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Northbrook, IL – From May 20-May 26, 2024, Prime Publishing raised money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through its quarterly Click
On May 4, 2024, Scouts BSA Troop 671 of Wildwood, Illinois hosted their annual Pancake Breakfast. This is the Troop's largest fundraiser each
Northbrook, IL – From February 1 to March 31, 2024, AllFreeCrochet and AllFreeKnitting proudly partnered with JourneyCare Home Health and Hosp
Make Progress on Your New Year’s Resolutions by Starting a Healthy Habit
NORTHBROOK, IL — Survive the record-breaking winter weather and make progress on your New Year’s resolutions by starting a healthy habit sure to keep you warm.
According to the National Weather Service, the Chicago area saw its lowest-recorded high temperature on a New Year’s Day when the city’s low maximum temperature was set at 1 degree at O’Hare Airport. The previous record was five degrees above zero, which occurred in 1969. And the East Coast was hit with a “bomb cyclone,” bringing blinding snow and hurricane-like winds as strong as 80 mph. More than 13 million people were under blizzard warnings, from Virginia all the way to Maine. Additional warnings were in place all over the country, including wind chill advisories and freeze warnings from South Texas to Canada and from Montana through New England, and even snow was reported in Florida.
With more cold weather expected this winter, forecasters are urging residents to take precautions, including wearing layers and a hat and gloves. For those of you that might want to make your own hat or gloves, check out the free pattern library at AllFreeCrochet.com and AllFreeKnitting.com. Whether you’re looking to stay warm, learn a new skill, or improve your health, these free knit and crochet patterns can help! Recent studies have found people who participate in arts and crafts such as knitting and crochet “feel happier, calmer, and more energetic the next day.” The healing benefits range from simply calming you down and easing your stress to potentially relieving depression and reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Scientists now believe that “crafts, such as crocheting, can help stimulate that dopamine release to allow us to feel happier and better about ourselves.”
The pattern libraries feature high resolution color photographs and step-by-step instructions; some include helpful video tutorials so you can follow along as you go.
AllFreeKnitting and AllFreeCrochet’s free pattern library includes:
Beginner’s Crochet Scarf – video tutorial!
100 Free Crochet Patterns for Winter: Hats, Scarves, Blankets, and More
Winter Wonderland: 17 Winter Patterns to Crochet – free eBook!
Winter Cable Knit Beanie – video tutorial!
13 Knit Hat Patterns for the Winter
Knit Super Scarves: 12 Free Patterns
PLUS: Health Benefits of Knitting and Health Benefits of Crochet
Eddie the Eagle Movie Premier a Success
20th Century Fox and Prime Publishing, LLC hosted an early screening of Eddie The Eagle, a film starring Hugh Jackman and Taron Egerton. Based on the true story of Michael “Eddie” Edwards, the film follows the British ski-jumper as he competes at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Eddie came from a family who supported his dreams through knitting, and we were excited to show our support, too! See photos from the premiere on this events page.
On Wednesday, February 17 at 7:00pm, Prime Publishing, LLC and subscribers to their knit & crochet eNewsletters attended an advance showing of Eddie The Eagle at their local AMC theater. Attendees were invited to bring their knitting and crochet projects to the theater to show their enthusiasm for the yarn community. Join in on the fun via social media with the hashtags #iKnitForEddie and #iCrochetForEddie. Plus, you can knit or crochet your own hat inspired by Eddie’s story at JimmyBeansWool.com.
Eddie The Eagle will be released in theaters on February 26, 2016. Check out the movie trailer!
Prime Publishing, LLC is proud to be a part of the passionate knitting and crochet community. #iKnitForEddie… Do you?
Eddie the Eagle Movie Premier a Success
20th Century Fox and Prime Publishing, LLC hosted an early screening of Eddie The Eagle, a film starring Hugh Jackman and Taron Egerton. Based on the true story of Michael “Eddie” Edwards, the film follows the British ski-jumper as he competes at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Eddie came from a family who supported his dreams through knitting, and we were excited to show our support, too! See photos from the premiere on this events page.
On Wednesday, February 17 at 7:00pm, Prime Publishing, LLC and subscribers to their knit & crochet eNewsletters attended an advance showing of Eddie The Eagle at their local AMC theater. Attendees were invited to bring their knitting and crochet projects to the theater to show their enthusiasm for the yarn community. Join in on the fun via social media with the hashtags #iKnitForEddie and #iCrochetForEddie. Plus, you can knit or crochet your own hat inspired by Eddie’s story at JimmyBeansWool.com.
Eddie The Eagle will be released in theaters on February 26, 2016. Check out the movie trailer!
Prime Publishing, LLC is proud to be a part of the passionate knitting and crochet community. #iKnitForEddie… Do you?
Survey Results Reveal Knitter Interests
Northbrook, IL — A recent survey conducted by AllFreeKnitting.com revealed the interests and habits of knitters who subscribe to Knit Picky Patterns, AllFreeKnitting’s free daily email newsletter. The goal was to understand how the online reader prefers to learn how to knit, get patterns and to interact with a community.
