A Step-by-step Guide to the Half Double Crochet Stitch
I still remember the first time I tried to master the half double crochet stitch – it was a frustrating mess of tangled yarn and misplaced hooks. But with patience…
Understanding the Mind-body Connection
I still remember the day I realized that the mind-body connection wasn’t just some New Age buzzword, but a tangible force that could change my life. I was sitting in…
A Guide to Creating an Ombre Effect in Weaving
As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of every hue, I’m reminded of the common myth that creating an ombre effect in weaving is a complicated, tedious process.…
The Ultimate Social Media Guide for Growth
I still remember the first time I tried to create a social media presence for my bookbinding business – I was overwhelmed by the numerous platforms and unsure of how…
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…