It's been a while. I have to say I've been in a bit of a yarn slump. To me, March is the beginning of Spring. Spring generally means the end of cold seasons, which means no more chunky squishy knits. Spring is so bittersweet for knitters and crocheters. Who doesn't love chirping birds and budding … Continue reading New month, new beanie
I am back with another free pattern! This is actually so easy it's sad to believe I only came up with it now. I've never understood why some pattern designers try to sell patterns that are so easy. I personally don't think it is fair. This pattern took me maybe 10 minutes to figure out … Continue reading Chunky Puff Stitch Cowl – Free Pattern
It's been a long wait and a lot of work, but I finally changed all of my social media accounts and business names over to Strings & Things! I am so excited to finally take this step; I just feel so much more satisfied with my business. You can read a few posts back about … Continue reading New name, new pattern, new contest!
Hello again, back with a free pattern! I call this the Brioche Head Wrap. Honestly, I am not entirely sure what "brioche" means other than that it is the name of the stitch that is used and I believe it is French. I just love the way it sounds! This pattern is super easy and … Continue reading Free Knitting Pattern – Brioche Head Wrap
2015 has been a year of learning for me. New stitches. New patterns. New computer skills. It has been... overwhelming. But I am extremely thankful for every single thing. These past few months have been difficult in terms of balancing a never ending order list for the Christmas season, a full school semester, as well … Continue reading New things are coming for 2016
I have always been proud of people who sell handmade items online as their job. No day job. No shift work. Just selling online, working at their own pace and schedule, and creating things they love. Proud, and envious. I think a lot of people who make handmade items are torn between wanting to give … Continue reading My New Favourite Canadian Site for Handmade Goods
I recently filled a large wholesale order for a local business and one of my requirements was to have proper packaging and washing instructions, as my items were all wearable accessories. This was a little scary as I barely know how to properly do laundry. Those little washing symbols are an alien language in my … Continue reading Free Printable Washing Instructions for Knitwear!
Happy Sunday! I have a small story to share today, and this is especially geared towards those of you with online stores or artisans who specialize in handmade items. Always take custom orders! I know they can sometimes be a pain in the butt. Every now and then though, you do come across a gem … Continue reading Chubby Amigurumi Kitty Pattern!
In celebration of Labour Day, I have decided to release a free pattern! Last Easter I was searching for a cute rabbit pattern, but wasn't having much luck. After much digging I came across a super cute pattern, except it wasn't written in English. So after a few hours of trying to translate, testing the … Continue reading Free Crochet Amigurumi Bunny Rabbit Pattern
A blog. Wow. This is some serious stuff. I have had blogs in the past as a young teen where I typed away about my troubles and wrote short stories and such, but never have I done anything like this. I am committing to this. I am determined to make this work. All my life … Continue reading First post, here we go!
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