave a comment to say hi!🔔 Subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss new videos#Knit365 #FiberChats #KnittingPodcast #CrochetPodcast #YarnCommunity #KnittingLife #CrochetLife #KnittingFriends #CrochetFriends #FiberFriends #KnittingInspiration #YarnLovers #KnitChat #CraftyChat #KnittingVlog #CrochetVlog #MeetMyFriend #KnittingMeetUp #CrochetMeetUp
vlogtober 2025 - episode 1 knit365 blog 2025-10-03 | Welcome to vlogtober 2025 and as always perfectly timed to coincide with the @StephenWest ‘Mystery Knit-a-long’ (MKAL). This year’s MKAL kicked off on Thursday 2nd October - join me as we kick off vlogtober. If you want to join my Bear Den you can find out information here:➡️ Join the Bear Den for exclusive videos & perks: youtube.com/knit365blog/joinPlease check out Rhiannon from The Cosy Crab who makes amazing stitch markers:instagram.com/thecosycrabetsy.com/shop/cosycrabco/?etsrc=sdt&dd_referrer=l.instagram.comHope you enjoy a bit of behind-the-scenes fun to kick off vlogtober!
Cast On Party 2 - West Knits MKAL 2025 knit365 blog 2025-10-03 | This is a rerun of the second Zoom cast on party that @Fiberchats and I hosted for the start of this year's Mystery-Knit-A-Long for Mystery MusiKAL!If you want to join in with the MKAL you can get your copy of the pattern here:* westknits.com/products/mystery-musikal?srsltid=AfmBOoqmP4nTISGv43yq7SgeA8VmkEj6HXqAsp5Rjo_KnpCzJJxFyh35* ravelry.com/patterns/library/mystery-musikalFuture Humans of Westknits MKAL Zoom knit together will be listed below so you can join us throughout the MKAL to share progress! The same link will work for all Zooms:us02web.zoom.us/j/89087192271Please join any of them or all of them:Meeting ID: 890 8719 2271Passcode: MKALOctober 4 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 8 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 11 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 15 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 20 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 30 - 1pm EST/6pm UKNovember 2 - 1pm EST/6pm UK
Cast On Party 1 - West Knits MKAL 2025 knit365 blog 2025-10-02 | This is a rerun of the first Zoom cast on party that @Fiberchats and I hosted for the start of this year's Mystery-Knit-A-Long for Mystery MusiKAL!If you want to join in with the MKAL you can get your copy of the pattern here:* westknits.com/products/mystery-musikal?srsltid=AfmBOoqmP4nTISGv43yq7SgeA8VmkEj6HXqAsp5Rjo_KnpCzJJxFyh35* ravelry.com/patterns/library/mystery-musikalFuture Humans of Westknits MKAL Zoom knit together will be listed below so you can join us throughout the MKAL to share progress! The same link will work for all Zooms:us02web.zoom.us/j/89087192271Please join any of them or all of them:Meeting ID: 890 8719 2271Passcode: MKALFuture Zooms:October 4 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 8 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 11 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 15 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 20 - 1pm EST/6pm UKOctober 30 - 1pm EST/6pm UKNovember 2 - 1pm EST/6pm UK
Episode 124 - vlogtober here we come! knit365 blog 2025-09-29 | Welcome to Vlogtober 2025 here on Knit365! 🍂I’m so excited to spend this month sharing more of my making, behind-the-scenes stories, and community adventures with you.We’re kicking things off in the most exciting way possible — by unboxing my Stephen & Penelope yarn kit for the @StephenWest 2025 MKAL! 🧶🎉 The colours are absolutely stunning, and I can’t wait to dive in.But the real fun begins with the MKAL Cast-On Parties I’ll be co-hosting with the amazing Irina from Fiber Chats: • 📅 Cast-On Party #1: 3rd Oct 6pm UK • 📅 Cast-On Party #2: 3rd Oct 11pm UKWe’ll be knitting, chatting, and cheering each other on as we tackle Clue 1 together — so make sure you join us live!✨ Links & Resources ✨➡️ Watch & subscribe to Irina at Fiber Chats: youtube.com/@Fiberchats?si=UbgL0Lryz7Ubc3vILet’s kick off Vlogtober in style — yarn, mystery, and a whole lot of fun! 💛
