A Simple Guide on How to Make Locking Stitch Markers
I still remember the day my wife, an avid knitter, asked me to make her a set of custom locking stitch markers. She was frustrated with the flimsy, store-bought ones…
A Guide on How to Use a Color Wheel for Yarn Pairing
As I sit amidst my loom and threads, I often think about the common misconception that using a color wheel for yarn pairing is a rigid, formulaic process. But the…
A Spinner’s Review of the Ashford Traveller Spinning Wheel
I still remember the first time I laid eyes on the Ashford Traveller spinning wheel – it was love at first sight, or so I thought. As a seasoned fiber…
A Travel Hacker’s Guide on How to Use Credit Card Rewards for Luxury Travel
I still remember the look on my friend’s face when I told her I was flying first class to Paris for free – she thought I was joking. But the…
A Guide to House-sitting: the Secret to Free Accommodation
I still remember the moment I stumbled upon the secret to traveling the world without breaking the bank: how to get started with house-sitting for free accommodation. It was a…
A Simple Guide to Understanding Your Profit and Loss (p&l) Statement
I still remember the first time I had to decipher a profit and loss statement for my own business – it was like trying to crack a secret code. Everyone…
A Guide to Tunisian Crochet Hooks for Beginners
I still remember the first time I picked up a Tunisian crochet hook – it was like a revelation. I had been struggling with traditional crochet techniques for years, but…
An Introduction to a Guide to Fair Isle Knitting
I still remember the first time I attempted a guide to fair isle knitting – I was intimidated by the intricate patterns and worried that my stitches would be uneven.…
A Fun Guide to Dyeing Your Macrame Cord
I still remember the first time I attempted to dye my macrame cord – it was a disaster! I had envisioned a beautiful, vibrant hue, but what I got was…
An Explainer: What Is the Difference Between Stitch Markers for Knitting and Crochet?
I still remember the day my wife, an avid weaver, asked me to build her a custom loom. As I worked on the project, I noticed her frustration with the…