Hanks And Needles

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Hanks And Needles Turning string into pretty things. Creative knitting patterns and designs inspired by life, nature, I taught myself many techniques and even how to crochet.

Turning String into Pretty Things

My journey with Hanks and Needles began in 2012, everything in the shop is lovingly created by me, Makenzie. While studying to be an art major I learned to knit, it was instant love. I am passionate about colors and fine fibers. I feel life is too short to create with itchy yarn, and who would want to wear something itchy (not me). I work on my shop daily, even though I admit it doesn't feel like work. I love creating all kinds of knitwear and blankets; I know many people do. Which is why I have started creating patterns and supplies for other fellow fiber lovers. Thank you for joining me on my creative journey filled with cozy soft yarn. Stay Warm. Stay Cozy. Best Wishes. See my creative process on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/HanksAndNeedles

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www.hanksandneedles.etsy.com

10/08/2026

Join me this Sunday for All about Brioche 𝑲𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒕𝒚 𝑳𝒂𝒎𝒃. We will walk through knitting construction of brioche stitches (no matter your knitting style!) as we knit up the Swing Shift Cowl. Space is limited, click the link in my bio to register.

10/01/2026

🧦These beautiful knit socks by Makenzie Alvarez of Hanks And Needles feature leaf and vine shapes in an organized graphic pattern. We love the combination of multi and solid yarns from Schoppel Wolle so much that we created a series of kit colorways for you to consider!⁠
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There is limited availability of some of the combinations so be sure to place your order asap via link in comments!
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Included in each kit:⁠
- One skein Admiral (solid) by Schoppel in selected colorway⁠
- One skein Admiral R Druck (multicolor) by Schoppel in selected colorway⁠
- Avalon sock pattern by Makenzie Alvarez
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Which color combination would you use?I have had this idea in my head for about a year now. Originally I was just going ...
09/26/2026

Which color combination would you use?
I have had this idea in my head for about a year now. Originally I was just going to use two colors, but ever since I opened up the yarn box from Quince & Co now I’m thinking 3 or 4 colors would work too.

Help me decide which combo to cast on this weekend. If my idea works I might make more than one.

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