All About That Thread, Part II

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If you’re new (or even not so new-ish) to the world of hand embroidery and needlework, the variety of threads for stitching can seem overwhelming…so many decisions, so many colors and fibers and weights and textures, O MY. I thought … Continued

All About That Thread, Part I

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If you’re new (or even not so new-ish) to the world of hand embroidery and needlework, the variety of threads for stitching can seem overwhelming…so many decisions, so many colors and fibers and weights and textures, O MY. I thought … Continued

Tracing Nocturnal Blooms Through History

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The new KHG Arts embroidery pattern “Nocturnal Blooms,” is inspired by my love of big florals, stark contrast, and one of my favorite design trends of recent years–dark florals. Floral motifs in textiles might bring to mind frilly, flouncy, girly … Continued

What Does Craftivism Look Like Now?

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Me and Mckenzie Mullen @emtothethird knitting our fingers off before the march. Happy International Women’s Day! As I join many in donning my pussyhat in honor of this day, it seems like a fitting moment to revisit and reflect upon … Continued

Passion and Purpose/Pink and Pussyhats

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A few of the pink pussyhats I’ve been working on over the past couple months.   Since early December, I’ve been knitting “pussyhats” and selling pink yarn. Lots and lots of pink yarn. Part of my job is working and … Continued

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