As the world adapts to the new credit crunch way of life, the trend for Christmas 2008 is to 0get creative0 and show that enjoying the festive season doesn0t have to cost the earth, and can prove to be even more personal in the process.
In 2007 when a well-known American trend predictor stated that 0knitting has a great future0 many scoffed at the idea. Knitting has long been seen as outdated, old fashioned and something that Grandmothers and Great Aunts did to pass a rainy afternoon. However predictions are often stranger than fiction as there is a major movement that has seen many rekindle their love affair with all things wonderfully woolen.
Stars such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Madonna and Cameron Diaz have recently reveled themselves as knitters. No longer is knitting a guilty pleasure; the craft is being seen as a form of stress relief and a relatively cheap, creative outlet that provides a sense of accomplishment - perfect for the current unsettled economic climate.
Helping to aid the revival is 20080s autumn and winter fashions. The catwalk looks have not only put the spotlight on chunky knitwear, but also on statement accessories; many of which have elements of knitwear […]

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