Children need clothing that can keep up with their boundless energy. While detailed lace or intricate patterns might look beautiful, they’re more likely to snag or tear during play.

The knitting group meets every Monday to stitch items for children in need. The group of about 20 knitters, including some who knit at home, contribute their wares to the collection.

Make a cute kids' Christmas jumper with our free knitting pattern – it's the ideal Christmas craft project for improver knitters© Sarah Brick - Hearst Owned ...

I knit a heck of a lot. I could find time to knit where none seemed to exist. I stayed up late. I made gifts for others, and things for myself.

2. Melissa & Doug Weaving Loom The world is their oyster with this do-it-all knitting kit for kids. The loom is one of the most versatile you can find. From colorful woven bags to pieces of art ...

Knitting Bee runs the teddy clothing drive, offering patterns and inspiration to crafters — and this year running a bear costume contest — and collecting hundreds upon hundreds of teddy garments.