Author: Audrey Vance

I still remember the day I first discovered the world of a guide to plant-based yarn fibers. As a former yarn store owner, I had tried every type of yarn…

I still remember the first time I had to advise a customer on choosing between alpaca and cashmere yarns for their knitting project. It was a daunting task, as both…

I still remember the first time I encountered what is superwash merino wool – it was like a revelation for a busy maker like myself. I had just opened my…

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As a seasoned fiber artist, I’ve often found myself on a quest for the best knitting books that can elevate my craft and inspire new projects. However, I’ve learned the…

I still remember the first time I realized the power of a guide to blocking tools in transforming my knitting projects from good to great. It was like a lightbulb…

I still remember the first time I tried spinning my own yarn – it was a disaster. I had invested in what I thought was one of the best spinning…

I still remember the first time I struggled to find the perfect crochet hook for my project. It was a frustrating experience, to say the least. As a former yarn…

I still remember the first time I tried to knit a sweater with what I thought was one of the best yarns for sweaters. It was a beautiful, soft blend,…

I still remember the frustration of my early days as a yarn store owner, when customers would come in, overwhelmed by the vast array of yarns and unsure of how…