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Over the Rainbow Softie Crochet Pattern (PDF)
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Stocking Ornament Knitting Pattern (PDF)
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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!

Professionally I’m most known for: advanced intarsia knitting design & modern latch hook design.

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Craft book author & content creator in love with primary colors & vintage vibes. / knitting, crochet, latch hook & macramé
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#latchhookbook out now!

The sunrise caught my WIPs pretty nicely this morn

The sunrise caught my WIPs pretty nicely this morning! That pile of sweaters is there as I work on putting together my seamed sweater knitting video series. The punch needles and cake of @knit_picks Wool of the Andes yarn are for the rainbow project I shared recently. 🌈
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Daily migraines have kept me from sharing new Hands Occupied content this week, but I’m starting to feel better. Terribly excited that it’s the end of the week, and in my neck of the woods, it’s a sunny day! What WIPs are you most excited to tackle this weekend? Mine might be finishing the sweaters... 🧶
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#handsoccupied #wip #seamedsweater #vintageknitting #knitpicks #wooloftheandes #knitpicksmay21 #sponsored #punchneedle #knittersofinstagram #knitter

At some point over the last year, I started to set

At some point over the last year, I started to set aside time for practicing mindfulness every Monday. Starting the week by practicing mindfulness helps me listen to my body to know what level of anxiety I’m carrying.
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{ Speaking of, yesterday was a migraine day, so this would-be Monday post is going up now because my body said I needed a break. It happens. }
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Usually, I just share glimpses of my mindful activities in stories on Monday mornings. But after hearing from some folks that you’ve started doing your own creative mindfulness practices on Mondays too, I thought I’d open a chat here. Yesterday, I worked on a simple paint by number kit (from 1975!) & listened to music. Other weeks it’s yoga or watching relaxing ambience videos on YouTube & meditating. Or journaling. One week I even sorted skittles by color when I didn’t really feel like doing it. Whatever works! 💁🏼‍♀️
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It’s more about getting to a point of calm before starting your week than crafting a masterpiece. If you’re also someone who crafts to aid in mindfulness/manage anxiety, what have you had success with? It’s fascinating to hear what works from fellow maker types. ❤️💛💙
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#handsoccupied #mindfulness #creativemindfulness #paintbynumber #crafts #crafter #maker #anxiety #anxietyawareness #anxietymanagement #calm #vintagecrafts #vintagecrafting #mindfulmonday

Ending my day, week and month with some punch need

Ending my day, week and month with some punch needling as the sun sets. ☺️🧶 Any guesses as to what this half rainbow is going to become? 2 hints: this is the back & it’s not a rug!
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Yarn is @knit_picks Wool of the Andes Bulky, leftover from my wrestling title belt project this month! #handsoccupied #kpambassadorsapril21 #sponsored #yarn #wool #punchneedle #rugmaking

Friendly reminder! Don't forget to head to the lin

Friendly reminder! Don't forget to head to the link in bio to enter to win FOUR skeins of the new High Desert yarn from @knit_picks. This 100% wool, US-made yarn caught my attention with its springiness, range of colors, and availability in sport and worsted weights.
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A full review is linked in bio, and includes a comparison of the yarn for both knit and crochet, plus more swatch photos. 🧶 #kpambassadorsapril20 #sponsored

A bit of swatching in the sun! ⛅️ I’m curren

A bit of swatching in the sun! ⛅️ I’m currently editing a set of videos on swatching tips for both knitting and crochet - what are your biggest questions about swatching? (Why do it? How big should it be? Etc.)
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Please let me know & I’ll incorporate answers to the most common questions in the videos! ☺️🙏🏻🧶 #stopswatchandblockit
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Pictured: two hands knitting a light blue wool swatch. Houseplants are out of focus in the background. It’s a sunny day.

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