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

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Fall knitting patterns have started to arrive! Find ten queue-worthy patterns in a new edition of Things to Knit.

Things to Knit

July 31, 2019 Leave a Comment

Fall knitting patterns have started to arrive! Find ten queue-worthy patterns in a new edition of Things to Knit.

Things to Knit - April 2019 on Hands Occupied

Things to Knit

April 16, 2019 Leave a Comment

There have been so many beautiful patterns coming out this spring – will one of these finds be on your to-make list?

Things to Knit - August 2018 on Hands Occupied

Things to Knit

August 20, 2018 Leave a Comment

Feast your eyes on ten amazing new knitting patterns for fall. These demure, beautiful, playful, and wearable new patterns can find a home on all of our to-make lists, don’t you think?

Spring doesn't mean that the weather will always cooperate - cast on one of these ten new patterns to keep cozy!

Things to Knit

April 16, 2018 1 Comment

Spring doesn’t mean that the weather will always cooperate – cast on one of these ten new patterns to keep cozy!

It's layering season! Check out ten of the best new knitting patterns for spring 2018. (Click through for all pattern links & sources.)

Things to Knit

March 12, 2018 2 Comments

Get all inspired to cast on your spring knits – take a look at 10 of the best brand new knitting patterns!

Looking for something to cast on this fall? Check out ten of the best newly-released patterns from October & November 2017.

Things to Knit

October 30, 2017 Leave a Comment

With the holidays looming and temps dropping in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s hard to choose exactly what to cast on next. There are so many beautiful patterns to pick from! Here are ten new patterns that really stand out – I want all of these in my wardrobe right now! Which is your favorite? 

Summer is the best time to knit. Grab those needles and head outside with one of these stunning, newly-released knitting patterns!

Things to Knit

June 12, 2017 Leave a Comment

June pattern releases are interesting – you find some amazing, lighter weight patterns coming out this month! You often see accessories designed with more breathable materials, and lace panels featuring cute eyelet details abound. Why not try your hand at something new?

A Thankful Giveaway from Hands Occupied - enter to win two skeins of Louet Gems fingering yarn, a free knitting pattern, and a copy of The Knitter's Journal.

A Thankful Giveaway & Pattern Sale!

November 10, 2016 22 Comments

Enter to win two skeins of Louet Gems fingering yarn, a free knitting pattern, and a copy of The Knitter’s Journal. Plus, learn how to get 20% off in the Hands Occupied pattern store.

Looking for something to knit? Here are ten of the best knitting patterns from independent designers, fall 2016.

Things to Knit

September 21, 2016 2 Comments

It’s fall so things are getting SERIOUS in the knitting world. There are gorgeous new patterns being released practically every day from independent designers. How to choose what to cast on from among all of theses stunners?

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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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