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Hands Occupied

Contemporary yarn crafts by Heidi Gustad. Knitting, crochet, latch hook and macrame.

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How-to: Simple Autumn Leaf Ornaments

November 25, 2010 1 Comment

Faux leaf-filled ornaments for unique fall decor.

How to: Quick “Bad Halloween Candy” Costume

October 31, 2010 Leave a Comment

Using a hat I got on Etsy (though making your own hat would be as easy as stapling some construction paper together) and a couple other things from around the house, I threw together this Bad Halloween Candy costume.

Indoor Gardening Update

October 26, 2010 Leave a Comment

Trying to figure out how to make my first indoor garden thrive.

How-to: Tissue Paper Luminaries

October 22, 2010 2 Comments

jelly jar + glue + old tissue paper = luminary. Easy peasy.

How to: Halloween Tree

October 20, 2010 Leave a Comment

An excuse to set up your Christmas tree way too early.

How to: Family-friendly Autumn Banner

October 18, 2010 2 Comments

An easy paper leaf garland for fall.

Urban Knitting

October 16, 2010 Leave a Comment

I’ve begun to work with some people interested in adding some personality to our community. Examples of knit-tagging have been all over the internet for years, but I thought I’d share some cool examples of this concept today. Last, but not least, check out the Knitting Graffiti Flickr pool.

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Adventures in Indoor Gardening

October 9, 2010 Leave a Comment

I spent today clearing out our non-perennial flower garden and vegetable garden and moving our annuals inside for the winter, and I have no idea what I’m doing.

Artichoke and Asparagus Etsy Finds

October 7, 2010 1 Comment

As I scour the web in search of wedding inspiration, I repeatedly return to Etsy hoping to find a newly-listed vintage piece, handmade jewelry, or cute thingamabob. Here are my recent favorites.

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Heidi Gustad from Hands Occupied / Craft Book Author and Knitting, Crochet, Latch Hook and Macrame Designer

Hi! I’m Heidi, an author, yarn craft designer and content creator specializing in knitting, crochet, latch hook & macrame. My work unapologetically features primary colors and vintage-meets-modern style. My first book, Latch Hook: 12 Projects for the Modern Maker, is now available!

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Craft book author & content creator in love with primary colors & vintage vibes. / #latchhookbook out now!
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There’s an update on the blog today, & it’s ab There’s an update on the blog today, & it’s about how I’m going to take the next 2 weeks off to rest & recharge. ☺️🧶 No new content for y’all means I can also take a moment to zoom out & plan what’s next. Link is in bio. 
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A note on Very Serious Crafts: In the post I discuss stepping away from the @seriouscrafts podcast to give myself more time to devote to some minor medical issues. Don’t you worry - my health will be fine, & @molliejohanson @redhandledscissors and I are still pals, and after a short break of their own, the podcast will be back! Just sans moi. 💁🏼‍♀️😆 
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See you in a couple weeks! ✌🏻#handsoccupied #knitdesign #craftdesign #sofadedsweater
Been a little quiet this holiday week, as it shoul Been a little quiet this holiday week, as it should be. ☺️🎄The past few days have been filled with a lot of catching up on festive zoom calls & raising toasts to the camera. 🥂 Connecting with people has been a welcome change of pace! Now I’m feeling ready to meet my inevitable end-of-year deadlines. 😆
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Warmest wishes for the season, my friends! ❤️💛💙
Hi, I’m Heidi, the craft book author & maker beh Hi, I’m Heidi, the craft book author & maker behind Hands Occupied! 👋🏻 I’ve been enjoying making Reels a lot lately, but I wanted to bop in to share a regular photo & say hello. 🤓 
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rather than giving you my bio right now, I have a question. I just got this new sweater & I can’t stop imaging how funny it would be to wear this to a knitting class ... is that bad? 🤣🤣🤣
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Pictured: a blond woman with glasses wearing a sweater that reads “all your sweaters are ugly” standing in front of a Christmas tree.
Wet blocking, also called immersive blocking, is o Wet blocking, also called immersive blocking, is one of the most common methods for finishing a knitting project and helping ensure its final size and shape. Learn basic blocking for absolute beginners in an easy-to-follow (non-Reel!) video tutorial! Catch the tutorial on YouTube or the Hands Occupied Blog, link is in bio. 🧶 #handsoccupied #stopswatchandblockit #KPAmbassadorsDec20 #sponsored
Had to share this perfect capture of one of my fav Had to share this perfect capture of one of my favorite weird homemade Christmas ornaments: a simple macramé Santa face with beads for the eyes and nose! My Great-Grandma made it too. 🎄
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Might have to try making a quickie Reel tutorial for this guy - I think it’s the perfect project for it, don’t you? 🎅🏼 #handsoccupied #macrame
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