Written by DCist Contributer Clare Kelley Now that the cold weather seems like it might stick around for a little while, it’s time to bundle up. For a lot of people around D.C., that involves curling up with some cozy yarn and knitting hats, scarves, and mittens. What? You haven’t noticed the scores of knitters on the Metro?!? Knitting is back, baby, and there’s something about handknit accessories that just keeps you toastier. Whether you…

Whether you’ve ever walked into an art gallery and seriously thought, “Hmm, I could do that,” or you’re just looking for a way to stretch your creative muscles, the city is overflowing with art classes and easels with your name on them. Practice something you’ve always loved, or try something new and unusual. Whatever you do, don’t sit in front of the TiVo waiting for inspiration to strike. At the very least, you’ll make out…

Local singer-songerwriter Andy Zipf calls himself “a mood pop artist who sings songs for the lonely,” but with his popularity on the rise, we can’t imagine he’ll stay solitary for too long. Zipf took the time to chat with DCist about his music, taping a segment with the Today Show, and what the hell “pod-jacking” is. VITALS: Full Name: Andrew Zipf Age: 24 Hometown: Indianapolis How long have you lived in Washington: 4 or 5…

Martha’s Poncho Is Hot Stuff: Who knew that a fashion trend from West Virginia could send women everywhere searching for knitting patterns? But it’s true, says that Post, which details how Martha Stewart’s now-famous prison departure garb is inspiring those in the knitting world to re-create it. Kelly Ann Collins’ Socialiate Reporter notes on the fashion trend: I was glad when this look went out with those Free Winona t-shirts. But unfortunately, thanks to Ms….

Oh my. Everywhere we looked this around, we were swamped by a multitude of events having to do with pine trees and carols and lights and cookies. You know what that means: the holiday deluge is officially upon us! Enjoy the next few manic weeks. FRIDAY: >> The ambitious and genre-hopping Magentic Fields, spearheaded by indie-god Stephen Merrit, play the Birchmere in Alexandria. $25. 10 p.m. >> Debbie Stoller, author of the hit Stich ‘N…