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We have a special pup-up shop filled with the cutest doggie gifts. Have a look, and you’ll see what we mean.

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This Friday, Aug. 8! The great Ambah O'Brien teaches intarsia and her adorable Bliss-Bloss Shawl.

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Today on MDK

Life with Wool: Dog Days, Wool Ways

By Clara Parkes   21

Not all beaches are tropical and not all swimsuit fabric is made in a factory.

Billy Joel: And So It Goes

By Kay Gardiner   18

The compelling, complicated tales behind the music.

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Dana Williams-Johnson

Clinton, Maryland

Claim to fame: 27 sweaters in a single year.

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Toronto, Ontario

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Nashville

Could be knitting; could be cycling.

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