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Picks of the Week

February 20, 2015 4 Comments

Picks of the Week for February 20, 2015 at handsoccupied.com

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We had another cold-induced no school day in Chicago yesterday. All of this cold weather means that hibernation mode will not end any time soon for this lady, but do I mind? Absolutely not! Really frigid temps always seem to inspire either days on end of knitting or crochet productivity or a new & practical design to combat the cold. Feeling the chill this weekend? Try one of these great, free ideas!

top finds

knit hudson bay-inspired scarf -the homesteady
finger knit necklaces -hello, wonderful
herringbone crochet hat –all about ami
crochet striped beanie -petals to picots
snow day slippers knitting pattern -gina Michele
one skein crochet cowl -mama in a stitch
rainbow pom pom cake topper -the casual craftlete
crochet chevron wonders blanket -rescued paw
crochet Chinese lanterns -messyla

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Heidi Gustad is a craft book author & content creator in love with primary colors & vintage vibes. She specializes in knitting, crochet, latch hook and macramé, and her first book, Latch Hook: 12 Projects for the Modern Maker, is out now!

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  1. Hannah @ The Homesteady

    February 20, 2015 at 9:03 am

    Thank you for including my scarf pattern, Heidi! This round-up is so nice and cozy, it’s perfect :)

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  2. Julie

    February 20, 2015 at 9:04 am

    I adore that pom pom cake topper, what a cute idea! Also, just a heads up, I featured your Hat Hat on my Friday Pin Ups post. ;)

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  3. Jessica

    February 20, 2015 at 11:17 am

    Thank you, Heidi, for including my one skein cowl on your list! It’s an honor to have it included with all of these beauties.

    Reply
  4. Agnes Hsu

    February 21, 2015 at 12:32 am

    Thanks so much for featuring my finger knitting necklaces!

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Hi! I’m Heidi (she/her/hers), a craft book author & pattern designer specializing in knitting, crochet, latch hook & macrame. Really anything with yarn! ❤️  My work combines vintage and modern design elements, featuring bold colors and graphic motifs.

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Working on a sample for some upcoming videos. It’s an overcast day with intermittent sunshine & I have a scruffy little sidecar. 🐶 Can’t complain! 
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What’s on your needles this week? 
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Yarn: @debbieblissknits Cashmerino Aran 
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Peg boards and craft room organization go together Peg boards and craft room organization go together like peanut butter and jelly. So, as you can see, do latch hook tools and screwdriver organizers! 🪛 
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I think this trick translates to any tool with a thick handle, so leather working tools, punch needles, print making tools, etc. should work! What other tools am I, a needlecrafter, blanking on right now? 
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Pegboard storage is my favorite for craft supplies Pegboard storage is my favorite for craft supplies, so getting a few hung in my new studio has been a priority. Here’s my first attempt. 🔨 
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Details: This pegboard panel is for organizing my knitting needles, latch hook tools, sewing thread, etc. It doesn’t need to hold much weight, so I didn’t anchor this into a stud - just used basic drywall anchors. I’ve also got a set of two 2’x4’ panels for another spot in my studio, and those will need a stud/more than 3 drywall anchors. Wish me luck! 
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[description: video features a woman hanging a panel of pegboard using a square dowel and drill]
It’s time for the annual Hands Occupied new year It’s time for the annual Hands Occupied new year update, and for the first time in years, I feel like I have some clarity about what I’m doing next. ❤️ Head to the blog to read all about it, the 1ink is where you’d think. 
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June’s face is giving, “What fresh heck is thi June’s face is giving, “What fresh heck is this?” 😆
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June’s big ears can get cold in winter, so I’m improvising a doggie ear warmer/hood for her. What are the odds she tries to shred it immediately when it’s done? 
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