A Resource Guide: Where to Donate Your Knitted Items
I still remember the first time I asked a fellow knitter, “What are you working on?” and she told me about her project to create warm hats for the local…
A Simple Guide on How to Add Fringe or Tassels to Your Project
I still remember the first time I tried to add fringe to a handmade bag – it was a disaster! I had heard that learning how to add fringe or…
A Guide on How to Make a Faux Fur Pom Pom for a Hat
I still remember the day my wife, an avid weaver, asked me to help her create a faux fur pom pom for a hat. She had seen one at a…
The Best Knitting Projects for Charity: Patterns and Ideas
As I’ve traveled to fiber festivals and met incredible makers, I’ve often found myself wondering about the best knitting projects for charity. It’s amazing to see how a simple skein…
An Introduction to What Is a Four-shaft Floor Loom
As I stand in my studio, surrounded by half-finished projects and spools of yarn, I often find myself pondering the question: what is a four-shaft floor loom? It’s a query…
An Explainer: What Is Blocking and Why Is It Important?
I still remember the first time I encountered what is blocking and why is it important in my knitting journey. A fellow crafter told me that blocking was some kind…
A Look at a Review of Merino Wool Yarn for Crochet
I still remember the first time I picked up a hook and some merino wool yarn for a crochet project – it was like a match made in heaven. But,…
Dating a Hobosexual: Signs He’s Only With You for a Place to Live
I still remember the night I met my partner, a fellow traveler, under the dim lights of a roadside diner. The smell of freshly brewed coffee and the sound of…
Bring the Outside In: Why Biophilic Design Is the Mental Health Hack Your Home Needs
I still remember the first time I walked into a space that embodied the principles of Biophilic Interior Design. The abundance of natural light, the lush greenery, and the earthy…
Set the Mood: How to Replace a Standard Switch With a Dimmer Safely
I still remember the first time I tried Installing Dimmer Switch in my workshop – it was a frustrating experience, to say the least. The instructions that came with the…