Here you can read my Japanese knitting and crochet articles in English.
I share what I make, what I learn, and a bit of my life as a yarn lover in Japan.
English “I’m the One Who Brought the Stock Down to 1!” — A $150 Splurge on the SEKKA Yarn Set and My $1,200 Reflection on Last Year’s Obsession.
Did you survive Japan’s "Knitting Day" (Feb 10th) sales? I finally snagged the amirisu SEKKA yarn set! Read about my $150 psychological battle with the stock counter, a review of amirisu Sprint yarn, and my honest reflection on spending $1,200 on yarn last year.
English DARUMA GEEK Take Two! Casting on “REGOLITH” by amirisu
After a sizing fail with DARUMA GEEK yarn, I’m casting on REGOLITH for a second attempt. Sharing gauge swatches, needle choices, and the 30g vs 50g yarn difference for international knitters.
English How to Knit Two Pieces the Same Size: Tips for Consistent Gauge
Do you struggle with uneven gauge in knitting? Learn 4 simple tips to keep your stitches consistent and discover the "simultaneous knitting" method to make sure your left and right parts always match in size. Perfect for beginners!
English Does Vacuum-Packing Ruin Yarn? | Hamanaka Amerry Review & Swatch Test
Worried about your yarn arriving flat and hard in a vacuum-sealed bag? I tested Hamanaka Amerry to see if vacuum-packing affects the quality and gauge. Watch the "unboxing" video and see my swatch results! Spoiler: It fluffs up and looks beautiful. No need to panic, just get knitting!
English Early Summer Pullover: Project Notes & Modficiations
A detailed review of the Early Summer knitting project using a cotton yarn substitute. Includes yarn comparison, fit notes, gauge decisions, and tips for yoke decreases.
English Finished: michiyo’s Cable V-Neck Pullover – A Lesson in Gauge Mistakes
A finished review of michiyo’s Cable V-Neck Pullover. An honest look at fit, sizing, and what happens when you ignore a knitting gauge mistake.
English IUnderstanding Italian BO as Tubular BO in the Sandnes Garn Artisane Cardigan – Part 2
Struggling with the “Italian BO” in the Artisane Cardigan? Here’s my personal knitting story of how I finally understood Sandnes Garn’s tubular front band, slit buttonholes, and double knitting structure.
English Knitting the Artisane Cardigan in Red: A Tale of Yarn Selection and the Italian Bind-Off Struggle (Part 1)
As a dedicated knitter exploring new skills, I’m tackling the Artisane Cardigan to finally master the Italian Bind-Off. Read about my journey of blending yarns for the perfect red and pushing my boundaries with new techniques.
English Trustfall Shawl Project Notes: Knitted with the Recommended Malabrigo Yarns (Up to Cast-On)
Project notes for knitting the Trustfall Shawl with the recommended Malabrigo yarns. Includes yarn yardage differences, skipping gauge, and a stretchy upper edge technique used in shawl patterns.
English Hamanaka Amelie: The Perfect Substitute Yarn for the FIVE Pattern
Knitting the FIVE pattern? Learn how Hamanaka Amelie perfectly matches the gauge and texture of Mominoki Yarn German Merino Light for less than half the cost. Includes tips for international buyers.