Silk is a natural fiber I both adore and dread. The result is always lovely. However, because I’m very rough on my hands and tools, for years avoided working with it at all. My tips for working with silk are simple and effective: hydrate, smooth, select, and swatch. Hydrate & Smooth It … [Read more...] about Tips for Working with Silk
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crocheting with cats
The other day Dot provided me a helpful lesson. She's no longer a kitten, but that doesn't mean I can leave my tools where I drop them. Even if I'm in the middle of working on a project or swatch and need only a moment. Earlier this week, I dropped a ball of yarn into the carry-all tote bag I … [Read more...] about crocheting with cats
Using Mailing Labels to Help Organize Your Notebooks
I love recording information in my notebooks however, I don’t like to repeat myself or handwrite everything. The solution? Blending tools and technology! One of my favorite ways to make sure I record what I need and do so in an organized manner is to use mailing labels. I use different sizes for … [Read more...] about Using Mailing Labels to Help Organize Your Notebooks
stitching to sounds
It's the time of year when I know many are trying to finish crafting projects before a holiday deadline. I like to listen to audio when I'm working, it helps me to focus. Today I thought I'd gather a few of my favorite listens. I last wrote about this topic in 2018, here's my listen list updated for … [Read more...] about stitching to sounds
5 Gentle Reminders
Please treat everyone kindly. Stay home if you can. Wear a mask. If you can't avoid an in-person interaction, keep the mask on and stay as socially distanced as possible. This includes everyone you interact with, the package delivery person, the salesperson at the register, and even the … [Read more...] about 5 Gentle Reminders
Creativity when you can’t focus
If you are anything like me this week, you want and need to be doing something with your hands to either wake up your brain, calm your thoughts, or perhaps both at once. However, you may be wary to work on an existing project. Stress tends to wreck havoc on yarn tension and the ability to focus on … [Read more...] about Creativity when you can’t focus