Spinning Down another Hobby Rabbit Hole

Around my birthday last year, I decided I was interested in yet another fiber hobby: spinning. Much of the online advice I read suggested starting with drop spindles, then expanding to spinning on a wheel. So, it was time to dive in with a kit and some fiber immediately. Figuring out drafting (even with a […]
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Fiberuary: Week 1 2023 (Color) Reflection

The Fiberuary theme for the 1st-7th of February has been “color”. My original plan was to do some gingham and/or plaid weaving, and then move on to simplified houndstooth weaving if I completed the plaid within the week. I did not complete the plaid, but have been enjoying my progress on it throughout the week. […]
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Speedy Granny Ruth Blanket: Current Crochet Progress

Back in April (2022), I shared that I had picked up crochet. So satisfied with how quickly crochet works up compared to hand knitting, I took on a huge long term project. Not only would I tackle a blanket, I would aim for it to be large enough to put on a king sized bed. […]
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