Stars. Stitches. Sass. We’re launching the Crafter Zodiac – a new series that’s part horoscope, part roast, and fully obsessed with yarn. Whether you’re the swatching type or a reckless cast-on rebel, your sign has something to say.
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19): The Impatient Frogging Warrior
You started three new projects before breakfast and finished none. Classic Aries. This month, channel that fire into frogging fearlessly—yes, even the lumpy scarf from 2018.
Avoid: Knitting group debates over Continental vs. English style—you will duel.
Lucky tool: A yarn swift spinning slightly too fast.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20): The Yarn Whisperer
Your yarn stash has achieved sentience. It’s whispering: “Swatch first…” Ignore it. Cosmic forces—and your inner Taurus—say new cast-ons are essential.
Beware of rogue scissors.
Best day for casting on: Friday, when Venus is in retro-fibergrade.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 20): The Dual-WIP Dynamo
Geminis are masters of multitasking. You’re currently juggling a sock, a Tunisian crochet sampler, and a questionable amigurumi with two left arms.
Communication is key: Let your projects know they’ll all get finished. Someday.
Lucky break: You’ll find your missing stitch counter… in the freezer. Again.
Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22): The Cozy Creator
Home is your habitat, and you’re nesting hard. Blankets, shawls, tea cozies—your emotional support yarn is thriving.
This month, don’t be afraid to frog the baby blanket from 2014. It’s okay. You’ve grown.
Lucky fiber: Chunky-weight alpaca that smells faintly of nostalgia.
Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 22): The Spotlight Stitcher
Leo, that dramatic oversized cabled cardigan you’re making? It will turn heads. The stars say you must wear it to brunch—even if it’s 85°F.
Crochet crowns may also feature.
Lucky alignment: Compliments from strangers at the yarn shop.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22): The Pattern-Perfect Perfectionist
Your project bags are labeled. Your stitch counts are exact. Your spreadsheet has tabs for each WIP.
But the cosmos say it’s time to try a mystery pattern… without a swatch.
Breathe. You can do this.
Lucky error: That unintentional YO that somehow looks… intentional.
Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22): The Balance Caster-Onner
You seek harmony in colorwork and cables. But your stash has reached equilibrium and now demands… more yarn.
This month, lean into the symmetry. Knit two identical socks. Or mitts. Or lovers’ hats.
Lucky charm: That one skein you bought just for the aesthetic.
Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21): The Mysterious Stitch Witch
You hold deep secrets—like where you really got that luxury yarn. (It was $42. You told them $12.)
This month, let your dark side shine: make something moody, marled, and magically hard to replicate.
Beware: Friends will “borrow” your stitch markers and never return them.
Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21): The Wandering Wool Seeker
You travel with needles, hooks, and a vague idea of finding a yarn store in every town.
This month, inspiration strikes mid-journey—expect an impromptu airport cast-on using local wool and chopsticks.
Lucky find: A discontinued colorway at 75% off. Go. Now.
Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19): The Ambitious Finisher
You will finish that massive temperature blanket. Even if it’s 3 years behind. This month, productivity soars—especially when bribed with snacks and podcasts.
Warning: Your planner may burst into flames from overuse.
Lucky ritual: Tuesday night blocking sessions.
Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 18): The Experimental Fiber Alchemist
You once knit with raffia. Last week it was tinsel. This month, the stars say yes to banana yarn and no to following the pattern.
Expect your work to confuse and delight in equal measure.
Lucky rebellion: A granny square vest with LED lights.
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20): The Dreamy Stitch Siren
You float between daydreams and drapey shawls, but beware: your stitch count may float too.
This month, embrace your ethereal energy. Try lace. Try bobbles. Maybe at the same time.
Lucky vision: A rainbow fade that hits your soul’s exact frequency.
Whether you’re a cosmic crafter or just here for the chaos, thanks for joining us. Come back next Issue for more signs, more stitches, and definitely more sass.
About the Writer: Jody Richards
I’m the knitting-obsessed, crochet-loving, math-geeky, web-dev girl behind Knotions. I’m passionate about helping crafters become even better at what they love, whether that means understanding why a stitch works a certain way or discovering their next favorite yarn.
Crafting runs deep in my roots—my mom was an avid embroiderer and sewist, and she sparked my lifelong love of all things crafty. Since those early days, I’ve combined my degrees in Math and Computer Science with over two decades of experience in digital marketing to build Knotions into a place that’s both fun and informative.
My mission at Knotions is simple: to empower crafters to craft smarter. Let’s make something awesome together!
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