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So, I realize I’m a little behind the times, and this is old news to some knitters, but I just have to comment on the demise of Knitty Gritty and other craft shows on DIY. What a crock! Knitters only had this one show to get their fix, and now, the network is turning all their attention to the home building and DIY shows for MEN, who seem to be their target audience.

Obviously, they have no clue what a social and lucrative bunch knitters and other crafters are. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve purchased yarn for projects I’ve seen on Knitty Gritty, and purchased books recommended there, too. I am lucky enough to have a DVR, and so, I can tape the reruns even during late night programming, and I’m saving them now, since I know they won’t come back again any time soon. It just makes me boil, though, because this show is so cool, has such great ideas, and really is the only thing for us knitters on TV.

Well, the only good news is that in July, there is going to be a new knitting show premiering on PBS. So, I say we boycott DIY, since they won’t be showing anything we’re interested in anyway, and start patronizing the new PBS show. Buy the products, send feedback to PBS, and let DIY know they really don’t know a thing about DIY for women!

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