Hand Knit Gro Socks
Recently I posted on my personal Facebook page and asked if any of my friends wanted to knit socks together. I was not greeted with…
Handmade Dolls
If there’s one book I wish I had from my childhood, it’s a crafts project book that contained a sweet pattern for a handmade doll….
Dyeing with Pokeweed (an invasive plant in my yard)
Some things you eagerly do and others you have a hard time getting started. You have the desire and the interest, but something always stops…
Rhinebeck and the birth of my Shlanket
This post popped up in my feed today and I immediately sent it to my pal Laura, “Can you believe it’s been six years?” It’s…
Vellichor Cropped Tee
Knitting is my “go to” stress reliever and I often start projects on a whim, such as the Soldotna Crop or the hats I like…
Hidden Lace Cowl
Why “Hidden Lace”? When you work a lace pattern in bulky, it looks entirely different, with a squishy, stretchy feel that is wonderfully cozy as…
How to Sign Up as a Test Knitter on Ravelry
First, You will need to obtain a “Tester Code” and Pattern Name from your Ravelry Designer The Designer generates a “Tester Code” when they are…
Father Son Pullover with Fibonacci Stripes
I’ve been knitting “top down” sweaters lately (where you start from the neck and knit your way down), but wanted broader shoulders for a sweater…
Knitting Brioche
Recently I was able to attend Andrea Mowry’s Brioche Bookcamp at Harrisville Designs and learn how to become a more confident brioche knitter! What is…
Bernie’s Mittens
Recently I wanted to make something special for a family member who had been going through a very tough time. Due to covid, I couldn’t…
How to Clean Face Masks
Steps to sterilize your face mask Pour boiling water into a bowl and add liquid soap (detergent or hand soap) Let sit for 5 minutes….
How to Add Nose Wire to Face Mask
I have been following the instructions for creating a face mask from this video that my local hospital recommended. I made a few changes, such…