A Glossary: a Guide to Common Knitting Abbreviations
As I sit here surrounded by balls of yarn and half-finished scarves, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve seen beginners get frustrated with a guide to common knitting abbreviations.…
Your Modern Guide to the Fiber Arts
As I sit here surrounded by balls of yarn and half-finished scarves, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve seen beginners get frustrated with a guide to common knitting abbreviations.…
I still remember the first time I tried to crochet in the round – it was a frustrating experience, to say the least. I had heard that it was a…
As a craft instructor, I’ve seen many students struggle with the age-old question: what is the difference between knitting and crochet? They often feel overwhelmed by the numerous tutorials and…
I still remember the first time I tried to make cold brew coffee at home – it was a disaster. I had heard that it was a simple process, but…
I still remember the first time I tried to learn the single crochet stitch – I was frustrated, confused, and ready to give up. But then I discovered a simple…
I still remember the first time I tried to learn how to make a slip knot for crochet. I was frustrated and confused, watching YouTube tutorials that seemed to assume…
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon a rigid heddle loom in our design school’s workshop. The instructor was explaining what is a rigid heddle loom, and how…
I still remember the first time I tried to remove my weaving from the loom – it was a nerve-wracking experience, to say the least. I had spent hours, even…
As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of every color, I’m reminded of the common myth that a guide to basic weaving techniques is only for the skilled…
I still remember the first time I tried to how to warp a frame loom – it was a frustrating experience, to say the least. I had watched countless videos…