by courtneydaily | Oct 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
Most of us probably get so wrapped up in our drive to create a finished project when we’re sewing that we don’t even realize the sewing benefits we pick up along the way. Sewing is more than just a hobby; it can be therapy, an outlet, and a form of exercise. If you...
by courtneydaily | Oct 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
It’s common for a beginner knitter to feel overwhelmed by patterns and knitting options; that’s why beginner knitting kits are such a perfect way to get started. When it’s your first time knitting, and you aren’t entirely sure what you’re doing, you want a project you...
by courtneydaily | Oct 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
A sewing machine can be a real lifesaver for big projects, but there are times it’s far easier to sew by hand. There are several different stitches you can use for each situation, so you can learn to sew them all and find out which ones work best for you. I recommend...
by courtneydaily | Sep 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
Your first attempt to read a knitting pattern may be a bit intimidating. It’s a little bit like trying to read a map, but at least they taught you that skill in grade school. Thankfully, knitting patterns are pretty easy to pick up once you understand that they...
by courtneydaily | Sep 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Growing up, I heard stories about my grandmother and then my mother sewing clothes to save money. It was less expensive than the expensive garments from the downtown department store. But that was many years ago. In this age of internet and mass production, is it...
by courtneydaily | Sep 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
There are so many luscious types of yarns sitting on the shelves of your local knitting shop that it’s tempting to buy them all. But then you would be left with the problem of figuring out what to make with all that yarn! The key would be to match a suitable yarn with...
