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

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Paper Wedding Crafts with Lia Griffith via www.handsoccupied.com. Visit post to win one of TWO, 3-month Creativebug membership giveaway & a coupon code for all!

Attention, DIY Brides & Handmade Hostesses!

May 27, 2014 4 Comments

(Giveaway alert! Click through to the full post to enter.) My bridal party career began at the age of 6, as my aunt’s flower girl. I also played my oboe for a cousin’s walk down the aisle, did a reading at her sister’s, and was a bride myself three years ago. In a few short weeks, I’ll finally round out my wedding resume as a bridesmaid for my sister-in-law. I’m excited! My dress is cute, but nothing will compare to my 1993 flower girl attire…

Top 10 DIYs of 2013 at Hands Occupied

Top 10 DIYs of 2013

December 31, 2013 2 Comments

Check out the 10 most popular DIYs of 2013!

How-to: Turn a Vintage Scarf into a Headband without Destroying It - HandsOccupied.com

How-to: Turn a Scarf into a Headband (without destroying It)

July 22, 2013 3 Comments

Temporarily morph a favorite scarf into a cute headband with a bit of elastic thread.

How-to: Fake Flower Accessories at HandsOccupied.com

How-to: Fake Flower Accessories

May 20, 2013 6 Comments

Make simple headbands and boutonnieres with artificial flowers.

Paracord Dog Collar - Tutorial at HandsOccupied.com

How-to: Rainbow Paracord Dog Collar

March 11, 2013 51 Comments

Make your dog a sturdy collar with just a few supplies!

How-to: DIY Popcorn Bar | HandsOccupied.com

How-to: DIY Popcorn Bar

February 25, 2013 2 Comments

An easy project that wedding guests will love! #DavidTuteraDIY

How-to: Punk Rock Valentine's Clutch | HandsOccupied.com

How-to: Punk Rock Valentine’s Clutch

February 4, 2013 3 Comments

A great no-sew project that will transform you into a punk rock cupid in no time!

How-to: Black & Gold Wedding Table Numbers - HandsOccupied.com

How-to: Black & Gold Wedding Table Numbers

January 7, 2013 Leave a Comment

DIY table numbers for an old-Hollywood wedding that come together lickity split!

How-to: Make the Perfect Pinwheel | HandsOccupied.com

How-to: Make a Perfect Paper Pinwheel

December 18, 2012 2 Comments

Make the perfect pinwheel every time by following these easy steps.

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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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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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