Whoa… we’re Halfway Bear! knit365 blog 2025-09-23 | The Giant Martyn Bear is officially taking shape…Legs ✔️ Body ✔️ …and Standard Martyn is starting to look very small next to his giant cousin!Crocheted with 4 strands of chunky yarn held together (super super chunky!) — yarn sponsored by @StylecraftYarns ✨ pattern by @TOFT_uk 💛 And every stitch is raising money for @WildwoodtrustOrgcharity 🐻📷 Bear footage from Wildwood Trust.👉 Follow along for the final stages + support the fundraiser via the link in my bio. We’re on the home stretch!#GiantMartynBear #CrochetCommunity #CrochetForACause #WildwoodTrust #StylecraftYarns
Episode 123 - Mid-Month Martyn Bear Update knit365 blog 2025-09-15 | Martyn Bear officially has FOUR legs! 🧶🐻 This mid-month podcast is part bear progress update, part reflection on why this giant project matters, and part behind-the-scenes catch-up from Knit365.We’ll chat about: • How the Giant Martyn Bear is coming along (spoiler: he’s a table with legs right now!) • The fundraising for Wildwood Trust’s bear sanctuary and what it means • Maker tips from working at this ridiculous scale • What else has been happening at Knit365 this month✨ Links & Resources ✨➡️ Donate to the Martyn Bear Fundraiser for Wildwood Trust: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/martyn-vs-the-chunky-bear-for-wildwood-trust➡️ Watch my original Toft Martyn Bear video: youtu.be/4Vokk0atBsg➡️ Catch my live with Irina @Fiberchats youtube.com/live/fxDAztp25Dc?feature=share➡️ Join the Bear Den for exclusive videos & perks: youtube.com/knit365blog/joinThanks for watching and supporting this wild adventure — every comment, like, share, and donation makes a difference! 💛
GIANT loop stitch! knit365 blog 2025-09-13 | Here’s today’s progress on the Giant Martyn Bear: from DK to super super chunky.Thanks to @StylecraftYarns for sponsoring the yarn + @TOFT_uk for the pattern 💛 Every stitch is raising money for @WildwoodtrustOrgcharity .📷 Bear footage from Wildwood Trust.👉 Follow along for updates — fundraiser link in the description!#GiantMartynBear #CrochetForACause #WildwoodTrust
Knit365 x Fiber Chats MKAL 2025 live chat knit365 blog 2025-09-13 | Join me and @Fiberchats as we get ready for this year's Mystery Knit-a-Long, hosted as always by Stephen West.It's our favourite time of the year catching up with folks online.You can find out more about the MKAL at Stephen & Penelope:stephenandpenelope.com/en-gb/pages/westknits-mystery-knit-along
Episode 122 - Shawls of MKALs past! knit365 blog 2025-09-10 | The WestKnits MKAL is back… so let’s take a trip down memory lane 🧶✨In this video I’m showing you all the previous MKALs I’ve made, the stories behind them, and (the big reveal!) which one has been my absolute favourite to knit and wear.Whether you’re joining this year’s MKAL or just love seeing WestKnits designs, I hope this gives you some inspiration — and maybe a little dose of nostalgia too.💬 Let me know in the comments: which MKAL has been YOUR favourite so far?📌 Don’t forget — me and @fiberchats are going live this Friday (7pm UK / 2pm EST) to chat all things MKAL. Come join the fun!#WestKnitsMKAL #KnittersChristmas #MysteryKnitAlong
From giant bear parts… to something normal sized! knit365 blog 2025-09-07 | Here’s Jenny the Wren 🪶 from the @toft_uk Autumn CAL — such a fun make, and it feels great to join in with the CAL community.Plus, another tick on my #PatchProject list ✅Did anyoje else join in?#ToftAutumnCAL #CrochetCommunity #PatchProject
Leg day! knit365 blog 2025-09-05 | Four balls of yarn… what could possibly go wrong? The Giant Martyn Bear Challenge is underway! I’m crocheting with four strands of chunky yarn held together, sponsored by the lovely folks at @StylecraftYarns — to create a giant version of Martyn Bear.And it’s not just for fun, every stitch is helping raise money for @WildwoodtrustOrgcharity 🐻💛 who rescue and care for real bears here in the UK.👉 You can support the fundraiser via the link in my bio. Let’s make something big, together!#GiantMartynBear #CrochetCommunity #CrochetForACause #WildwoodTrust #StylecraftYarns
