Mom's Escape: Knit Wits

Knitting is big these days.

This relaxing and creative past-time can be seen all over town. Knitters riding the bus. Knitters in the park working on a sweater. Knitters enjoying coffee and quietly working on their creations in a cafe.

Knitting groups are popping up all over the place. Local women are gathering together to knit their creations and enjoy companionship and good conversation.

Not only is knitting fun and interesting, it's a personalized (and economic way) to make gifts for others.

Around town, there are some great resources to learn about knitting and get supplies galore. If you are interested and new to the craft/hobby, it's never too late to learn. Check it out.

Lamb's Ear Farm, Artco Crafts and Fibers Etc., all of Tacoma, offer terrific knitting supplies and accessories, great know-how, and project tips for beginning and novice knitters alike.

Yorkshire Yarns of Lakewood is the ultimate knitter's dream. Just come on in and chill out and work on your knitting, take a class, join a knitting group and get supplies. Check out the link above to learn more and get some great tips and inspiration!

If you are a knitter ready to go with your craft, perhaps you'd like to consider a knitting meet-up. These are regular and established groups right in your backyard that meet to work on projects and share a love of knitting. Click here to find a meet-up near you and to get more information on how you can be a part of one of these groups.

Want to knit for a good cause? Many charities, whether they are local and national, gladly accept lovingly made blankets, sweaters, hats and the like for those in need. Interested? Click here on the knitting community website to get started to put your good works to good use.