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It's summertime, which means that it's the perfect time to binge watch shows online while cranking out our favorite knit and crochet projects on long, hot days. Here are 4 great picks & how they rate in terms of representing knit & crochet. :)

Knitflix for Summer

July 9, 2018 Leave a Comment

Sometimes figuring out what to watch among so many great choices can be a challenge, so let’s take a closer look at four great picks and whether or not they include any good crafting content!

Knitflix for Spring - There's just something about a season change that gets you in the mood for marathoning a project til it's done, which means you need something to watch while you knock it out! Here are four new Knitflix picks, and how they fared in terms of representing knit and crochet.

Knitflix for Spring

May 22, 2018 Leave a Comment

Four new Knitflix picks that have really brightened up some recent knitting and sewing sessions of mine, and how they fared in terms of representing knit and crochet.

Knitflix for Hiberknitting on Hands Occupied

Knitflix for Hiberknitting (And Crochet!)

January 15, 2018 Leave a Comment

What to binge watch while knitting and crocheting this winter.

Knitflix for the Holidays - some of the most festive shows for marathon knit & crochet sessions, including Call the Midwife, The Year Without a Santa Claus, Rudolph, and more!

Knitflix for the Holidays

December 14, 2017 2 Comments

A lot of us are going to be spending the next couple weekends finishing up gift knitting, crochet and other crafts. So that means it’s time for another installment of Knitflix, the series that recommends tv shows, podcasts, audiobooks and more especially for knitters and crocheters.

Knitflix for Halloween - some of the best spooky shows for marathon knit & crochet sessions, including The Addams Family, What We Do in the Shadows & Fear the Walking Dead!

Knitflix for Halloween

October 24, 2017 Leave a Comment

With Halloween coming up, it’s fitting to talk about the best seasonal media to pair with your next Knitflix (or crochetflix or stitchflix or whateverflix, really) marathon. Since a couple of these are standalone movies and shorter pieces, we’re going to take a look at a few different shows that are perfect for Halloween!

Knitflix on Hands Occupied - let us know your favorite movies, tv shows, audiobooks & podcasts to binge while knitting or crocheting!

Knitflix

October 19, 2017 Leave a Comment

Who among us doesn’t love a good marathon knitting & crochet session? Let’s define Knitflix & talk about why it’s so great. Plus, learn how you can get your favorite Knitflix companions featured on Hands Occupied!

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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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Sneaking in a few stitches in the shade. 😎 Sneaking in a few stitches in the shade. 😎
Another morning of filming! One of the knitting vi Another morning of filming! One of the knitting videos I’d like to release soon is a big overview of how to swatch and why - if you have any questions or favorite tips, let me know. 
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To be honest, I want to be able to link to this video as a resource when I get angry gauge questions, so please don’t hesitate to share your best tips. Together, we can tame the knitting Karens. 😆
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#stopswatchandblockit #handsoccupied #knitting #knittersofinstagram
A big issue I've had in the last year is putting t A big issue I've had in the last year is putting together new design work but not doing any independent releases of them. Chalk it up to anxiety, burn out, or whatever but here we are. 
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Last week I turned 35, so in honor of that here’s 3 things: 
❤️ a picture of me at my most stylish 
💛 a little glimpse at some of the design things I've recently been working on
💙a promise that I will be releasing some of the pictured designs this year. Getting back in the swing of things after taking it easy is hard 😆 - wish me luck!
Like a riding a bike! June guarded the neighborhoo Like a riding a bike! June guarded the neighborhood while I shot a new crochet tutorial today. With any luck, editing will go smoothly & I’ll be posting new videos to YouTube regularly soon! Got any requests for tutorial topics? 
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#handsoccupied #crochet #studiodog #crochettutorial
This yoke deserved a mid-blocking closeup, don’t This yoke deserved a mid-blocking closeup, don’t you think? ❤️💛💙
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Pattern: modified #soldotnacrop sweater / yarn: various from my stash
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