One of the things that makes this community so special isn’t just the patterns or lessons — it’s you. Every like, comment, question, encouragement, and shared project helps turn this space into a place where no knitter learns alone. This week, I want to celebrate two groups of incredible members: 🎉 Level 4+ Legends 🎉 These members have reached Level 4 or higher, and that doesn’t happen by accident. It means they show up, support others, share their journey, and help make this community what it is. 👏 Let’s give a huge round of applause to: Level 4 @Autumn Fox @Barbara Sneed @Brigitte Revel-Wall @Christine Wharton @Deborah Keep @Franee Scallan @Gail Dorr @Gloria Turner @Kailee Archer @Katherine Freemanfahrig @Kim Guite @Kim Jalbert @Mariska Abma @Michelle Miltiades @Paul Haddon @Viga Troiano Level 5 @Callie Banks @Danielle Williams @Deb Gothard @Denyse H @June E Mackenzie @Linda Simard @Shani King @Shoshana Kaliski @Stefanie Byrd Level 6 @Amanda Berridge @Angela Skelton @Ashley Busby @Brenda Lonsdale @Dd Stoller @Janie Dillon @Susan Sams @Wendy Merchant

If you’re new to the community — welcome! I’m really glad you’re here. 💛And if you’ve been around for a bit, this is an important reminder. One of the biggest reasons people choose to upgrade isn’t just patterns or classes. It’s support. So many knitters struggle not because they lack ability, but because they’re trying to figure everything out alone — guessing, redoing projects, or feeling frustrated when something doesn’t work the way they hoped. This community exists so no knitter learns alone and as a free member you are always welcome to post in the community, ask questions and get help, pretty quickly. But... Inside the paid memberships, you don’t have to wonder: “Is this yarn wrong?” “Why does this keep dropping stitches?” “Am I doing something wrong?” You can join us during our crafting hours and get everything diagnosed and solved in person. ✨ What Premium & VIP Members Get Access To When you upgrade, you unlock: • The complete pattern library (no buying patterns one by one) • Monthly classes that build real skills • Crafting Hours where you can ask questions and get live help • Yarn guidance and reviews to avoid costly mistakes • Replay access for classes and challenges • A supportive group of knitters who truly want to see you succeed And for VIP members, there’s even more: • Business and selling guidance • Help choosing the right path for your goals • Mentorship, encouragement, and accountability ⏰ A Gentle Reminder Right now, you can still upgrade at founding pricing — but that ends January 1st. • Premium: $79 for the year or $9 a month • VIP: $179 for the year or $19 a month If you upgrade before then, you lock in this price for life as long as your membership stays active. 👉 You can explore the options here: https://www.skool.com/circular-machine-knitting/plans click join Premium or Join VIP to see the annual price. Whether you stay free or decide to upgrade, I’m truly glad you’re here.

Today’s Knitmas project is a classic holiday staple that instantly transforms your space and makes everything feel a little more festive. Meet the Cozy Christmas Plaid Runner — a timeless red-and-black plaid design that brings warmth, charm, and handmade beauty to your holiday décor. ✨ This project is perfect for: - Dressing up your Christmas dinner table - Adding a festive touch to a buffet, sideboard, or coffee table - Practicing clean color changes and tidy edges - Creating a handmade piece you can bring out year after year 🧶 Skill-building bonus:This runner is a great confidence-builder if you want more practice with structured colorwork while still creating something very usable and gift-worthy. 🎁 Paid Members Your full Drop Lace Wrap pattern is now available in the:👉 Classroom Tab → Knitmas Area 🎄 Free Members Want to unlock this pattern and every Knitmas project so far, plus the full pattern library, classes, and bonuses? You can get everything instantly for $9 a month or $79 a year (Prices going up Jan 1st):🔗 https://www.skool.com/circular-machine-knitting/plans Show off your colours and yarn choices — gradients, ice blues, soft pastels, and neutrals all look amazing with this table runner!

I want to run an idea past my Premium and VIP members before making any decisions, because your support truly matters to me. In January, I’m planning a Sweater Designing class. Because of the depth of the topic, it will take several sessions to complete properly. I’ve been thinking about turning this into a free 5-day challenge as a way to: ✨ Welcome new members into the community ✨ Give something special back as a Christmas gift ✨ Celebrate my birthday in January (this would be my gift to all of you!) Normally, classes like this are reserved for paid members only, and I want to be very respectful of that. So before I move forward, I wanted to ask you directly: 👉 Would you be okay with this particular class being offered for free in January as a one-time event? Your Premium and VIP memberships would, of course, continue to include: 💛 All other classes and replays 💛 Ongoing Crafting Hours and mentorship 💛 Full access to the pattern library and business training Please feel free to share your thoughts honestly — I truly value your input and want to make sure this feels good and fair to those who support the community. Thank you for being such an amazing part of this journey. 🧶💛