Episode 121 - August round up knit365 blog 2025-09-01 | August Round-Up | Knit365It’s been a wild August – from finished objects to giant bears! In this video I’m sharing everything I’ve been working on, including my finished Stargazy Socks in Anton’s gorgeous yarn, progress on my Heavy Metal jumper, and all the latest news from the Knit365 world.✨ Links & Mentions 🧶 Anton’s Raw Wool, @rawwoolcompany and rawwoolcompany.co.uk 👕 Heavy Metal Jumper instagram.com/reel/DNdbKJvoTDm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==🐻 The Bear Den (Knit365 Membership)Join here youtube.com/knit365blog/join🐾 Giant Martyn Bear FundraiserSupport the Wildwood Trust crowdfunder.co.uk/p/martyn-vs-the-chunky-bear-for-wildwood-trust⸻Let’s Connect!Instagram: instagram.com/knit365TikTok: tiktok.com/@knit365Substack: knit365.substack.com⸻💬 What was your favourite project or moment from August? Drop it in the comments – I love hearing from you!
Giant Martyn Bear Challenge! knit365 blog 2025-08-31 | ✨ The bears are having a picnic… and I might have bitten off more than I can chew! This box? It’s not just yarn. It’s the start of the Giant Martyn Bear Challenge — where I attempt to crochet a bear bigger than me (well, nearly!) using all this @stylecraftyarns chunky yarn.A HUGE thanks to @StylecraftYarns for sponsoring this crazy project with their yarn. 👉 Follow along to see if I can actually pull this off (and maybe keep me sane while I try!)I’m going to be raising money for @WildwoodtrustOrgcharity bear rescue - more on that soon!#GiantMartynBear #CrochetChallenge #TeddyBearsPicnic #StylecraftYarn #Stylecraft
Another (four!) bite the dust! knit365 blog 2025-08-23 | Four gorgeous braids from Gem @thelittlegreygirluk = joy.Realising I’ve actually got to spin ALL FOUR = despair.Who else has been betrayed by their stash like this? Drop a 🌀 in the comments if you know the struggle and follow me for progress updates!#HandspunYarn #FibreTube #SpinningYarn #YarnLife #CraftingChaos #MakerProblems #Knit365
Memberships are now LIVE! knit365 blog 2025-08-22 | 👉 Join here: youtube.com/knit365blog/joinWelcome to The Bear Den! 🐻Knit365 YouTube Memberships are here! 🎉This is extra content on top of my usual videos — designed to give you more behind-the-scenes, deeper dives, and special community perks.Here’s how the tiers work:✨ Bear Cub (£1.99/month) • Monthly extra members-only video • 50% off all my future patterns • Limited-edition pin badge (first 50 members only!)✨ Grizzly Bear (£4.99/month) • Everything in Bear Cub • FREE access to all my future patterns • Monthly knit & crochet night on Zoom • Limited-edition pin badge (first 50 members only!)📅 First members-only video lands 25th August — and I can’t wait to share it with you.⚠️ A quick note for iPhone/iPad users: YouTube is still rolling out memberships inside the iOS app. If you don’t see the Join button, just tap the link above and sign up through your browser instead.👉 Join here: youtube.com/knit365blog/join
Episode 120 - Get your Heavy Metal On! knit365 blog 2025-08-18 | This week on the Knit365 podcast we’re covering a LOT of ground:* How many spins behind am I on my handspun blanket? * I share my chaotic plans for a heavy metal jumper (spoiler: there’s a skull involved).* A little tease about the upcoming Martyn Bear challenge.* And exciting news... YouTube Memberships are going live next week!We’re also shouting out @CleevelyKnits who kicked off the Heavy Metal Jumper Challenge with a brilliant Instagram story. Check it out here: * instagram.com/reel/DNNiCzXox44/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss Memberships going live next week!
