…ting. To Visit XQ Siagon Silk Hand Embroidery: 37 Donk Khoi Str, Dist. 1, HCMC Studio and showroom for fine silk embroidery. Da Lat Su Quan: 110 Hang Gai, Hanoi Studio and showroom for fine silk embroidery. Tran Gia Huy: 66 Ton Duc Tang, Dong Da, Hanoi. Website: www.theuviettv.com/ Showroom for fine silk embroidery. Sewing If you’d like a tailor-made garment sewn for you, then Vietnam is your place. Particularly in cities like Hoi An, you ca…
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Free Knitting Pattern: Easy Peasy Socks!
…in the round, decrease and pick up stitches, and you can make these socks! Click here to download! These are worsted weight socks, which means that they’ll be warm, and work up quickly. They may not be the socks that you want to wear every day, but I think that you’ll be a less discouraged sock knitter if you learn the basics on a project that you’ll finish quickly. Save your pretty self-striping sock-weight yarn for your next pair. Warning: This…
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…I’ve converted some popular timezones for you: What’s on sale? Check it out! Links to the individual items are below… just click to start shopping! Items marked with a (*) will be discontinued after this weekend! I’ve also lined up a special deal for you… if you’ve been wanting to try Kollage square needles AND FreshStitches yarn, you’re in for a treat! Keep reading! 75% off FreshStitches Project Bag* 40%…
Continue ReadingGathering Materials and Why a Stitch Marker is your Best Friend
…it does, feel free to adjust your hook size (smaller for tighter fabric) accordingly. Are you having trouble crocheting? It could be that your hook doesn’t match up with your crocheting style. Read my crochet hook review for help finding a hook that’s right for you. Locking Stitch Markers These are your best friend! I’ll tell you why in a minute… but I’ll tell you what they are, first! A locking stitch marker is a ma…
Continue ReadingGiveaway: “Mini Knitted” Book Series + Interview with Sahiyo Ishii
…uld love to do a book someday. Most of my creations are for myself except occasional gifts to my friends. It is great to be an author. You get to keep all samples! Thank you, Sachiyo! Find Sachiyo! Website: www.Knitsbysachi.com Instagram: knitsbysachi Facebook: www.facebook.com/KnitsBySachi/ Ravelry: sachiyo-ishii Pinterest: knitsbysachi Twitter: Knitsbysachi Enter to Win! You can enter to win ALL 5 of these books! Just leave a comment (including…
Continue ReadingIndie Yarnie: RhinoFluff
…klyn, and people loved it all. I was hooked. Haha… that’s a reoccurring theme I’m noticing! Describe your average day. Typically I split my days between sewing (I run a separate handmade accessories business– migration goods) and fiber. I usually start my day with some sort of caffeine and email, answering questions & prepping orders. If I’m on a sewing day, I’ll then head to my studio. I also card fiber in…
Continue ReadingInterview with WeirdBugLady
…reptiles, amphibians, and extinct organisms” that are biologically accurate. I instantly fell in love her creations- it’s obvious she puts a lot of research and care into each one! Onto the interview! Tell me a bit about your stuffed animal philosophy. As a kid I loved stuffed animals and collected them, but was disappointed in the lack of invertebrates. I had a tiger, otter, skunk, sheep, velociraptor… but how come I couldnR…
Continue ReadingFree downloadable tags for your amigurumi!
…for your cutie stuffed animals… and even included a few tips for display! Once you download and print the tags, you’ll want to fill out the tag with all the crucial info. Check out my example: The tag easily folds in half… and is ready to adorn your cutie! Enjoy!…
Continue ReadingTips for Selecting Locker Hooking Materials
…. You might be asking… what is locker hooking? Locker hooking uses a crochet hook (or a special ‘locker hook‘, which is a crochet hook with an eye on the end), yarn, fabric strips and rug canvas to make fabric loops that are locked onto the backing with the yarn. It looks like this: It’s fun! And it’s easy… especially for us crocheters who have the hang of using a hook! Some tips for selecting your materials To…
Continue ReadingPlush Week: Homemade Zen
…s goes?), and I was instantly drawn to her lovely photographs and adorable crocheted creations. In her shop, Celia sells both completed amigurumi, as well as crochet patterns for making your own! Something for everyone! Onto the interview! How long have you been making plushies? How did you get started? I’ve been making plushies since I’m a little girl. I started when my little brother wanted a tiger plush for his 10th birthday and I m…
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