A Designer’s Guide to Choosing Colors for a Colorwork Project
I still remember the first time I attempted a colorwork project – I was so overwhelmed by the endless possibilities that I ended up with a palette that was more…
An Explainer: What Is Value in Color Theory for Weavers?
As I sit amidst my loom and half-finished weaving projects, I often think about the concept of what is value in color theory for weavers. It’s a topic that’s often…
A Guide on How to Knit Seed Stitch for a Beautiful Texture
I still remember the first time I tried to learn how to knit seed stitch – I was frustrated and felt like I was all thumbs. A common myth is…
A Beginner’s Guide on How to Crochet a Simple Top-down Sweater
I still remember the first time I tried to crochet a simple top-down sweater – it was a disaster. I had envisioned a cozy, handmade masterpiece, but what I got…
An Explainer: What Is a Niddy Noddy and What Is It For?
I still remember the first time I encountered a niddy noddy – a quirky tool that’s often shrouded in mystery. As a seasoned fiber artist, I’ve lost count of how…
An Explainer: What Is the Difference Between a Slip Stitch and a Single Crochet?
I still remember the first time I tried to learn what is the difference between a slip stitch and a single crochet. I was sitting in my tiny art school…
An Explainer: What Is a Niddy Noddy and How to Make One
I still remember the day my wife, an avid spinner, complained about the flimsy niddy noddy she was using. She needed a tool that could keep up with her passion,…
A Simple Guide to Using a Sock Blocker
I still remember the first time I tried to block a handmade sock without a sock blocker – it was a disaster. The shape was all wrong, and the fabric…
A Guide on How to Increase and Decrease in Crochet
I still remember the first time I struggled with how to increase and decrease in crochet. I was working on a beautiful lace shawl, and my tension was all off,…
Understanding Cultural Identity in a Globalized World
I still remember the smell of my grandmother’s kitchen, where the aroma of traditional spices and freshly baked bread filled the air, transporting me to a world where cultural identity…