Popular writer/illustrator/knitter Franklin Habit joins us for his new monthly column combining humor with the unique point of view only a yarncrafter possesses.

My knitting is sticking to my fingers. As I write this, it's ninety-four balmy degrees outside the workroom. The plants in the window box are rioting--I abandoned judicious pruning in mid-July--and just below so is a gaggle of inebriated baseball fans, lurching homeward en masse after an afternoon game at nearby Wrigley Field. Sure signs of high summer in my Chicago neighborhood: heat, weeds, and another loss for the Cubs.

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Every ball of yarn holds so much possibility! With that in mind, we worked with award-winning illustrator Timothy Goodman to create this charming design, featuring a daydream of all the possibilities that your yarn holds.

This ultra-lightweight tote is perfect for knitting & crochet projects, for storing your yarn, or even as a shopping bag. Plus it can be tucked into its attached pocket for easy storage.

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Crochet Squares Afghan (left)
Made in strips, this beginner-friendly afghan is designed with solid and "painterly" colors of Homespun paired together for a showstopping look. Get more info & order.

Knit 6 Hour Afghan (right)
Four strands of Homespun are held together to make this project one that you can finish in a weekend. Get more info & order.