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Picks of the Week for November 17, 2017 | Hands Occupied

Picks of the Week

November 17, 2017 Leave a Comment

All of these adorable patterns are perfect for the heart of the fall season we’re finding ourselves in. Get inspired to whip up cute knit & crochet accessories to keep cozy while you’re taking care of your ever-increasing holiday to do list!

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?

Picks of the Week for August 12, 2016

Picks of the Week

August 12, 2016 1 Comment

Things are starting to look cozy on the yarnternet (to coin a phrase)! The new pattern releases for layerable garments and warm accessories are a sure sign fall is on its way.

Looking for something new to knit? These early fall patterns are to die for!

Things to Knit

July 20, 2016 Leave a Comment

Looking for something new to knit? These early fall patterns are to die for!

Anyone who doesn't think spring and summer are great times to knit is missing out! Cast on one of these beautiful late spring shawls and sweaters to keep knitting all summer long.

Things to Knit

June 1, 2016 3 Comments

Anyone who doesn’t think spring and summer are great times to knit is missing out! Cast on one of these beautiful late spring shawls and sweaters to keep knitting all summer long.

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.

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Heidi Gustad from Hands Occupied / Craft Book Author and Knitting, Crochet, Latch Hook and Macrame Designer

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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