Knit365 News! Join Me in The Bear Den! knit365 blog 2025-08-15 | The Bear Den is coming… I’ve been quietly working on something exciting — and today I can finally tell you!From Friday 22nd August, Knit365 is launching YouTube Memberships 🎉This is extra content for those who want to come behind the scenes, join me for special projects, and be part of my next big chapter as I grow Knit365 alongside my full-time job.Here’s what you can expect inside The Bear Den:🪡 Monthly extra video (Bear Cub & Grizzly Bear)🪡 Pattern perks — 50% off for Cubs, FREE for Grizzlies🪡 Exclusive badge for the first 50 people to join each tier — once they’re gone, they’re gone!🪡 Monthly knit/crochet night (Grizzly Bear)This isn’t about losing what you already love on the channel — it’s about adding more, for those who want to be part of it.📅 Friday 22nd August — Membership doors open📅 Monday 25th August — First members-only video drops🔔 Hit the BELL to get notified next Friday when memberships go live!
From braid to beautiful skein in under 30 seconds ✨ knit365 blog 2025-08-12 | This one’s spun from James Makes Things fibre as a gift for my friend Charlotte 💌🎯 Stick around for the final skein reveal — it’s worth it!Be honest… would you actually give it away? 👀#Handspun #SpinningYarn #FibreToYarn #YarnLife #Knitting #Crochet #FibreArts #Knit365
Episode 119 - Crafting at Disney World? Absolutely. knit365 blog 2025-08-04 | ✨ Can you really take your knitting and crochet to Disney? (Spoiler: Yes. And I did!) In this vlog I take you through my crafting adventure while on holiday in Florida — from the projects I planned before I left, to moments knitting and crocheting in the parks, and everything in between.Whether you’re a holiday crafter or a theme park lover, this video is full of colour, yarn, and a little Disney magic.🧵 What I worked on:– Jane the Pangolin by @TOFT_uk– Test knit socks by @rawwoolcompany – Spinning prep for my handspun blanket💬 Do you craft while on holiday too? Let me know your go-to travel project in the comments!Don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe for more creative chaos — and next week I’ll be sharing the moment I finally met Irina from @Fiberchats in real life... there's a sneak peak in this video! 🫶#CraftingVlog #DisneyKnitting #CrochetOnHoliday #KnittingCommunity #SummerOfLoveCAL #ToftUK #DisneyWorld2025 #TravelVlog #YarnOnTour #ProjectBagEssentials #CrochetVlog #HolidayKnitting
Yarn besties and Disney vibes… knit365 blog 2025-08-02 | After years of chatting online me and Irina @Fiberchats finally met in real life — and obviously we had to film a “This or That” while wandering Disney Springs 🛍️👑Featuring cameos by Mark and #Niece2Drop a 🧶 if you’d pick the same as us (or totally disagree 👀) in the comments!#YarnBesties #DisneySprings #ThisOrThatReel #FiberChats #KnitTok #CrochetReel #YarnAddict #CraftFriends #SummerOfLoveCAL #MakerMeetup #CraftingInTheWild
A Podette - LYS tour: Four Purls knit365 blog 2025-07-30 | Welcome to another episode on my Knit365 YouTube channel - thanks for dropping by. In this mini podcast whilst on holiday/vacation in Florida I visited Four Purls yarn store in Orlando. @FourPurlsYarnShop Come and squish some yarn with me…You can also find me on Instagram and Twitter:twitter.com/welsh_tenorinstagram.com/welsh_tenor
🚨 Mystery VIP Incoming! knit365 blog 2025-07-25 | Someone very special is flying in for 36 hours of yarny chaos ✈️🧶We’ve been internet besties since 2021, and TOMORROW we finally meet IRL 😱Any guesses? Drop your detective hats 🕵️♀️🧶 below…#YarnBesties #MysteryVIP #KnitTok #FiberFriends #YarnReunion #LongDistanceBesties #CraftyChaos #KnittingCommunity #SummerOfLoveCAL
