Craft Tips and Techniques
Sometimes it surprises people to learn that I’m a self-taught crafter. Though it’s true that I’ve always been a builder of contraptions, a taker-apart-er, and a plotter of grand schemes, I didn’t actually grow up knowing how to sew, knit, embroider, and construct. In fact, I didn’t learn most of those things until I was …
Remember the Kwik Sew cup organizer sewing pattern that I reviewed last week? Turns out, it’s the perfect companion for crochet projects! Just slide your hooks, scissors, and notions into the outside pockets and load the center with your measuring tape and stitch markers, and you’ve got a crochet organizer that you can take along …
Did you know that you can dye your own custom yarn with Sharpie markers and a little bit of water? If the answer is no, then I’m about to blow your mind! If you follow me on Twitter or Facebook, then you already know that I spent yesterday afternoon hanging out at Lion Brand Yarn. …
Want to crochet with twine without having to worry about epic yarn burns and sore fingers? No problem! Just wrap a piece of scotch tape around any finger that feels too much twine-related friction, then keep on hookin’. With your fingers protected, you’ll be able to crochet longer, and your hands won’t look like a …
