http://sideshowknitting.com Recent blog posts from my shop. en-US What makes something Sideshow Knitting? It’s not just the yarn, the colors, or the ever-growing list of things we make. It’s the creativity, experimentation, and a little bit of personality that goes into every piece—from choosing the yarn to watching it take shape and finally finding it a home. Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:56:17 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1519839711317/behind-the-stitches-what-makes-a https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1519839711317/behind-the-stitches-what-makes-a?pub=1790646977 Fall is my favorite season for a reason. From crisp air and pumpkin-flavored coffee to fires on the deck, cozy hoodies, changing leaves, and plenty of horror movies, these are the little things that make autumn feel just right. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:14:56 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1513306204780/behind-the-stitches-favorite-fall-things https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1513306204780/behind-the-stitches-favorite-fall-things?pub=1788876896 What happens when an online knitting shop moves from the screen to a craft fair table? I learned a lot at my first event—from the importance of letting people touch the products to one very important lesson: bring a bigger table. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:06:43 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1509360833246/behind-the-stitches-from-the-studio-to https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1509360833246/behind-the-stitches-from-the-studio-to?pub=1787540803 Handmade gifts are more than just items—they’re expressions of love, time, and intention. In this Behind the Stitches post, I share why creating gifts by hand means so much to me and the family story that reminds me why handmade treasures can last for generations. Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:49:38 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1503640544871/behind-the-stitches-the-joy-of-giving https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1503640544871/behind-the-stitches-the-joy-of-giving?pub=1785116978 Go behind the scenes with Sideshow Knitting and discover what happens between product launches. Learn about inventory building, creative planning, yarn selection, and the everyday work that goes into creating handmade knit accessories. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:34:16 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1501672739134/behind-the-stitches-what-happens-between https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1501672739134/behind-the-stitches-what-happens-between?pub=1784810056 A handmade hat doesn't begin on the loom—it begins with an idea. Every project starts with a skein of yarn, a spark of inspiration, and a process that's been refined through years of knitting. Join me behind the stitches as I share how each hat comes to life, from selecting the yarn to the final fitting, and why every finished piece is much more than just yarn and stitches. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:18:23 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1497090335890/behind-the-stitches-creating-a-handmade https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1497090335890/behind-the-stitches-creating-a-handmade?pub=1784344703 Sometimes the best creative inspiration comes from stepping away from the project in front of you. A birthday celebration, an early anniversary trip, and a few days at Walt Disney World reminded me that creativity isn't confined to the knitting loom—it can be found in unexpected places, meaningful moments, and even the journey itself. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:16:54 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1497090035538/behind-the-stitches-finding-magic-beyond https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1497090035538/behind-the-stitches-finding-magic-beyond?pub=1782998214 Color inspiration can come from anywhere—a movie, a song, a trip, or even a skein of yarn sitting on a shelf. Here's a look at how new color combinations come to life at Sideshow Knitting. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:56:31 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1491210804203/behind-the-stitches-how-new-sideshow https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1491210804203/behind-the-stitches-how-new-sideshow?pub=1782183391 What began as a simple effort to help people stay warm through a local church outreach program eventually became the inspiration for Sideshow Knitting. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:25:16 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1490033283550/behind-the-stitches-from-donation https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1490033283550/behind-the-stitches-from-donation?pub=1781832316 Inspired by the memory of my dad, A Collection of Memory combines meaningful colors, new product designs, and a tribute to the people who continue to shape our lives through their love and support. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:21:36 -0400 https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1490033178738/behind-the-stitches-the-story-behind-a https://sideshowknitting.com/post/1490033178738/behind-the-stitches-the-story-behind-a?pub=1780665696