Warning: this may start a theme park war! knit365 blog 2025-07-24 | I rode 46 coasters across 9 Florida parks and ranked every one. Then I averaged the scores by park to crown the overall winner.🚨 Warning: this may start a theme park war.🎢 What’s YOUR top coaster in Florida?@Disney @UniversalPictures @buschgardensflorida #floridacoasters #rollercoasterranking #universalorlando #disneyworld #seaworldorlando #buschgardens #coasternerd #themeparkshorts #epicuniverse
Holiday Yarn Haul? Say Less! knit365 blog 2025-07-22 | I popped into Four Purls in Orlando and, well… let’s just say the suitcase is fuller than when I arrived 😅This is just a sneak peek — full haul and yarny chaos coming in next week’s video! Hit that 🔔 so you don’t miss it!#FourPurls #YarnHaul #YarnShopGoals #HolidayCrafting #KnittersOnTour #YarnAddict #SummerOfLoveCAL #YarnTok #YouTubeShorts #KnittingCommunity
Jane the Pangolin — handmade in the Florida sunshine! ☀️🧶 knit365 blog 2025-07-20 | Crocheted using a @TOFT_uk pattern and wool, Jane was my perfect holiday project. From tiny pieces to fully armoured cuteness, she’s now living her best life poolside 🏖️🌈Do you craft on holiday?#ToftUK #JaneThePangolin #CrochetShorts #AmigurumiAnimals #HolidayCrafting #HandmadeToys #FloridaVibes #YarnOnTour #SummerOfLoveCAL
The Summer of Love! knit365 blog 2025-07-10 | 12 bears. 1 handmade garland. A rainbow of pride, colour and love — strung up and ready to shine!This final touch brings the whole Summer of Love CAL full circle 💛Wool and pattern @TOFT_uk #Crochet #PrideCrafts #HandmadeWithLove #SummerOfLoveCAL #YarnArt #CrochetGarland #Amigurumi #CraftingJoy #Pride2025
Episode 118 - June Round-Up & early holiday plans! knit365 blog 2025-07-07 | Welcome to another video on my Knit365 YouTube channel. In today’s video I share all the things I got up to in July with Finished Objects, WIPs and Acquisitions.My rainbow of 11 mini bears is by @TOFT_uk You can get your hands on the cowl pattern too here:* ravelry.com/patterns/library/think-fast-cowl* instagram.com/disturbingthefleece
Saved the sassiest bear for last! knit365 blog 2025-07-06 | They saved the sassiest bear for last 💖Watch to the end to meet #11 in the Pride Bear lineup — and trust me, they were so worth the wait.#PinkBear #CrochetShorts #HandmadeReveal #CraftTok #PrideProject #LGBTQIAAr
✨ Speeding toward the finish line with Cream Bear! knit365 blog 2025-07-05 | One more proud stitch, one more perfect addition to the Pride crew 🧸🌈We’re nearly there… and yes, emotions are high 😅Wool and pattern @TOFT_uk #PrideCrafts #SummerOfLoveCAL #CrochetBear #LGBTQIA #CraftWithMe #HandmadeWithLove #YouTubeShorts #CrochetCommunity #CreamBear
Episode 117 - Follow my week knit365 blog 2025-06-30 | Welcome to another video on my Knit365 channel, come and follow my week as we move ahead with our crafting plans!This June I'm celebrating Pride Month the handmade way — with joyful, vibrant projects to raise awareness and support for my LGBTQIA friends, colleagues and community!💖🤍💙🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜Check out some of the awesome LGBTQ+ designers I talk about this week:* ravelry.com/patterns/library/think-fast-cowl* instagram.com/disturbingthefleece
All eyes on Black Bear! knit365 blog 2025-06-26 | The Pride Bear lineup just got a little stronger 🖤Black Bear has arrived — bold, powerful, and right on time.Part of my Summer of Love CAL!Pattern and wool by Toft #CrochetBear #BlackBear #PrideCraft #Shorts #YarnMagic #SummerOfLoveCAL
