Summer Knitting & Sewing Fix: Lace Test Knits, Spinning Backups & Upcycled Projects

Summer Knitting & Sewing Fix: Lace Test Knits, Spinning Backups & Upcycled Projects

by kaci

I’m so glad to be back at my wheel—knitting, spinning, sewing, and sharing life from our little Arkansas farm. This week has been tough (hello, mystery bug in the house!), but staying cool in the AC has given me plenty of cozy craft time. Let me take you through everything I’ve been up to: from...

July 17, 2025

Rhinebeck Sweater 2025 Ooey Gooey Reveal and Homemade Jeans!

by kaci

I’m so excited to share my latest makes with you all: my Rhinebeck (“Ooey Gooey”) sweater and the full outfit I paired it with, plus a sneak peek at what’s next on my needles—and my wheel! Grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let’s dive into all the fiber fun. July in Arkansas: When the...

July 10, 2025

Summer Fiber Arts Roundup: Knitting, Sewing & Spinning Projects for Hot Arkansas Day

by kaci

Hello y’all! Can you believe it’s already July? Summer in Arkansas has arrived in full force with sweltering heat and sky-high humidity. When the temperature climbs, my crafting routine shifts gears—by day I’m often behind a sewing machine or at my spinning wheel, and by night I always manage to squeeze in a bit of...

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June 26, 2025

The Wandering Flock Cotton Lino Review & Best Patterns for Breezy Summer Projects

by kaci

The calendar may say midsummer, but in my knitting basket it’s officially Cotton Lino season. If you’re new to YoungFolk Knits—Welcome! I’m Kaci, a fiber-loving maker who splits her time between knitting, spinning, sewing, the occasional crochet detour, and wrangling life on a tiny farm in Arkansas. Today I’m sharing a deep dive into The...

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June 19, 2025

Knitting, Spinning, and Summer 2025 Sewing Projects at Young Folk Knits

by kaci

Hey y’all! Welcome back to YoungFolk Knits. If you’re new around here—hi, I’m Kaci! I share my love of all things fiber arts: knitting, sewing, spinning, crochet, and whatever creative rabbit hole I happen to fall into that week. I also occasionally share little peeks into our life on a small farm in Arkansas. So...

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June 12, 2025

Summer Knit Vacation-Ready Projects You Can Actually Finish

by kaci

Hey y’all! Kaci here from YoungFolk Knits—your fiber-loving friend bringing you another round of warm weather knitting goodness. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hitting the road, or tucked away in a cozy cabin with your yarn, today’s roundup is all about the perfect knitting projects for summer vacation. These are the patterns that are...

May 29, 2025

Rainy Day Knitting, Painted Sheep Art, and Summer Tops to Make in 2025

by kaci

Hey y’all! Welcome back to another cozy update from Young Folk Knits. It’s been a very rainy and stormy week here in Arkansas—which honestly is kind of perfect if you’re a maker at heart. The weather might be dreary, but that just means it’s ideal for settling in with some painting, knitting, or sewing. And...

May 22, 2025

5 Must-Knit Summer Tops + A Yarn Unboxing & Pattern Giveaway!

by kaci

Hey y’all! Kaci here from YoungFolk Knits, and today I’m bringing you a bite-sized mini-sode packed with summer knitting inspiration. We’re diving into five stunning knit tops you’ll want on your needles this season, plus a special unboxing from Sewrella’s new Summer in London collection, a discount code just for you, and a sweet little...

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May 1, 2025

Knit with Nature KAL: A Summer Knit A Long You Don’t Want to Miss!

by kaci

Hey y’all! Welcome back to YoungFolk Knits! If you’re new here, I’m Kaci, your resident fiber arts enthusiast, small farm dweller in Arkansas, and your virtual knitting buddy. Around here, we talk all things knitting, sewing, spinning, crochet—you name it. And today, I’m so excited to share a project that’s got summer vibes written all...