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KAFFE PARTY!

A cordial invitation to join us on Sat., Oct. 4, as the legendary genius of color comes to MDK World Headquarters in Nashville. Make your plans now to join us for a very special gathering. Tickets here. (And yes, MDK Society members save 10% with your coupon code.)

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Coming Sept. 26: Cecelia Campochiaro gets into reversible cables. This is going to be good.

Virtual class + kit here!

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You've Got Snippets: September 13, 2025

By Ann Shayne and Kay Gardiner   0

Announcing! Beads, a new class with Jeanette Sloan. Plus: Tales galore, from the beauty of IKEA to Clara’s reverie on the joy of fiber festivals.

Craft Paper and Glue Sticks: IKEA's Magical Patterns

By Jeni Hankins   22

Pioneering practical housewares that are also beautiful is celebrated in Scotland.

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IN TOWN? COME SEE US IN NASHVILLE!

We’ve created a little shop at MDK World Headquarters, 441 Atlas Drive, filled with special things you won’t find online, plus our exclusive yarns, tools, and notions. Open just a bit, Mondays and Fridays, 11:00-3:00.

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Jeni Hankins

London, England

First attempted knitting with butcher’s twine on two HB pencils.

Adrienne Martini

Oneonta, New York

Tudor Roses, anyone? ... Anyone?

Clara Parkes

Portland, Maine

Thinking about biscuits right now.

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