Say hello to Purple Bear! knit365 blog 2025-06-25 | Crafted with love, fibre, and a little crochet magic 💜Part of my Summer of Love Pride Bear collection — stay tuned for more!#PrideBear #CrochetMagic #HandmadeWithLove #PurpleBear #Shorts #SummerOfLoveCAL
Mystery Bear #14 knit365 blog 2025-06-23 | Just when I thought the Pride Bear Parade was taking shape… a mysterious package arrived. Not one I crocheted — but one that absolutely belongs.Say hello (well, almost!) to Bear #14: a special surprise made with love and pride. Can you guess what colour this bonus bear might be? [hint… it’s a colourway from @TOFT_uk]🧶 Part of my #SummerOfLoveCAL🌈 Featuring bears inspired by the Progress Pride flag💖 And now… a mystery guest joins the party!#CrochetBears #Pride2025 #Bear14 #BonusBear #HandmadeLove #CraftingCommunity #YouTubeShorts
Pride Pod MAL 2025 knit365 blog 2025-06-22 | Thanks to everyone who joined the Pride Pod MAL call today, it was so much fun to see people's projects and chat.If you want to know more check out the Pride Pod MAL group on Ravelry:* ravelry.com/discuss/pride-pod-mal/4358055/1-25#111 You can follow some of the folks on the video on Instagram:* instagram.com/gary_knits_gary_rides* instagram.com/beextraknitting* instagram.com/thekickassknitter* instagram.com/losing.my.knit
Episode 116 - June mid month knit365 blog 2025-06-16 | 🌈 Welcome to the Summer of Love! 🌈This June I'm celebrating Pride Month the handmade way — with joyful, vibrant projects to raise awareness and support for my LGBTQIA friends, colleagues and community!💖🤍💙🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜Check out some of the awesome LGBTQ+ designers I talk about this week:* ravelry.com/patterns/library/think-fast-cowl* instagram.com/disturbingthefleece* ravelry.com/patterns/library/troy-boy-beanie* instagram.com/jimmydoesknittingAlso check out Gary and Stephanos who will be joining me for a live broadcast on 21st June:* instagram.com/gary_knits_gary_rides* instagram.com/beextraknitting* instagram.com/anirishknittingpodcastAnd the Pride Pod MAL group on Ravelry:* ravelry.com/discuss/pride-pod-mal/4358055/1-25#111 ZOOM LINK FOR THE Pride Podcast 21st June at 9:30pm GMTus02web.zoom.us/j/89163853172?pwd=ZmxWjkRGtJ3Xy6RWtOLP1jVuKn2YCQ.1Meeting ID: 891 6385 3172Passcode: PrideSUBSTACK:If you don't currently subscribe to my Substack and would like a little bit of Martyn in your inbox every Monday, you can click here to visit my Substack page:* knit365.substack.comWHY I KNIT:You can listen to my chat with Mia Hobbs on the Why I Knit podcast at: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/5928a792-a797-4f7e-ab81-9b25e2184d83
Blue Bear: Middle Child Energy knit365 blog 2025-06-15 | Turns out Blue Bear is the drama.This crocheted chaos gremlin has opinions, sass, and a mic (well, a crochet hook). Part of my Summer of Love CAL — 11 Pride Bears, each with their own personality. Pattern and wool by @TOFT_uk Subscribe for more handmade nonsense and yarn-fuelled drama 💅🪡#CrochetShorts #PrideCrafting #QueerMaker #ToftBears #SummerOfLove #HandmadeHumour #MiddleChildEnergy
Green Bear Unlocked knit365 blog 2025-06-13 | This little one was crocheted on a train ride (yes, I travel with yarn — always) and joins the growing rainbow of mini bears for Pride 🏳️🌈This is part of my Summer of Love collab, where I’m making a bear for every colour in the Progressive Pride flag using the @TOFT_uk mini bear pattern — and yes, I’m picking the soundtrack from Taylor Swift because it’s a vibe ✨More bears coming soon. Who’s your favourite so far?#CrochetBear #PrideCrafts #SummerOfLove #HandmadePride #CrochetCommunity #YarnLove #ToftUK #TaylorSwiftShorts #CraftingWhileQueer
