Category: tips
on choosing tools
In September I wrote about three steps I take to evaluate a new tool. What are my thoughts on those tools today? I’m still using them and have spent additional time thinking about my tool choices in general for any given project. When I’m faced with options what weighs more heavily to influence my decision?…
mending resources
The greatest compliment I receive as a knitter is when an item I gifted is worn, loved, and now in need of repair due to use, not neglect. At Penguin Girl I recently wrote a little about mending a shawl my mother loves. The pattern is Shift Shawl, designed by Larissa Brown. I test knit…
Spinning resources
With everything going on right now, I’ve decided to sit out on the actual event of Spinzilla. Don’t worry, I’m still spinning! I thought this week I’d put together a revised spinning resources post for those who are participating or simply looking to learn more. I sampled this Hello Yarn fiber last week and decided…
My 3 step method to evaluating a new tool
What better way to test ergonomic knitting needles than during a super stressful period in your life? Days before my world turned upside down for a few months, Stacey Trock (the Creative and Marketing Director of Louet North America) sent me not one but FOUR different knitting needles to review (the FTC wants you to…
rest for creative inspiration
Rest improves creativity. Personally, I am most inspired when surrounded by nature. I was privileged to spend last weekend in Banff National Park. It was beautiful and I’m slowly processing what we experienced and the photos we took. Photo shows Lake Louise, within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. If you would like to help…
trade show preparations
This weekend is the summer trade show event for the needlearts industry. It’s an event I look forward to each year. There are many benefits to attending a trade show no matter your industry, in my prior life I looked forward to Legaltech each January. Why attend a tradeshow? Trade shows offers a concentration dose…