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Picks of the Week for November 25, 2016 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

November 25, 2016 2 Comments

Take advantage of free blog patterns & tutorials that work up quickly to make handmade gifts a breeze!

Picks of the Week for November 18, 2016 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

November 18, 2016 Leave a Comment

It appears neck warming season is here! I’d wager there are more scarf and cowl patterns out there than any other type of knit or crochet accessory. With so many great options to try, why not whip up a new scarf or cowl for yourself this weekend?

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 October 28, 2016 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

October 28, 2016 1 Comment

Now that Halloween is upon us, the blogs are sharing some lovely patterns, tutorials and ideas that are so perfect for fall! It’s nice to be in this little non-season-specific bubble for a week or two before the holidays descend, don’t you think?

Picks of the Week for October 21, 2016 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

October 21, 2016 1 Comment

It’s still warm enough to take yarn projects outdoors this week. Why not pair the weather with a nice fall yarn project?

12 free knit and crochet patterns to help you stitch away stress.

12 Patterns to Help Stitch Away Stress

April 11, 2016 3 Comments

The one in which I open up (a little) about my anxiety. Mostly check out 12 easy-to-make knit and crochet patterns that are perfect for helping you stitch away stress. :)

Leucadia is a new knitting pattern from designer Heidi Gustad, featuring undulating lace bordered with eyelets for a lightweight, elegant and adaptable wrap. Pattern is available as a Ravelry download, click through for the link.

Meet Leucadia!

February 22, 2016 Leave a Comment

Leucadia is Heidi’s newest knitting pattern, featuring undulating lace bordered with eyelets for a lightweight, elegant and adaptable wrap. Pattern is available as a Ravelry download, click through for the link.

Picks of the Week for February 19, 2016 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

February 19, 2016 1 Comment

Anybody else find themselves in the mood to knit home accessories this week? I can’t quite put my finger on what is drawing me to work on projects for the home right now (maybe it’s the season change?), but I’m not mad about it.

Click through to get a free pattern for the Quad Cable Scarf by Heidi Gustad

Quad Cable Scarf

February 8, 2016 4 Comments

This scarf is a quick and snuggly knit thanks to using a nice, bulky yarn. And the featured cable makes it complicated enough that you won’t get bored knitting a classic scarf. A win/win!

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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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