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  • Knitting for Mindfulness

    How to Use Your Craft to Relax and Recharge In todayโ€™s fast-paced world, where the hustle never seems to stop, finding moments of peace can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Thatโ€™s where the beauty of mindfulness comes into play,… READ MORE โ†’


  • Setting up a Knitting Nook

    Setting up a Knitting Nook

    A Guide to Creating a Cozy Corner Crafting Your Perfect Knitting Nook: A Guide to Creating a Cozy Corner Every knitter deserves a special spotโ€”a haven where creativity flourishes and the hustle of daily life fades into the background. As Christina from Finarina… READ MORE โ†’


  • Seasonal Knitting Projects: Spring Edition

    Seasonal Knitting Projects: Spring Edition

    Spring is a season of renewal, where the world slowly awakens from its winter slumber, bursting with new life and color. It’s the perfect time to refresh your knitting projects, infusing your days with creativity and preparing for warmer weather. Spring inspires us… READ MORE โ†’


  • Wrapping Our Smallest Fighters in Love: The Story Behind Our Free Preemie Beanies

    Wrapping Our Smallest Fighters in Love: The Story Behind Our Free Preemie Beanies

    In the heart of every stitch, there’s magic. It’s a mix of care and warmth. This feeling sparked our Precious Preemie Beanie project at Finarina Knitwear. We’re more than yarn and needles. We’re about connecting hearts and giving back. I’m excited to share… READ MORE โ†’


  • Ultimate Yarn Guide: Animal, Plant, and Synthetic Fibers Explained

    Ultimate Yarn Guide: Animal, Plant, and Synthetic Fibers Explained

    Whether you’re casting on your first project or you’ve got years of stitches under your belt, understanding the different types of yarn can transform your knitting journey. Picking the right material can make or break your project, so be sure to consider it… READ MORE โ†’


  • Embracing My Roots: A Personal Journey into Portuguese Knitting

    Embracing My Roots: A Personal Journey into Portuguese Knitting

    Today, I’m thrilled to share something very dear to me – a dive into Portuguese knitting, a beautiful tradition that ties me to my roots as a first-generation American with a rich Portuguese heritage. Why Portuguese Knitting? My journey with Portuguese knitting began… READ MORE โ†’


  • Very Vital Ribbed Beanie Testing Call

    Very Vital Ribbed Beanie Testing Call

    If you would like to participate in this test knit, you must apply as a test knitter to get a unique testing ID. This lets me know the details about you as well as that you have submitted a testing application before applying… READ MORE โ†’


  • How to Do the PUL Knitting Stitch

    How to Do the PUL Knitting Stitch

    I posted this a while back on my Instagram, but I wanted to make it accessible from YouTube since a lot of folks like to use YouTube for tutorials. This goes over the PUL stitch, or the Pull Up Loop technique in knitting.… READ MORE โ†’


  • Prepping Readymade Items

    Prepping Readymade Items

    I came across an opportunity to sell readymade items at a local store here in Connecticut. Still working it out, but while it is presenting itself, I feel the need to get my finished item stash piled up so I have product to… READ MORE โ†’


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Photo of a woman named Christina with a black crewneck shirt, light skin, brown eyes and hair. There are knitted shawls behind her.
Christina

Hello, my name is Christina! This is my small business for knitwear design. If you would like to support my art, please share my work with others! Thank you for being here.


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