Every year, one of my favourite traditions is creating a special Christmas song for our Circular Machine Knitting community. And I'm so excited to share our 2026 Christmas song, "Cranking Up Christmas!" with you! For me, this is so much more than just a fun Christmas song. It's a celebration of YOU and the incredible community we've built together. ❤️ When I think about everything we've shared throughout the year — the projects we've created, the new techniques we've learned, the challenges we've overcome, the laughter, the encouragement, and the friendships that have grown — it reminds me just how special this little corner of the knitting world really is. Of course, our Christmas song wouldn't be complete without a little humour! After all, what machine knitter hasn't bought more yarn than they need, started too many projects, or found themselves playing yarn chicken while trying to finish a gift? 😂 But underneath all the fun is a message that's very close to my heart. No knitter learns alone. Those four words are more than just our community motto. They're what I hope every single person experiences when they become part of CMK. Whether you're brand new to circular machine knitting or have been creating for years, you belong here. And that's why creating our Christmas song each year means so much to me. It's my little way of celebrating the people who make this community what it is. 🎄 And with the release of our Christmas song, I'm officially declaring the CMK Christmas season OPEN! Over the coming weeks, we'll be celebrating the season together, sharing our Christmas creations, encouraging one another, and enjoying the wonderful friendships that make this community feel like home. So grab a cup of something warm, turn up the volume, and enjoy "Cranking Up Christmas!" I hope it makes you smile, laugh a little, and reminds you that you're part of something special. ❤️ Thank you for being part of my knitting family. You make this community worth celebrating, not just at Christmas, but all year long.

I made my first panel!

How well do we really know the people we knit with every day? Today we're playing a little game to find out! Here's how it works. Tell us THREE things about yourself or your crafting experiences. Two must be TRUE, and one must be completely MADE UP! For example: 🧶 I've made more than 100 hats. 🧶 I once knitted for 12 hours straight. 🧶 I've never bought yarn without a project in mind. Now, don't tell us which one is the fib! ❤️ YOUR TURN! Share your three statements in the comments. Then visit other members' answers and try to guess which statement isn't true. Come back later and reveal your fib! Let's see how many surprises we uncover about our fellow makers! 😂

Good morning, CMK family! ❤️ We're on Day 12 of our November 100 Club, and today we're going treasure hunting! Not for gold or diamonds, although I suspect a few of us would happily settle for a lifetime supply of yarn! 😂 We're searching for something even more useful: the knowledge, ideas, and inspiration that our members have shared. With so many posts and conversations happening, it's easy to miss something valuable. A tip shared weeks ago might solve a problem you're having today. An older project might inspire your next creation. And a question that never received an answer might be something YOU can help with. That's one of the reasons I love having a community where we can learn from one another. 🎯 TODAY'S 100 CLUB CHALLENGE Go back 2-3 weeks and explore some older posts in the community. Find THREE that interest you. Leave a meaningful comment, ask a question, share a helpful experience, or offer an answer where someone still needs help. Then visit today's Treasure Hunt Thursday post and tell us what you discovered! 📊 YOUR NOVEMBER 11 RESULTS Yesterday's Activities: _____ Qualifying Days So Far: _____ / 26 How did you do yesterday? 🎁 NEW HERE? HERE'S HOW THE 100 CLUB WORKS! Our 100 Club is open to ALL community members, regardless of membership tier! Complete at least 100 community activities on 26 different days during November to qualify for our monthly prize drawing. Activities include posting, commenting, and liking community contributions. Each month is a NEW contest, and everyone's qualifying days reset to zero on the first. 🎁 NOVEMBER'S PRIZE: ONE $50 USD CAYDO GIFT CARD! Let's uncover some hidden gems today! ❤️