Sew Darn Special

18/06/2026

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Knitting( or crocheting) halves dementia risk. It’s long but interesting.

09/06/2026

Is it beanie weather? I think so! Some of the patterns we have are featured here

07/06/2026

Hope you are all enjoying the long weekend! See you tomorrow 10-5

20/05/2026

Is this what Angels knit with? Heavenly HALO, just new in.
Knit alone or combine with another yummy yarn.

16/05/2026

Big shout out to our newest top fan!💎

Ally Arkle

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14/05/2026

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4 Research based reasons to teach your child to knit:

1. Improved self-control.
A 2023 study asked elementary school children to complete inhibition-control tasks after a short knitting session. Researchers found the knitting group performed better on both emotional and non emotional self regulation tasks compared to the control group.

2.Better attention & focus.
A 2025 study found that participants performed better on attention tests after just 20 minutes of crochet. Researchers also observed changes in brain networks linked to attention.

3.Stronger learning skills.
Knitting combines counting, sequencing, pattern recognition, reading instructions, and problem solving all within one activity, which is why fiber crafts are often discussed in hands on education research.

4.Supports motor coordination.
Knitting requires sustained hand movement, visual tracking, coordination, and concentration at the same time. Developmental research has consistently linked fine motor development with broader cognitive development in children.

Sources:

1. Frontiers in Psychology

2.Scientific Reports / PubMed Sebastiano et al. (2025)

3. Craft Yarn Council - ‘Why Teach Knit & Crochet?’

4.Harvard Center on the Developing Child + Child Mind Institute

07/05/2026

When someone asks you what you want for Mothers Day… tell them we are open till 5 Friday and 1 on Saturday and that we love writing out Gift Vouchers!

04/05/2026

May the Fourth be with you @ 107 Rubicon Street Sebastopol

27/04/2026

So you’re coming in to buy wool and have a pattern but don’t know what ply it’s written for? This might help.

22/04/2026

Just a small selection of our restocked KnitPro range 😊😊😊