The study showed that community, in particular, is important among knitters. More than 72 percent engage in social media/community activities daily! And more knitters are using online as their primary or sole source for community building, locating knitting patterns and/or the purchase of knitting supplies.
Out of the 10,624 respondents to AllFreeKnitting’s survey, the majority were female knitters between the ages of 40-60 who enjoy knitting daily, working with worsted weight yarn and finding patterns online. This group is most likely to check social media accounts in the mornings and frequently buys yarn from companies such as Red Heart, Bernat and Lion Brand Yarn.
Aside from connecting with AllFreeKnitting through newsletters, respondents said they also enjoy interacting through a multitude of platforms including Facebook, Pinterest and YouTube.
Key findings of the survey include:
– Favorite Reader Projects:
34% – scarves
28% – sweaters
20% – afghans
16% – knit baby apparel and toys
– Social Media Use:
35% check social media in the mornings
28% check social media in the evenings
– Main Sources For Knitting Patterns:
82% – online
10% – books
8% – magazines
– Top Purchased Yarn Brands:
22% – Red Heart
20% – Lion Brand
11% – Bernat
Finally, the survey also asked readers what they would like to see changed in the Knit Picky Patterns newsletters, both in format and in content. Here is what a few readers had to say about the AllFreeKnitting newsletter, Knit Picky Patterns:
“I love this newsletter. It has a little of everything.”
“I love getting your newsletters! So many wonderful patterns to choose from. I have a list a mile long of things to make from your selections.”
“I love all your patterns. I print them out just about every day and make a lot of them. Thank you!”
Contact:
Caitlin Eaton, Editor
AllFreeKnitting.com is a website property of
Prime Publishing LLC
847-205-9375
About AllFreeKnitting.com:
AllFreeKnitting.com is dedicated to the best free knitting patterns, tutorials, tips and articles on-line. This fast growing site now has over 250,000 newsletter subscribers and over 5,000,000 knitting patterns reviewed monthly. AllFreeKnitting finds and delivers the best free knitting patterns from all over the web, from easy to knit afghan patterns to complex knitting patterns. Variety makes things exciting and AllFreeKnitting has the right thing for your next knitting adventure.
Prime Publishing LLC was established in 1995 as a traditional niche book publishing company. Today, they are an Internet Media Company that operates web site communities and e-mail newsletters in niche areas such as crafting and cooking. A full list of web properties, free newsletters and free eBooks can be found at www.primecp.com.
Knit and Crochet for All Ages with New Red Heart and FaveCrafts eBook
Northbrook, IL — Don’t let a busy lifestyle get in the way of crafting for loved ones. Inside Red Heart Yarn’s and FaveCrafts’ latest eBook, From Head to Toe, Young to Old: 26 Knit and Crochet Accessories, knitters and crocheters will find an assortment of easy-to-make accessories for people of all ages, young and old.
According to an online survey conducted by the Craft Yarn Council, 80 percent of 5,000 knitters and crocheters taught at least one person to knit or crochet in 2009. Along with this desire to pass on their hobby to others, came a desire to work on smaller projects – mainly scarves, hats and gloves. Thanks this new eBook, crafters will find plenty of smaller projects that are portable, easy to work on, and are great tools for teaching others how to knit and crochet.
Inside the From Head to Toe, Young to Old: 26 Knit and Crochet Accessories eBook, is a project for every knitter and crocheter. Starting at the beginning, choose from ten hat patterns including men, women, kids and even a hat for Baby. Keep extra warm with a selection of four scarf designs complete with child-size versions. And don’t worry about sacrificing style for warmth, inside From Head to Toe are two feminine wraps that are perfect for a night on the town. Last but not least, keep hands and feet toasty, too, with 11 slipper and glove designs made especially for comfort.
From easy gifts, to practical knit and crochet accessories, crafters will find it all in the From Head to Toe, Young to Old: 26 Knit and Crochet Accessories eBook. Download a copy for free at http://www.favecrafts.com/Crochet-Hats-Scarves-Gloves/From-Head-to-Toe-Young-to-Old-26-Knit-and-Crochet-Accessories-eBook-from-Red-Heart-Yarns or on the “Latest Free eBooks” page on FaveCrafts.com.
Contact:
Caitlin Eaton, Editor
FaveCrafts.com
Prime Publishing LLC
847-205-9375
About FaveCrafts.com:
FaveCrafts.com is an exciting resource for all things craft – from expert tips to project ideas for every style and skill level. We also publish Quick & Crafty, a free e-mail newsletter, publish crafting eBooks, and create crafting related product promotions, contests and giveaways.
Prime Publishing LLC was established in 1995 as a traditional niche book publishing company. Today, we are an Internet Media Company that operates web site communities and e-mail newsletters in niche areas such as crafting and cooking. To learn more, visit www.primenewsletters.com.