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 The Gauge Doesn’t Match… But I Still Want to Knit It | Using AI to Predict the Finished Size
My gauge didn't match the pattern, so I used AI to predict the finished size before casting on Ridge Sweater. Here's how I compared sizes, calculated ease, and chose the best fit.
English How to Measure Gauge for Knitting in the Round
Learn why flat stockinette swatches can give inaccurate gauge for knitting in the round, how to knit a fake in the round swatch, and why even experienced knitters still struggle with gauge.
English FIVE Finished｜A Wear Test Using mominoki yarn German Merino Light Alternative
Finished the FIVE knitting pattern using Hamanaka Amerry as a substitute for German Merino Light. Includes fit review, yarn usage, and Tubular Bind-Off tutorial for knitters.
English DARUMA Ladder Tape Yarn Review: Mesh Back-Slit Pullover
A hands-on review of DARUMA Ladder Tape yarn. See how the mesh back-slit pullover turned out, plus tips for international knitters, chart-based patterns, and where to buy the yarn worldwide.
English Seeknit vs. KnitPro: Why This KnitPro Lover Switched for Small Gauge Magic Loop
A detailed comparison of Seeknit and KnitPro interchangeable needles. Find out why Seeknit is the best choice for small-gauge knitting, Magic Loop, and smooth cable joins.
English Summer Knitting Plans? Or… Winter Prep in Disguise?
Planning your summer knitting? Here’s what I’m making from April to August—plus why I always start winter sweaters early (and what I learned the hard way).
English FO: REGOLITH by DARUMA – Mastering GEEK Yarn and Perfecting the Fit
A detailed review of the Regolith pullover knit with DARUMA GEEK yarn. Learn how to adjust gauge for the perfect fit, the unique hood construction, and the dramatic transformation after wet blocking. Includes tips on color bleeding and drying for high-quality results.
English Before You Ask “Will This Sell?” — The Market, Not Social Media, Decides the Value of Your Handmade Work
Tired of asking “How much would you pay?” on social media? Learn why the market—not opinions—should guide your handmade pricing, and how to get real answers by listing your work.
English Why Asking “How Did You Make That?” Can Get You Blocked in the Craft Community
Why asking “How did you make that?” can sometimes offend knitters and crocheters. Learn the difference between patterns and techniques—and how to ask respectfully in the craft community.
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.