PinnedThe Halibut Jumper — A Cautionary Tale About Procrastination.Well, it took 18 months, but I did it. (Spoilers, I guess?)Apr 17, 20241Apr 17, 20241
Why Knitting Patterns Shouldn’t Be Free (And No, Exposure Won’t Pay My Bills)All designers should be compensated. That’s the Thread.Jan 29Jan 29
How Losing My Job in January Became the Best Thing That Ever Happened to MeI’ve always heard the saying that HR isn’t there to protect you; they’re there to protect the company. It’s a cynical take, but one I tried…Dec 16, 2024Dec 16, 2024
“Why Selfish Knitting is the Ultimate Act of Self-Care (and You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty About It)”Let’s talk about something scandalous. No, not that. I’m talking about selfish knitting — the ultimate act of rebellion in the knitting…Oct 2, 2024Oct 2, 2024
From Cozy Craft to Covert Operations: How Knitting Helped Shape HistorySoft Threads, Hard Times: The Unexpected Role of Knitting in Wartime EffortsSep 18, 2024Sep 18, 2024
Why Spinning Your Own Yarn is the Ultimate Relaxation Hack: My Journey from Drop Spindle to…Discover how my spinning journey evolved from the challenging drop spindle to the smooth elegance of a spinning wheel, culminating in a…Sep 16, 2024Sep 16, 2024
Discover the Hidden Realities of Natural Fibers: Why Wool and Other Materials Aren’t as Pure as You…Unravel the surprising truths behind wool’s eco-friendly reputation, and discover why your favorite natural fibers might not be as innocent…Aug 23, 2024Aug 23, 2024
The Hidden Costs of Acrylic Yarn: Environmental Impact and Ethical Considerations in Knitting“Discover the surprising truth about acrylic yarn’s hidden environmental costs and ethical dilemmas that every knitter needs to know.”Jul 30, 20242Jul 30, 20242
The Power of Saying Yes: Unlocking Opportunities and Transforming Your Life Through Affirmative…Saying yes is so incredibly hard.Jul 21, 2024Jul 21, 2024
Why Knitting a Sweater for Your Partner Could Doom Your Relationship!In a 2005 poll, 15% of active knitters said that they had experienced the sweater curse firsthand, and 41% considered it a possibility that…Jul 4, 2024Jul 4, 2024