If you’ve ever lost your place mid-row, miscounted a repeat, or thought, “Wait—did I already increase here?”… today’s episode is going to be a game-changer.

In this Knit & Tell mini episode, I’m sharing the tiniest (but mightiest!) tool that makes knitting smoother, calmer, and way more fun: stitch markers.

We’ll chat about why they’re not just “nice to have,” the ones I swear by from Twice Sheared Sheep, and one creative little way I use them that might surprise you.

💡 Inside this episode:

🧶 Why stitch markers = less mental load while you knit

🧶 How to use them for pattern repeats, shaping, and peace of mind

🧶 My go-to stitch markers that never snag (plus the ones that make me smile every time I pick them up)

🧶 One outside-the-box trick for using markers to stay organized in your knitting sessions

🛍️ Featured:

- Cat Clips from Twice Sheared Sheep – functional and ridiculously cute

- 3 things you need to start knitting - Cheatsheet (free)

📲 Want to see how I use mine?

Come hang out on Instagram @theknittingmamas—I’ll be showing off my favorite WIPs (and stitch markers!) all week.

Have you started a knitting project… and then never finished it?

Friend, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into 3 super common beginner mistakes that can stall your progress—and how to gently shift out of them.

Whether you’re brand new to knitting or picking it back up after a long break, this pep talk is here to help you build momentum (and actually finish your next cozy project!).

✨ In This Episode:

• Why choosing the right first pattern matters more than you think
• The myth of “I have to learn everything before I start”
• A mindset shift that makes knitting feel like self-care, not a chore
• Why 15 minutes a day can be a total game-changer

💡 Resources Mentioned:

• 🎁 Freebie: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting
• 🧶 Beginner Headband Workshop: Grab it here for $37
• 🕯 Free 3-Day Reset: Make Time to Stitch

🧵 Stay Connected:

Tag me on Instagram @theknittingmamas and share your favorite takeaway!

And if this episode helped you feel seen? Pass it on to a friend who could use a little knitting joy 💛

Feeling like you want to knit but just don’t have the time? You’re not alone—and you’re not lazy. In this episode, we dive into the real reason making time for knitting feels so hard (especially for busy, overstimulated women), and I share 3 simple, stress-free shifts you can try today.

If you’re craving a way to reconnect with yourself in small, doable ways, this one’s for you.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why “not having time” is really about nervous system space

• 3 easy shifts to create time without guilt

• A free tool to help you build a cozy, calm knitting rhythm that sticks

Mentioned in this episode:

Start building your calm knitting rhythm today

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