When I first started knitting, the thought of going from a simple scarf to a three-dimensional garment seemed daunting. I chose for my first sweater pattern the very popular and beginner friendly Harvest by Tin Can Knits. It is a cardigan knit from the top down. The pattern is a good one to start with […]
After finishing an elaborate costuming project, sometimes you just need a palate cleanser. An easy make that sews up in a few hours. But preferably not one that involves doing pattern matching for the first time on stretch polyester! Oh well. I had some striped stretchy fabric in my stash that I got for free […]
Since before starting this blog diary, I’ve completed several crafting and cosplay projects. This is the first of several planned “Finished Make” posts to document my work up to this point. First up, the second of two Doctor Who scarfs I’ve made (so far). This particular knitting project got me back into crafting after a […]
…about my hobbies: sewing and fiber arts (knitting, for now). This blog is a diary, of sorts, to document all the projects I’ve started and finished so far. My crafting journey began in childhood when my Grandma Nancy taught me how to crochet. Unfortunately, crochet didn’t stick. Every “square” I tried to stitch always turned […]
