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Picks of the Week for February 24, 2017 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

February 24, 2017 2 Comments

Everything was so very cute on the internet this week! There was some great amigurumi, plus lots of subtle and textural ideas for the home.

Looking for something to crochet? Get your hooks into one of these new, to-die-for crochet patterns!

Things to Crochet

November 9, 2016 1 Comment

There’s something so whimsical about crochet! It’s so so perfect for creating structural objects like toys, hats and hooded garments, even for beginners. Crochet is just fun to do, and a great way to change up your crafting routine. Why not try one of these great new patterns this fall?

Picks of the Week for September 30, 2016 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

September 30, 2016 4 Comments

Get out there and enjoy fall with this collection of 6 *perfect* fall yarn craft ideas!

Want to infuse your crochet with some cuteness? Try one of these adorable new crochet patterns!

Things to Crochet

August 10, 2016 2 Comments

Want to infuse your crochet with some cuteness? Try one of these adorable new crochet patterns!

Picks of the Week for July 22, 2016

Picks of the Week

July 22, 2016 2 Comments

Blue and pink hues continue to dominate the summer yarn craft internet this week!

Picks of the Week for July 1, 2016

Picks of the Week

July 1, 2016 1 Comment

Poolside or out on the patio, make some time to craft this weekend with these cute ideas!

Crochet has so much to offer crafters! Some of the best patterns released this month run the gamut from cute to elegant as heck.

Things to Crochet

June 29, 2016 Leave a Comment

Crochet has so much to offer crafters! Some of the best patterns released this month run the gamut from cute to elegant as heck.

Picks of the Week for May 6, 2016

Picks of the Week

May 6, 2016 1 Comment

Find your weekend yarn craft inspiration here, featuring lots of adorable baby crochet and home décor ideas!

Picks of the Week for February 12, 2016 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

February 12, 2016 Leave a Comment

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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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knitting, crochet, latch hook & macramé
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It’s been a hot second since I showed my face or It’s been a hot second since I showed my face or reintroduced myself, so here goes! I’m Heidi Gustad, a craft book author, pattern designer, and tutorial creator who specializes in yarn crafts. Lately, I’ve been focused on releasing quality knitting videos and related blog posts to help teach things like the difference between provisional cast ons and how to fix common knitting mistakes. Next week I’m shooting requested crochet and latch hook videos, so h👀kers, your time is coming! And if you ever have tutorial requests, please let me know. ☺️
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TLDR: I’m Heidi. I design & teach yarn crafts. You can find tutorials on my blog (est. 2010) & You2be. I also have several knitting & crochet patterns + a book about latch hook available. / All of these can be found on my website, the 🔗 is where you’d think. 
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Are you a picker or a thrower? Do you knit Contine Are you a picker or a thrower? Do you knit Continental or English Style? Here’s a quick overview of the differences between the two most common knitting styles, including a side by side comparison. (A good one to save for future reference. 👍🏻) 
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There’s more on the differences between picking and throwing in my latest blog post & You 2ube video - the l1nk is where you’d think!
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Spent time with family this weekend down South. Go Spent time with family this weekend down South. Got some stitching in & felt spring for a minute, which was lovely. ☀️ 
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I’ll be catching up on comments, etc. tomorrow. 
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Which way do you knit? Picking, throwing, Portugue Which way do you knit? Picking, throwing, Portuguese, Shetland… how about lever style? 
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Today on the blog, we’re defining & comparing the two most common knitting styles: continental and throwing. They’re each known by a few names, and odds are one of them really is your grandmother’s knitting style (if she’s a western knitter that is). There’s a new video to help demonstrate the differences too. Another good one to save & share! 😉 
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This past weekend, my husband and I visited family This past weekend, my husband and I visited family out of state. Here’s what I packed to keep my hands occupied for the drive. 😉 
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I try my hardest to be realistic about how much knitting I’m going to get done vs. the effort of schlepping my WIP(s) and yarn around. I definitely almost brought double this amount of yarn, which would have been hilariously unnecessary for a weekend trip. Why am I like this? 😆 Do you also struggle with overpacking when it comes to crafts? 
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