Episode 115 - May Round-Up knit365 blog 2025-06-09 | Welcome to another video on my Knit 365 YouTube channel - in this episode I chat about all the things I got up to in May.We talk Finished Objects, WIPs and stash acquisitions! If you'd like to check out the pattern for the Camp Craft shawl you can find out more about it from @StephenWest:* ravelry.com/patterns/library/camp-craft-shawlYou can find out more about the monthly fibre club from The Little Grey Girl here:*thelittlegreygirl.com/collections/2025-clubs
Yellow Bear joins the Pride Parade knit365 blog 2025-06-08 | Crocheting in bed? Don’t mind if I do. This little ray of sunshine is the third bear in my Progress Pride collection — stitched up under a blanket and plenty of soft yarny vibes.Each bear celebrates a colour of the Pride flag, and I’m working my way through the rainbow, one cosy stitch at a time.Subscribe to follow the full parade of handmade bears — 11 in total — all packed with colour, love, and a whole lot of queer joy 🌈✨Pattern and yarn @TOFT_uk #PrideCrafts #CrochetShorts #QueerMaker #MiniCrochet #ProgressPride #HandmadeWithLove #Pride2025 #CraftingJoy
Pride 2025 - week 1 knit365 blog 2025-06-07 | 🌈 Welcome to the Summer of Love! 🌈This June I'm celebrating Pride Month the handmade way — with joyful, vibrant projects to raise awareness and support for my LGBTQIA friends, colleagues and community!💖🤍💙🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜In this bonus video, I’m sharing how my plans have developed for my Pride-themed crafting, including my rainbow of 11 mini @TOFT_uk bears (one in each flag colour)Check out some of the awesome LGBTQ+ designers I talk about this week:* ravelry.com/patterns/library/think-fast-cowl* instagram.com/disturbingthefleece* ravelry.com/patterns/library/troy-boy-beanie* instagram.com/jimmydoesknittingAlso check out Gary and Stephanos who will be joining me for a live broadcast on 21st June:* instagram.com/gary_knits_gary_rides* instagram.com/beextraknittingAnd the Pride Pod MAL group on Ravelry:* ravelry.com/discuss/pride-pod-mal/4358055/1-25#111
Red Bear One! knit365 blog 2025-06-02 | Red Bear is here and ready to kick off the Summer of Love! 🧸🌈One colour down… ten more to go! Pattern and wool by @TOFT_uk and pride hook by Cozy20s🧶. Also featuring awesome brunch from Uncommon Ground in the city centre of Cardiff. Watch my launch video linked to see everything I’ve got planned this Pride Month!#SummerOfLove #PrideCrafts #ToftBear #HandmadeWithPride #ProgressivePride #Knit365 #Knit365Blog #Cozy20s
Pride 2025 - Knit365 Special knit365 blog 2025-05-31 | 🌈 Welcome to the Summer of Love! 🌈This June I'm celebrating Pride Month the handmade way — with joyful, vibrant projects to raise awareness and support for my LGBTQIA friends, colleagues and community!💖🤍💙🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜In this bonus video, I’m sharing all my plans for a month of Pride-themed crafting, including:* A rainbow of 11 mini @TOFT_uk bears (one in each flag colour)* A rainbow skein from Knotted By Nish turned into a colourful shawl - pattern recommendation welcome!* and possibly… a surprise third and fourth project!This is a celebration of creativity, love, identity and visibility — and you’re all invited. Watch, craft along, or simply cheer from the sidelines.💬 Let me know in the comments: Which bear should I make first?👇 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for weekly updates on these makes and more!
