Changing the project flow
As I was evaluating my processes this new year, I decided to change the way I schedule my projects. In the past I would plan, start, and...
Inkle loom carrier
"Say hello to my little friend". Oops, that movie reference is a bit obscure, and doesn't work here. So, say hello to my little inkle...
Changes for 2017
A while ago a friend told me about a craft show in the area, one that I hadn’t heard about before. We happened to see the announcement...
Dyeing baskets
Some time ago I mentioned that I had done some dyeing for a class sample for one of the big box craft stores (see link). It turned out...
Experimenting with huge yarn
When I go to my local big box craft store I often go through the yarn section to see what new yarns have arrived. Sometimes I don’t...
Analyzing time? 5 things to remember
Okay, you’ve made an item, now how do you price it? That is a challenge that faces many craftpreneurs. Today I will go through a part of...
How to make an apron pattern
After evaluating the items in my shop, I decided that I wanted to create pot holders with a matching apron. While I have apron patterns,...
Why develop a visual craft language?
I think I've mentioned how I got started braiding with a lucet. My husband, Wood, had a found a website (no affiliate) that had a...
Wall hanging to dye for
As previously mentioned, I will be teaching some classes at one of the big box craft stores. I was assigned to make a sample for the...
Craftcation 2016
When I decided not to attend the Quilt Show without my friend, I started looking at other things I could do to improve the business side...
Dyeing to sample
As previously mentioned, I am currently teaching some classes at one of the big box stores in town. As part of that I need to make...
Experiments with Kraft-Tex
To make everything clear, this is NOT a sponsored post. A while ago a friend suggested that I try a new (to me) product for some of my...
