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My studio is a feline friendly space so I need to keep it tidy. That task is easier when I also keep it organized. The system evolves as my work and priorities shift. Today's post shares a few thoughts about my system. Why organize? In addition to helping me safely share my life with a cat or …

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As the spring bulbs emerge, I like to give my tools some much needed TLC. The winter months are when they see the heaviest use. The process is similar for the different types of tool. I gather them together, evaluate their condition, clean, and perform maintenance, wash the container, and put …

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I've felt glued to work for weeks, it feels as if there hasn't been forward progress on my projects either. This morning, I took myself outside without any swatches or my laptop. I sat and paused to absorb the sights and sound of nature around me. While the heat and humidity quickly became …

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Special yarn is often tricky to swatch. I have been intimidated by yarns in my stash. Logic doesn’t always play into it. I know that I need to swatch, I write about it all the time! First, it helps me to understand the fabric in my chosen stitch pattern and needle/hook size, I call this a …

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