I live in a small apartment, so storing my craft supplies remains a big challenge for me. I try to stay organized and tidy, but the laws of entropy apply as much to yarn as to anything else. Two ways I store: baskets in shelving, and fishing tackle boxes for small items. Can you find… Continue reading Craft supplies storage
Category: My Recs
Podcasts I listen to while crafting
I enjoy stitching while conversing with my stitch circle or family, but when that’s not possible - and I crave a bit of news or storytelling - I find a podcast series. Still working on the matelassé-inspired octagon blanket. Today's tea: Yogi mango ginger Podcasts are cool because they appeal to my urge to multi-task.… Continue reading Podcasts I listen to while crafting
A couple of stitching hacks, a WIP, and Halloween
Happy Halloween from Korea! 행복한 할로윈 ! Autumn color is in full swing. Here is a glimpse from outside my front door, the morning of Oct. 31: Gyeongsan, South Korea This afternoon, I handed out candy to random strangers on the main street in my neighborhood. I wouldn’t have thought to do that in a… Continue reading A couple of stitching hacks, a WIP, and Halloween
Ergonomic Crafting: My newest crochet hook
Photo: courtesy LETTO Workshop Ergonomic crafting tools are great for reducing fatigue and speeding up your "making time," especially if you're someone with carpal tunnel syndrome or arthritis. I don't have either of these conditions, but I do get plenty tired if I've been hitting the hook (or needles) often! Since I'm doing a lot… Continue reading Ergonomic Crafting: My newest crochet hook
