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Knit yourself a quick cowl that doubles as a hood - a snood! The Checked Snood is a colorful, geometric knitting pattern that uses 3 colors of Berroco Brielle to create a stunning, versatile accessory you'll wear from fall to spring. Bonus: it's a free pattern!

Checked Snood Kit Giveaway from Berroco!

November 26, 2018 1 Comment

Take a closer look at the Checked Snood, & enter to win a Checked Snood kit from Berroco yarn, featuring 3 skeins of Brielle yarn!

Shangri-La is a yarn made with a lovely combination of yak and silk fibers, offering knitters and crocheters a treat to make with. Learn more and enter to win a skein of Bijou Basin Ranch's Shangri-La yarn to spoil your stash!

Bijou Basin Ranch Shangri-La Yarn Review & Giveaway

October 17, 2018 2 Comments

Shangri-La is a yarn made with a lovely combination of yak and silk fibers, offering knitters and crocheters a treat to make with. Learn more and enter to win a skein of Bijou Basin Ranch’s Shangri-La yarn to spoil your stash!

Ever tried macrame? Whether you're a first-timer or want to give it a chance for the first time in awhile, one of these new kits has everything to get you knotting in no time.

Solid Oak Macramé Wall Hanging Kits Review & Giveaway

September 27, 2018 Leave a Comment

Ever tried macrame? Whether you’re a first-timer or want to give it a chance for the first time in awhile, one of these new kits has everything to get you knotting in no time.

Zen Yarn Garden's gorgeous, hand-dyed Color Bundles are so easy to work with. Dyed to order, these 3 skein sets are designed to compliment each other and flow together effortlessly. Click through to learn more and enter to win an entire Zen Yarn Garden Color Bundle for your next knitting or crochet project.

Zen Yarn Garden Color Bundles Review & Giveaway!

September 12, 2018 3 Comments

Zen Yarn Garden’s gorgeous, hand-dyed Color Bundles are so easy to work with. Dyed to order, these 3 skein sets are designed to compliment each other and flow together effortlessly. Click through to learn more and enter to win an entire Zen Yarn Garden Color Bundle for your next knitting or crochet project.

The Read Along Knit Along prize pack always impresses, and this one's no exception. Take a closer look at Knitter's Pride's Rainbow Knit Blockers, Eucalan fiber wash, and an exciting gift certificate from LoveKnitting. :)

Read Along Knit Along Sponsor Spotlight

September 6, 2018 Leave a Comment

The Read Along Knit Along prize pack always impresses, and this one’s no exception. Take a closer look at Knitter’s Pride’s Rainbow Knit Blockers, Eucalan fiber wash, and an exciting gift certificate from LoveKnitting. :)

Learn all about Paintbox Cotton DK yarn, a lightweight cotton that comes in 50g skeins, making it super baby project colorwork-friendly. Learn more and enter to win 2 skeins to try for yourself!

Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK Review & Giveaway

June 26, 2018 Leave a Comment

Learn all about Paintbox Cotton DK yarn, a lightweight cotton that comes in 50g skeins, making it super baby project colorwork-friendly. Learn more and enter to win 2 skeins to try for yourself!

Urth's Uneek Worsted yarn is a funky and vibrant yarn ideal for color lovers. This self-striping beauty lends itself to so many fun knit & crochet projects!

Uneek Worsted Yarn Review & Giveaway

May 14, 2018 2 Comments

Urth’s Uneek Worsted yarn is a funky and vibrant yarn ideal for color lovers. This self-striping beauty lends itself to so many fun knit & crochet projects! Learn more & enter to win a skein for yourself in this month’s yarn review & giveaway!

Brown Sheep Company's Synchrony yarn, a 60/40 wool/cotton blend. Synchrony has a nice lightness to it, and it comes in a really fun range of colors! Learn more about it and enter to win a skein to try for yourself!

Brown Sheep Synchrony Review & Giveaway

March 14, 2018 1 Comment

Brown Sheep Company’s Synchrony yarn, a 60/40 wool/cotton blend. Synchrony has a nice lightness to it, and it comes in a really fun range of colors! Learn more about it and enter to win a skein to try for yourself!

Learn about Shepherd's Lamb Churro Yarn, a gorgeous, earthy single ply yarn that comes in great colors and is perfect for knitting, crochet, and weaving.

Shepherd’s Lamb Churro Yarn – Review & Giveaway

February 27, 2018 Leave a Comment

Learn about Shepherd’s Lamb Churro Yarn, a gorgeous, earthy single ply yarn that comes in great colors and is perfect for knitting, crochet, and weaving. And enter to win a skein to try for yourself!

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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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#handsoccupied #knitting #knittinglife
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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#craftorganization #handsoccupied #latchhook #latchhooking
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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#handsoccupied #knitting #creativeburnout
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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#knitting #knittingfordogs #handsoccupied #schneagle #wipwednesday #wip
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