Because the economy is at a struggling point, which we all know, crochet and knitting have become a popular hobby. People don't have the money to spend on afghans and winter clothes, so they realized they can make their own instead of buying.

With the fall season already here winter is not far behind so you know people are going to be knitting sweaters, scarves and afghans for themselves. These also make for great gifts for the Christmas season. I've already started making my scarves for gifts. With that said, Red Heart Yarn has come out with a free downloadable eBook for readers that was published by FaveCrafts.com.

eBooks have become more popular as the online craze has grown and because you can download them for free it allows people to continue knitting and crafting in an affordable way. In the Red Heart eBook you can find some nice fall patterns including an easy Wrist Warmers Knitting Pattern, the fun Sock Monkey Knitting Pattern, which is one of my favorites and the Flower-Square Afghan Crochet Pattern, a very cute pattern which will keep you warm. This eBook is suitable for any skill level, whether you're a beginner knitter or more experienced. I may try making the wrist warmers for myself as the weather gets colder.

You can download this eBook at http://www.favecrafts.com/Knitting/Red-Heart-Yarn-eBook

Enjoy knitting and crocheting these patterns, I know I will.