Links mentioned:
<ul>
<li>Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start</li>
<li>Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/community</li>
</ul>
If you’ve ever picked up a ball of yarn and felt overwhelmed by the label—this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the key parts of a yarn label in simple, beginner-friendly terms and sharing my #1 yarn recommendation for new knitters.
 
Inside this episode:
<ul>
<li>What to look for on a yarn label (without overthinking it)</li>
<li>Why Category 5 bulky yarn is a beginner’s best friend</li>
<li>How to match your needles to your yarn</li>
<li>What happened when I didn’t follow any of this advice on my first project</li>
<li>The easiest way to feel confident in the yarn aisle</li>
</ul>

Links mentioned: Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/community If you’ve ever picked up a ball of yarn and felt overwhelmed by the label—this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the key parts of a yarn label in simple, beginner-friendly terms and sharing my #1 yarn recommendation for new knitters. Inside this episode: What to look for on a yarn label (without overthinking it) Why Category 5 bulky yarn is a beginner’s best friend How to match your needles to your yarn What happened when I didn’t follow any of this advice on my first project The easiest way to feel confident in the yarn aisle

Links mentioned:
<ul>
<li>Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start</li>
<li>Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/community</li>
</ul>
If you’ve ever picked up a ball of yarn and felt overwhelmed by the label—this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the key parts of a yarn label in simple, beginner-friendly terms and sharing my #1 yarn recommendation for new knitters.
&nbsp;
Inside this episode:
<ul>
<li>What to look for on a yarn label (without overthinking it)</li>
<li>Why Category 5 bulky yarn is a beginner’s best friend</li>
<li>How to match your needles to your yarn</li>
<li>What happened when I didn’t follow any of this advice on my first project</li>
<li>The easiest way to feel confident in the yarn aisle</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

#85 // Beginner’s Guide to yarn labels: How to pick the right yarn and what to look for

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🧶 Top 25 U.S. Podcast (Hobbies) | Knit Your Stress Away 🧶 Ditch overwhelm through a creative hobby. Are you a busy mom feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Do you crave time to recharge and relax but struggle to fit self-care into your day? If finding calm and creativity feels impossible, this podcast is here to help. Welcome to Knit Your Stress Away, where you’ll discover how to reduce stress and find peace through the simple, soothing practice of knitting. Each episode offers guilt-free self-care strategies and practical tips on using mindful knitting to recharge and relax, even on the busiest days. I’m Nadine, a mom, wife, and passionate knitter who knows firsthand how hard it is to juggle everything without burning out. After 16+ years of motherhood, I traded perfectionism and social media comparison for creative self-care—and knitting became my go-to solution. Now, I’m excited to share how you, too, can use knitting and simple routines to feel more rested, calm, and creatively fulfilled. If you’re ready to ditch overwhelm, embrace a creative hobby, and reclaim your time, this podcast is for you. We’ll cover: • How knitting for beginners can reduce stress and boost creativity • Building simple, effective morning routines • Creating mindful habits for busy moms • Finding rest and relaxation without guilt Take a deep breath, grab your knitting needles, and join me as we knit our way to a life with more calm, more creativity, and less stress—one stitch at a time.

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