Category: general
preparing for sheep and wool
It’s that time of year. The New York Sheep and Wool Festival (aka Rhinebeck) is this coming weekend, October 18-19, 2025. With that in mind, here’s my semi-annual update with tips for making the most of your festival experience. First, some basics about the festival itself. I’m only speaking to the actual Sheep and Wool…
The Practice of Creative Seasons — Autumn
Autumn is my favorite season, even though it’s one with both anniversaries of happy moments like birthdays and difficult ones steeped in grief, not to mention all that the Jewish holidays bring to the table. There’s something about this time of year that feels full of possibility while also holding the weight of what we…
The Yarn Connection
For most of my life, knitting and crocheting were solo endeavors. I’d occasionally spend Tuesday afternoons at a local yarn store, not so much to join a vibrant group as to enjoy the comforting rhythm of my routine. Over the past year, I’ve had the joy of connecting with two in-person groups and one online…
caring for mid-winter blues
Winter is a difficult time for me, I don’t like the cold (and it doesn’t like me). I love grey and I love verdant plant life, however at this time of year, everything is white and grey outside. I’ve found ways to make it better including stronger lighting and designing something in a bright yarn.…
three ways to support a creative business (without spending money)
I get it. You want to support all the creative businesses you stumble upon. I do too. Financial support is truly the best way to show a small business you care about them. I wish my budget matched the generosity of my heart. Sadly, it doesn’t, but there are ways I can still help support…
three gifts for creative individuals
You’ve stumbled upon this post because you hope to find a unique gift for the creative individual in your life. It’s challenging because their needs and preferences can seem unique and impossible. Here are three types of gifts that I strongly believe the creative people in your life will appreciate the most: Yes. These can…