An Explainer: What Is a Blocking Mat for Crochet?
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon the concept of what is a blocking mat for crochet. I was a beginner, eager to dive into the world of…
A Practical Guide on How to Rebalance Your Investment Portfolio
I still remember the day I realized my investment portfolio was a mess – it was like trying to navigate a stormy sea without a compass. I had invested in…
A Guide to Weaving a Landscape Tapestry
As I sit at my loom, surrounded by threads of every color and texture, I’m reminded of the common myth that a guide to weaving a landscape tapestry requires a…
A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Hiring Your First Employee
I still remember the day I decided to hire my first employee for my small business – it was a mix of excitement and terror. I had heard so many…
An Explainer: What Is Hatching in Tapestry Weaving?
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon the concept of what is hatching in tapestry weaving. As an architect turned textile artist, I was fascinated by the idea…
A Step-by-step Guide on How to Wet Block a Wool Sweater
I still remember the first time my wife asked me to help her with how to wet block a wool sweater. She had just finished knitting this beautiful, intricate piece,…
An Explainer: What Are Blocking Mats and Do You Need Them?
I still remember the first time my wife, an avid weaver, asked me to build her a custom loom. As I delved into the world of fiber arts, I discovered…
A Guide on How to Join Granny Squares Together
I still remember the first time I tried to join granny squares together – it was a hot mess, if I’m being honest. I had spent hours crocheting these beautiful,…
A Guide to What Is Interlocking Crochet in Tapestry
As I sit amidst my looms and half-finished projects, I often think about the misconceptions surrounding what is interlocking crochet in tapestry. Many believe it’s a complicated, expensive, or time-consuming…
A Lookbook: How to Style Your Hand-knitted Sweaters
I still remember the first time I wore a hand-knitted sweater to a fiber festival – it was love at first sight, but I had no idea how to style…