Another spin? knit365 blog 2025-05-28 | Me, pretending this isn’t another spinning reel…“It’s totally a varied content strategy.”April’s braid from The Little Grey Girl is done and dusted — spun, skeined, and ready to join the handspun blanket party. That’s 3 skeins down… now it’s time to actually knit them. Gulp.Drop a comment if you’re also deep in your ‘spinning era’ and pretending it’s not taking over your feed.#TheLittleGreyGirl #TLGG #FibreClubChronicles #HandspunYarn #TLGG #YarnAddict #FromFibreToSkein #SpinnersUnite #Knit365 #Knit365Blog
Lets cast on a sweater! knit365 blog 2025-05-26 | Join me as I cast on a new project to celebrate the Bank Holiday here in the UK.I'm using wool by Helen of The Wool Kitchen to make the So Basic sweater by Max Cyr of Les Garcons.It was a fun hour of chat with you all, thanks for joining!
Sock showdown: Elphaba vs Glinda! knit365 blog 2025-05-21 | Who’s your fave? 💚💗Hand-dyed magic by Cool WoolingsBag goals courtesy of Hide and Hammer #Shorts #SockKnitting #FiberArt #HandDyedYarn #KnittingLife #CraftTok
Episode 114 - Big Flock! knit365 blog 2025-05-19 | Welcome to another video on my Knit 365 YouTube channel - in this episode we head to the Big Flock yarn show in Bristol AND I teach my first workshops!If you want to check out some of the businesses in this video you can find them here:* Cozy20s tiktok.com/@cozy20s?_t=ZN-8wU9Lx0q8wh&_r=1* Fly Dyed instagram.com/flyydyed* Farm Crafts instagram.com/farmcrafts* Inner Fleece instagram.com/innerfleece* Jo Peake Creates instagram.com/jopeakecreatesAnd of course, to Jon and Clare from Bird Street Yarn instagram.com/mrb_birdstreetyarn
Shawl Dance! knit365 blog 2025-05-14 | Started stitching like a chill little yarn goblin…Then the lights went out and it turned into a full-on rave.This yarn is Nish’s Wicked colourway and honestly? She understood the assignment.Yarn Knotted By Nish. Pattern is the Decemeberist shawl by Melanie Berg. #Knit365 #Knit365Blog #UVYarn #WickedYarn #YarnTok #GlowUp #CrochetReel #CraftingChaos #KnottedByNish #YarnRave
Episode 113 - Weekend plans! knit365 blog 2025-05-12 | Welcome to another video on my Knit 365 YouTube channel - in this episode we spend a weekend ticking things off my to do list! If you want to find out more about The Big Flock yarn show check out their website here:thebigflock.comIf you don't currently subscribe to my Substack and would like a little bit of Martyn in your inbox every Monday, you can click here to visit my Substack page:* knit365.substack.com
