Nancy J. Thomas is editorial director at Lion Brand Yarn Company, the former editor of "Vogue Knitting" and "Knitter's Magazine, " the founding editor of "Family Circle Knitting, " and author of a nationally syndicated column called "The NeedleWorks." Nancy also coauthored "Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book." She has appeared on television, including the "Today" show, to promote knitting and has hosted hand-knitting fashion shows around the country.