There’s somewhere I need to bring you… Here we are outside the door to one of my favorite places in Casper, WY and one of my favorite places in the world (I’ve been to 12 countries, so that’s sayin’ something!). Creative anticipation runs wild as I put my hands on the bars (see the one… Continue reading Dancing Sheep Yarn & Fiber (and why I love local yarn)
Look at that girl! Do you see that obsessed look in her eyes? THAT is someone who loves yarn. I appreciate yarn for every reason there is. I love cheap yarn, expensive yarn; the soft, the gritty; bulky and fine weights; yarn I spun myself and decades-old yarn stashed in storage. I love it all. Cheap yarn:… Continue reading Do you Dream in Color? In Yarn Color that is…
Most skeins of yarn have both a suggested knitting needle and crochet hook size on their label. Sometimes there is only a needle size given, and crochet hooks are left out in the cold. What is a crochet girl (or dude) to do? There are a few things you can do: #1 Scream "Crocheting ROCKS!"… Continue reading Choosing the Right Crochet Hook (when buying knitting biased yarn)
Yes. This is the yarn that attacked me. But I won, remember? I saw this yarn at the Dancing Sheep and knew I had to have it. If you don't love Malabrigo yarn, it just means you need to be introduced. They know how to spin wool. It's incredible stuff to work with, and it… Continue reading Creating a Handkerchief Scarf in Lovely Malabrigo Wool
You've all experienced it. You find the most perfect skein of yarn. You vow in the store to take it home and create something beautiful. You brew a cup of tea. Get cozy in your chair. And right when your creativity is buzzing, it happens.... The yarn attacks. You try and stay calm. Take a… Continue reading When Yarn Attacks
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